The Great Rock ‘n’ Roll Swindle Sex Pistols
"The Great Rock ‘n’ Roll Swindle" by the Sex Pistols (#PunkRock), released in 1979, critiques the commercialization of rock music and the music industry’s exploitation of artists. Its raw energy and rebellious spirit reflect punk's anti-establishment ethos. The song highlights themes of betrayal and disillusionment, resonating with youth culture and influencing future punk movements.
[Verse 1]
People said we couldn't play
They called us foul-mouthed yobs
But the only notes that really count
Are the ones that come in wads
They all drowned when the air turned blue
Cause we didn't give a toss
Filthy lucre, isn't nothing new
But we all get cash from the chaos
[Chorus]
The time is right to do it now
The greatest rock and roll swindle
The time is right to do it now
[Verse 2]
E.M.I. said you are out of hand
And they gave us the boot
But they couldn't sack us, just like that
Without giving us the loot
Thank you kindly A & M
They said we were out of bounds
But that isn't bad for two weeks work
And 75,000 pounds
[Chorus] [x2]
People said we couldn't play
They called us foul-mouthed yobs
But the only notes that really count
Are the ones that come in wads
They all drowned when the air turned blue
Cause we didn't give a toss
Filthy lucre, isn't nothing new
But we all get cash from the chaos
[Chorus]
The time is right to do it now
The greatest rock and roll swindle
The time is right to do it now
[Verse 2]
E.M.I. said you are out of hand
And they gave us the boot
But they couldn't sack us, just like that
Without giving us the loot
Thank you kindly A & M
They said we were out of bounds
But that isn't bad for two weeks work
And 75,000 pounds
[Chorus] [x2]
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