Bad Idea
A · How Ace Are Buildings
Bad idea (x4)
Ninety-nine per cent is great,
The other one percent I hate,
Little things keep bugging in my head
Wake up calls, smack and that, fashion cafe, friendly fire
GMTV, darker mornings and pay per view, litter dropping
I made a list, I got the lot and all
That stuff is all on top It's not fair but I don't care not me
Rocky Five, Indie shite, KKK, number crunching
bungee jumping, paying taxes, pavement cracks
car alarms, dinosaurs and protest songs are-
Bad idea (x4)
Give me a B-A-D-I
Give me a D-E-A...
BAD IDEA!
Bad Idea
A's 'Bad Idea' stands as a defining track from the album 'How Ace Are Buildings,' released in 1989. The song exemplifies the band's signature blend of post-punk energy and melodic sensibility, characterized by driving rhythms and atmospheric textures. It reflects the era's broader shift towards more polished yet emotionally resonant rock music, distinguishing itself within the catalogue of 'How Ace Are Buildings' through its unique vocal delivery and rhythmic complexity. The recording captures the raw intensity of the late 80s scene while maintaining a distinct identity that would influence subsequent indie and alternative movements. As a key component of their discography, the track remains a testament to the band's ability to craft memorable sonic landscapes that balance aggression with vulnerability.

