Let's Push Things Forward
The Streets Lyrics


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This ain't the down, it's the upbeat, make it complete
So what's the story, guaranteed accuracy, enhanced CD
Latest technology, darts at treble twenty
Huge non-recoupable advance, majors be vigilant
I excel in both content and deliverance
So let's put on our classics and we'll have a little dance, shall we?
No sales pitch, no media hype
No hydro, it's nice and ripe
I speak in communications in bold type
This ain't your archetypal street sound
Scan for ultrasound
North, South, East, West and all round
And then to the Underground

[Chorus: Repeat 2X]
You say that everything sounds the same
And then you go buy them
There's no excuses, my friend
Let's push things forward

As we progress to the check point
I wholeheartedly agree with your viewpoint
But this ain't your typical garage joint
I make points which hold significance
That ain't a bag it's a shipment
This ain't a track, it's a movement, I got the settlement
My frequencies are transient and resonate your eardrums
I make bangers not anthems, leave that to the Artful Dodger
The broad shouldered fifty-one percent shareholder
You won't find us on Alta Vista
Cult classic not bestseller, you're gonna need more power
Plug in the free phase and the generator, crank it up to gigawatts
Critics, ready with your pot shots, the plot thickens
Put on your mittens for these sub zero conditions
But remember I'm just spitting, remember I'm just spitting
Once bitten, forever smitten

[Chorus]

Spit jewels like Eastern riches, junkie fixes
Around here we say 'birds', not bitches
As London Bridge burns down Brixton's burning up
Turns out your in luck, I knows this dodgy fuck in the Duck
So it's just another show flick for your local city poet
In case you geezers don't know it, let's push things forward
It's a tall order but we're taller, calling all maulers
Back street brawlers, corner shop crawlers, victory's flawless
Love us or hates us but don't slate us
Don't conform to formulas, pop genres and such
Sharp darts, double dutch, parked cars troubles you much
With more bud - let's - push - things - forward





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

In "Let's Push Things Forward," Mike Skinner, better known as The Streets, delivers a powerful message about the state of the music industry and the need for change. He starts off by emphasizing the importance of upbeat music that is complete and accurate, utilizing the latest technology and avoiding media hype. Skinner expresses his belief that he excels in content and deliverance, encouraging listeners to put on their classics and dance their way into the future. He argues that the music industry needs to push forward and stop conforming to tired formulas and genres.


Skinner's lyrics are filled with references to different styles of music, from garage to Eastern influences. He emphasizes the need for originality and risk-taking over conforming to what is popular or trendy. His lines about the non-recoupable advance and the broad-shouldered shareholder hint at the financial pressures and influence of major labels on artists, reinforcing his message of the need for change. Skinner proposes a movement, not just a track, one that resonates with the audience and has the power to change things for the better.


Overall, "Let's Push Things Forward" is a call to action, encouraging both listeners and the music industry as a whole to embrace change, innovation, and authenticity.


Line by Line Meaning

This ain't the down, it's the upbeat, make it complete
Don't focus on the negative, let's keep things positive and move forward


So what's the story, guaranteed accuracy, enhanced CD
What's the deal? Expect everything to be precise and the best quality


Latest technology, darts at treble twenty
We're using the best and most advanced methods to hit our target dead center


Huge non-recoupable advance, majors be vigilant
We've received a large sum of money that we won't have to pay back, so big record labels should pay attention to us


I excel in both content and deliverance
I'm great at both writing meaningful lyrics and delivering them with style


So let's put on our classics and we'll have a little dance, shall we?
Let's listen to some old school music and enjoy ourselves


No sales pitch, no media hype
We're not trying to sell anything or create unnecessary buzz


No hydro, it's nice and ripe
We don't need drugs to make good music, we're ready to go


I speak in communications in bold type
My message is clear and stands out


This ain't your archetypal street sound
Our music is unique and doesn't fit the usual street genre


Scan for ultrasound
Listen closely and you'll hear something new and different


North, South, East, West and all round
We're making music that can be appreciated everywhere


And then to the Underground
We'll make our way to the music scene that appreciates unique and fresh sounds


You say that everything sounds the same
You complain that music is too repetitive


And then you go buy them
But you still end up buying those repetitive songs


There's no excuses, my friend
Stop making excuses and try something new


Let's push things forward
Let's make a change and create something new


As we progress to the check point
As we move forward with our music


I wholeheartedly agree with your viewpoint
I completely understand your perspective


But this ain't your typical garage joint
This isn't typical garage music


I make points which hold significance
My lyrics have meaning and aren't just empty words


That ain't a bag it's a shipment
I'm not carrying drugs, I'm carrying a load of music


This ain't a track, it's a movement, I got the settlement
This isn't just a song, it's part of a larger cultural movement and I'm making a difference


My frequencies are transient and resonate your eardrums
My music has a powerful and immediate effect on you


I make bangers not anthems, leave that to the Artful Dodger
I make great music, but I'm not trying to write catchy pop songs


The broad shouldered fifty-one percent shareholder
The powerful people in the music industry take too much control


You won't find us on Alta Vista
You can't just search for us like you would on a search engine


Cult classic not bestseller, you're gonna need more power
Our music may not be popular but it has a dedicated fanbase and requires more effort to appreciate


Plug in the free phase and the generator, crank it up to gigawatts
Let's turn up the volume and make some noise


Critics, ready with your pot shots, the plot thickens
We know the critics will be ready with their negative reviews but the situation is getting more complicated


Put on your mittens for these sub zero conditions
Prepare yourself for the harsh and unforgiving environment of the music industry


Once bitten, forever smitten
Once you appreciate our music, you'll always be a fan


Spit jewels like Eastern riches, junkie fixes
Our lyrics are valuable and addictive


Around here we say 'birds', not bitches
Our local slang is different from what you might expect


As London Bridge burns down Brixton's burning up
Even in tough times, Brixton keeps moving forward


Turns out your in luck, I knows this dodgy fuck in the Duck
Luckily, I know someone who can help us out


So it's just another show flick for your local city poet
Just another performance by a talented local artist


In case you geezers don't know it, let's push things forward
In case you didn't get the message earlier, let's keep making progress


It's a tall order but we're taller, calling all maulers
Our goals are challenging but we're up to the task and calling on our supporters to help


Back street brawlers, corner shop crawlers, victory's flawless
We've come from humble beginnings but our success is undeniable


Love us or hates us but don't slate us
You may not love our music but don't criticize us unfairly


Don't conform to formulas, pop genres and such
We're not trying to fit into any specific genre or formula


Sharp darts, double dutch, parked cars troubles you much
We're confident in our unique style and aren't worried about any challenges or obstacles


With more bud - let's - push - things - forward
With more resources and determination, let's keep making progress


Chorus: You say that everything sounds the same
You complain that music is too repetitive


And then you go buy them
But you still end up buying those repetitive songs


There's no excuses, my friend
Stop making excuses and try something new


Let's push things forward
Let's make a change and create something new




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL GEOFFREY SKINNER

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@marksmarsh2039

Lyrics
This ain't the down, it's the upbeat, make it complete
So what's the story, guaranteed accuracy, enhanced CD
Latest technology, darts at treble twenty
Huge non-recoupable advance, majors be vigilant
I excel in both content and deliverance
So let's put on our classics and we'll have a little dance, shall we?
No sales pitch, no media hype
No hydro, it's nice and ripe
I speak in communications in bold type
This ain't your archetypal street sound
Scan for ultrasound
North, South, East, West and all round
And then to the Underground
You say that everything sounds the same
And then you go buy them
There's no excuses, my friend
Let's push things forward
As we progress to the check point
I wholeheartedly agree with your viewpoint
But this ain't your typical garage joint
I make points which hold significance
That ain't a bag it's a shipment
This ain't a track, it's a movement, I got the settlement
My frequencies are transient and resonate your eardrums
I make bangers not anthems, leave that to the Artful Dodger
The broad shouldered fifty-one percent shareholder
You won't find us on Alta Vista
Cult classic not bestseller, you're gonna need more power
Plug in the free phase and the generator, crank it up to gigawatts
Critics, ready with your pot shots, the plot thickens
Put on your mittens for these sub zero conditions
But remember I'm just spitting, remember I'm just spitting
Once bitten, forever smitten
Spit jewels like Eastern riches, junkie fixes
Around here we say 'birds', not bitches
As London Bridge burns down Brixton's burning up
Turns out your in luck, I knows this dodgy fuck in the Duck
So it's just another show flick for your local city poet
In case you geezers don't know it, let's push things forward
It's a tall order but we're taller, calling all maulers
Back street brawlers, corner shop crawlers, victory's flawless
Love us or hates us but don't slate us
Don't conform to formulas, pop genres and such
Sharp darts, double dutch, parked cars troubles you much
With more bud - let's - push - things - forward
Spit jewels like Eastern riches, junkie fixes
Around here we say 'birds', not bitches
As London Bridge burns down Brixton's burning up
Turns out your in luck, I knows this dodgy fuck in the Duck
So it's just another show flick for your local city poet
In case you geezers don't know it, let's push things forward
It's a tall order but we're taller, calling all maulers
Back street brawlers, corner shop crawlers, victory's flawless
Love us or hates us but don't slate us
Don't conform to formulas, pop genres and such
Sharp darts, double dutch, parked cars troubles you much
With more bud - let's - push - things - forward



@seeyouinheaven

Let's push things forward/The streets

This ain't the down it's the upbeat
Make it complete
So what's the story?
Guaranteed accuracy enhanced CD
Latest technology, Darts at Treble 20
Huge non-recuparable advance
Majors be vigilent
I excel in both content and deliverance
So let's put on our classics
And we'll ave a little dance, shall we?
No sales pitch, no media hype
No hydro, it's nice and ripe
I speak in communication in bold type
This AIN'T yer archetypal street sound
Scan for ultrasound North, South, East, West
And all round and then to the underground
You say that every thing sounds the same
Then you go buy them! There's no excuses my friend
Let's push things forward
As we progress to the checkpoint
I wholeheartedly agree with yer viewpoint
But this ain't your typical Garage joint

I make points which hold significance
That ain't a bag it's shipment
This ain't a track it's a movement
I got the settlement
My frequencies are transient
And resonate your eardrums
I make bangers not anthems
Leave that to the Artful Dodger
The broad shouldered 51% shareholder
You won't find us on Alta Vista
Cult classic, not bestseller
Your gonna need more power,
https://lyricsofsong.com/w/dk91
Plug in the freephase and the generator
Crank it up to the gigawatts
Critics ready with the potshots, the plot thickens
Put on yer mittens for these sub-zero conditions
But remember I'm just spittin',
Remember I'm just spittin'
Once bitten, forever smitten
You say that everything sounds the same
Then you go buy them! There's no excuses my friend
Let's Push Things Forward
Spilt jewels like Eastern Riches
Junkie Fixes
Around 'ere we say Birds, not bitches
As London Bridge burns down, Brixton's burning up
Turns out your in luck
Cos I know this dodgy f***k in The Duck
So it's just another showflick from your
Local City Poet
Case you geezers don't know it
Lets Push Things Forward
It's a tall order, but were taller
Calling all mawlers, backstreet brawlers
Cornershop crawlers, victories flawless
Love us or hate us, but don't slate us
Don't conform to formulas
Pop genres and such Sharp darts, double Dutch
Parked cars, troubles a much with more Bud
Let's Push Things Forward
You say that everything sounds the same
The you go buy them! There's no excuses my friend
Let's Push Things Forward.



All comments from YouTube:

@scottyunitedboy2925

Original Pirate Material- definitely one of the most criminally underrated albums in modern British music

@rudybtripn9156

Really just hip-hop itโ€™s so good

@leeheaps2458

Itโ€™s a masterpiece for the come down of the 90s

@djnato10

Easily one of the greatest electronic albums ever produced.

@rogerdunn2531

Most definitely my friend

@darwinnoah2851

Your opinion is very good, for me it's got too be in the top 25 ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป

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@kitesurf58phil

My nephews introduced me to The Streets when I was 54. Although I'm not a Londoner I worked shifts which took me to work at just about every tube station in the Greater London area. I used to listen to the pirates instead of the mainstream music stations. The lyrics struck a chord with me. The gentrification of Brixton, Tooting, Clapham and Docklands was well under way at that time. I worked with 'geezers' who spoke just like him. Original Pirate Material is an often revisited album.

@nameface6934

for some sweet London rap check out Lonely Gimmick - Running, its a cool unknown gem

@samtruepenny6685

He's a brumy m8?

@andrewwilson5901

He changed his accent. He's from Brum. Think Jaykae called him out on dropping his accent. Both Blue Noses.

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