Now, Revision Blues was a tricky one. We weren't sure how well it would go down, but it was surprisingly well received- however we did shorten it by a verse and chorus, because it didn't really fit outside the context of the classroom. This song follows a young college lad who works hard but never seems to get the grades he wants- and, at Davey's request, feels like the devil is entering him through his behind. He eventually commits suicide, which is always a cheery subject- but we do love a bit of black comedy now and then.
lyrics
I woke up this morning, with a spring in my shoe.
Nothing could bring me down, not even the news.
So I sat in the classroom, waiting for time to pass.
The devil snook up behind me and he shoved it up my ass.
Don't think I can take it,
oh, I've got those revision blues.
When I turn over the paper,
I'm gonna blow a fuse.
Last year I was a drifter, examinations I failed,
but this year I'm a step ahead with my student finance mailed.
But when it comes to revision, I'm scared I might not pass.
But how'my gonna sit the paper with Satan up my ass?
Don't think I can take it,
oh, I've got those revision blues.
Maybe I should just rob a bank,
and end up on the news.
Some people say I'm lonely,
some people say I'm a fool,
but they don't know I've got the knack of standing on a stool.
I've given up on college,
I've given up on hope.
Think I'm gonna kill myself with a lengthy piece of rope...
credits
from Bellends,
released September 17, 2017
Lyrics & Composition: Ben Anderson & Owen Johnstone
