Story Behind The Song
Most of us are trapped by work in one way or another. Some people like it. It gives them structure and purpose, others don't. The singer here has no time for work but understands he has to do it and tries (unsuccessfully) to make the best of a bad job.
Song Description
The song moves through different styles. The first is a reference to the "light" music from BBC radio in the 50s. Workers Playtime, This moves into a Beatle-ish section with nods to George Martin and finally into the punk inspired expletives of the final
| Song Length |
3:15 |
Genre |
Rock - Alternative, Pop - Alternative |
| Tempo |
Medium Fast (131 - 150) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Affable, Cheerful |
Subject |
Conformity, Morning |
| Similar Artists |
The Who, The Sex Pistols |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
Up in the morning when the birds are singing
the boies weak and the spirit's not willing
Wish it was a Friday night,. wish it was a Friday night
It's a rotten job, working for a living
It's a rotten job, you're not bloody kidding
But someone has to do it or it wouldn't get done
Covered in shit but mustn't grumble, steak pie, chips and an apple crumble
Wish it was Friday night, everything would be all right
Working all day and I'm getting in a lather
Can't wait to get home and have a bit of how's yer father
Wish it was Friday night, everything would be all right
It's a rotten job, working for a living
It's a rotten job, you're not bloody kidding
But someone has to do it or it wouldn't get done
Another night in and there's bollox on the telly,
burger in me hand and a beer can on me belly
Wish it was Friday night, everything would be all right
Work's just shit got a tosser for a boss
I'd jack it in tomorrow if I didn't need the dosh
Wish it was Friday night, everything would be all right
It's a rotten job, working for a living
It's a rotten job, you're not bloody kidding
But someone has to do it or it wouldn't get done