1. The System are e… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least four artists with this name.
1. The System are electrosoul/R&B duo David Frank and Mic Murphy.
The duo recorded their biggest hit "Don't Disturb This Groove" in 1987 and later that decade featured another notable track entitled "Coming To America" as featured in the movie of the same name. "You Are In My System" was another hit from the band. They also worked as producers for acts like Chaka Khan ('I Feel For You'), Phil Collins ('Sussudio') and Mtume ('Juicy Fruit'). In 2013, they released a new album, "System Overload".
2. The System are an anarcho-punk band formed in the summer of 1980 having messed around in various other bands since 1978. In 1981 they met a band called Flux Of Pink Indians, who helped them make their fist single - The Warfare EP. This was very successful and contained their anthem - The Dogs Of War. By Mid 1981 they were touring with Flux Of Pink Indians and the legendary Crass. They followed up with their second single - The System Is Murder. By This Time they were being recognized all over the UK, Europe and the USA.
3. In 1994 Anders Remmer (aka Dub Tractor), Thomas Knak (aka Opiate) og Jesper Skaaning (aka Acustic) met around the compilation series 'Boredom Is Deep And Mysterious', which they were compiling for April Records. After having used the name D.A.W.N. for a while, they changed their name to Future 3.
With their cool minimalism and their intelligent mix of dub and ambient, Future 3 made quite an impact on the electronic scene at that time.
After Kruder & Dorfmeister listed Future 3´s debut album 'We Are the Future 3' as one of their top 5 albums of all time, the trio were catapulted into the collective consciousness of lovers of electronic music. Since the early Future 3-days, the trio has found pleasure in experimenting with different electronic genres of the day, from the melodic dub-ambient on the debut 'We are the Future 3' to the understated escapades into drum´n´bass on their breakthrough hit: 'The Boy From West Bronx' from 1998´s 'Stay With'.
Where 'Like...' from 2001 was close to being pop-electronica (with vocals by Jonas Bjerre of Mew among others), the 'System' album from 2002 (released on Scape) saw the trio break away from the melodicism that had characterized their work since the beginning. The sound on the album was so strikingly different that the group felt a new name, System, was necessary.
Due to each group member's solo output and label involvement, new group-material from Denmarks 3 electronic pioneers has become a quite rare experience. Many of Anders Remmer´s Dub Tractor releases on City Center Offices as well as Thomas Knak´s Opiate releases on April, Morr Music and Raster Noton (with Alva Noto as Opto) has long been acclaimed as milestones in modern electronic music. Thomas Knak has also been busy with his Hobby Industries label, producing for Björk on the Vespertine album as well as remixing for Efterklang, Sketch Show and Ryuichi Sakamoto. And then there is Jesper Skaanings´s Acustic project, which was featured on Rump in 2005 with the 'Welcome' album.
In a way Systems 'Tempo EP' continues the sound of the System album on Scape, only this time presented in a slightly faster tempo, hence the title. It´s no secret that the group have been listening to two-step and dub-step, but instead of being a rip off of the genre, System incorporates the UK-styles into their own sound universe, creating something that sounds much more like System than like Skream.
4. The System are a little-known UK group masterminded by Bob Lamb, a cult figure in Birmingham's music history (he played as a drummer throughout the late sixties and into the late seventies for a number of progressive rock bands and helped produce UB40 and Duran Duran's earlier works). The short lived group released only one album ‘Logic' and a single in 1983 on the obscure electronic French label ‘Romantic Records’. This distinctively forward thinking new wave/synth pop album was met with poor reception and eventually dwindled into obscurity. Nonetheless the album's revolutionary exploration in sound and outstanding production value in addition to the band’s gift of writing deeply emotive, yearning pop tunes, make it sound though perhaps more relevant today than many other far more successful albums of it's time. The System EP was reissued on Music From Memory in 2016.
Bad Girl
The System Lyrics
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Nobody's in her world a bad girl
She's a bad girl, bad girl
Nobody's in her world a bad girl
She wears a minidress to high school
Breaks all the rules
That wouldn't wanna be in her shoes
Some people callin' her the teacher's pet
You know they're only jealous
No need to wear a si-ign
She's blowin' my mind, she does it every time
She's a bad girl, bad girl
Nobody's in her world a bad girl
She's a bad girl, bad girl
Nobody's in her world a bad girl
Bad girl, bad girl she's a very bad girl
Bad girl, bad girl livin' in her own world
Ow
Ooh, baby, won't ya do it to me
You got my body in limbo
She's sexy goin' on seventeen
You know you can't tell her a thing
No need to advertise what she's got to hi-ide
No need to wear a si-ign
She's blowin' my mind
She'll do it every time
She's a bad girl, bad girl
Nobody's in her world a bad girl
Oh, she's a bad girl, bad girl
Nobody's in her world a bad girl
Bad girl
(Do you wanna make a lil' extra lunch money?)
She's a bad girl, bad girl do what I say
Ow, ow
She wears a minidress to high school
Breaks all the rules
There ain't a girl in New York City
That wouldn't wanna be in her shoes
Some people callin' her the teacher's pet
You know they're only jealous
No need to wear a si-ign
She's blowin' my mind, she does it every time
She's a bad girl, bad girl
Nobody's in her world a bad girl
She's a bad girl, bad girl
Nobody's little girl a bad girl
She's a bad girl, bad girl
Nobody's in her world
The lyrics to The System's song "Bad Girl" describe a rebellious and confident young woman who stands out from the crowd. The song begins by emphasizing her controversial nature, stating that nobody can match her uniqueness. She is portrayed as a "bad girl" who defies societal norms and wears a minidress to high school, breaking all the rules. Despite potential criticism, the lyrics suggest that she embraces this individuality and enjoys the attention it brings.
The lyrics also touch on the jealousy that others feel towards her. It is mentioned that she is referred to as the "teacher's pet," but it is implied that this is simply out of envy rather than any favoritism she receives. The lines "No need to wear a sign, she's blowing my mind, she does it every time" indicate that her confident and rebellious attitude captivates the singer, and they are continuously fascinated by her.
Overall, "Bad Girl" celebrates the charisma and allure of this nonconformist woman, highlighting her power to captivate others and stand out in her own world.
Line by Line Meaning
She's a bad girl, bad girl
She possesses rebellious qualities and displays unconventional behavior.
Nobody's in her world a bad girl
No one can match or understand her unique perspective or lifestyle.
She wears a minidress to high school
She defies traditional norms by dressing provocatively in a school setting.
Breaks all the rules
She disregards societal expectations and regulations.
There ain't a girl in New York City
Among all the girls in New York City, none can resist wanting to be like her.
That wouldn't wanna be in her shoes
Every girl desires to be in her position and experience her lifestyle.
Some people callin' her the teacher's pet
Certain individuals label her as a favorite among teachers, which stems from jealousy.
You know they're only jealous
These people expressing jealousy towards her are aware of their own envy.
No need to wear a si-ign
She doesn't require any external validation or attention.
She's blowin' my mind, she does it every time
Her captivating presence and actions consistently astound and impress me.
Bad girl, bad girl she's a very bad girl
She possesses a strong rebellious nature, making her a truly daring and unconventional individual.
Bad girl, bad girl livin' in her own world
She exists in a unique realm, separate from societal norms and expectations.
Ooh, baby, won't ya do it to me
Expressing desire for her to engage in intimate activities.
You got my body in limbo
She has complete control and influence over arousing and confusing my physical desires.
She's sexy goin' on seventeen
At a young age, she exudes an undeniable allure and sensuality.
You know you can't tell her a thing
Attempting to advise or influence her decisions is futile, as she remains independent and resistant to suggestions.
No need to advertise what she's got to hi-ide
She doesn't feel the need to boast or display her qualities that are meant to be kept private.
She's blowin' my mind
Her actions and presence continuously astound and captivate me.
She'll do it every time
Without fail, she consistently manages to create a lasting impression through her behavior.
Nobody's in her world a bad girl
No one can understand or match her unique perspective or lifestyle.
Oh, she's a bad girl, bad girl
She possesses rebellious qualities and engages in unconventional behavior.
Nobody's in her world a bad girl
No one can comprehend or resonate with her distinctive perspective or lifestyle.
Bad girl
She embodies a rebellious and daring nature.
(Do you wanna make a lil' extra lunch money?)
A playful suggestion, asking if she wants to engage in activities to earn additional money for lunch.
She's a bad girl, bad girl do what I say
As a dominant figure, she expects others to comply with her commands or requests.
She wears a minidress to high school
She chooses to flout the conventional dress code by wearing a short dress in a school setting.
Breaks all the rules
She consciously and deliberately disregards established norms and regulations.
There ain't a girl in New York City
Among all the girls in New York City, none can resist wanting to be like her.
That wouldn't wanna be in her shoes
Every girl desires to be in her position and experience her unique lifestyle.
Some people callin' her the teacher's pet
Certain individuals label her as a favored student among teachers, often fueled by their own jealousy.
You know they're only jealous
These people expressing jealousy towards her are aware of their own envy.
No need to wear a si-ign
She doesn't feel the need to seek external validation or attention.
She's blowin' my mind, she does it every time
Her remarkable actions and presence consistently astound and captivate me.
She's a bad girl, bad girl
She possesses rebellious qualities and engages in unconventional behavior.
Nobody's in her world a bad girl
No one can comprehend or resonate with her distinctive perspective or lifestyle.
She's a bad girl, bad girl
She possesses rebellious qualities and engages in unconventional behavior.
Nobody's little girl a bad girl
She refuses to conform to societal expectations and remains a defiant and independent individual.
She's a bad girl, bad girl
She possesses rebellious qualities and engages in unconventional behavior.
Nobody's in her world
No one can comprehend or resonate with her distinctive perspective or lifestyle.
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@raulvargas3498
GREAT ALBUM OF THE 80S
@cinephilelove_1113
One of my favs from them! =)
@hardcorehouse
Unfortunately, other than Promises, their second LP didn’t stack up to their first, so IMO they lost some of the initial cachet of their first LP that blew up in NYC summer ‘82 all over the boxes
@baker8981
why the hell was mic murphy 26, singing about a 17 year old? this band is great, but this song is MAD creepy...
@phoenixdaronco9540
I highly agree. The fact that there is no explanation of this song anywhere on the Internet makes this situation even more fishy. Where I come from, Minnesota, the age of consent is 16, so my theory is if Mic Murphy's relationship with this unpleasant teenager took place in that state, that would be fine as long as there was no disapproval from either of their parents. However, since The System wasn't Minnesota-based, this would likely be false. Aside from the song's subject, Murphy himself sounded furious about this person, so overall I find this to be a difficult song to enjoy.
@nadaworldrecords
You realize not every song is actually sung from the songwriter's literal perspective, right? Sexy + 17 by Stray Cats is another example. Both songs are more than likely fiction. I can name a dozen more examples of this but won't, as it would be a waste of my time. Also, it was 1983. Is it questionable in FORTY years later? Absolutely. No piece of media released nearly a half century ago is going to meet modern standards for what is/isn't culturally acceptable. I say all of this with no ill feelings/animosity towards you or your opinion, simply stating my own.