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Artist/Band:
Billy Bragg
Lyrics for Song: The Boy Done Good
Lyrics for Album: Must I Paint You A Picture? [2003]
The Boy Done Good
Strange as it may seem, I once had my football dreams
But I was always the last one, the last to get chosen
When my classmates picked their teams
I guess that was the way it stayed in every game I played
Life just tripped me and clattered and kicked me
Till you picked me from the parade
Now I feel like I've won the cup every time that we
make love
Forty-five minutes each way, at halftime I hear a brass
band play
The boy done good, the girl done better,
The seasons turn and we're still together,
The sky is still blue and tomorrow is another day
You weren't that kind of a girl who likes her studs to
be covered in mud
Taking you to the pictures was a regular fixture
For one of life's eternal subs
I tried hard acting tough, but I just can't stand the
taste of that stuff
Like some macho park player I got in the way of
In some grudge match against his club
But I'm happier how I am today now I've put my
boots away
I guess I'll never get picked to play my song on Match
of the Day
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The Boy Done Good
Billy Bragg's 2003 single 'The Boy Done Good' stands as a quintessential example of his working-class political songwriting, blending folk-rock instrumentation with sharp social commentary. Recorded for the album 'Must I Paint You A Picture?', the track exemplifies Bragg's signature style of addressing contemporary issues through accessible melodies and direct lyrics. Released during a period where Bragg was actively engaging with themes of social justice and community, the song reflects his commitment to music as a vehicle for political expression. It remains a staple in his discography, illustrating his ability to craft anthems that resonate with audiences concerned about societal structures and everyday struggles. The recording captures the raw energy of his mid-2000s output, solidifying his reputation as a leading voice in the new folk revival. |
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| Album Lyrics: Must I Paint You A Picture? [2003] |
Billy Bragg
"Must I Paint You A Picture? [2003]"
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