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Artist/Band:
School Of Rock
Lyrics for Song: The Legend Of The Rent
Lyrics for Album: Other Songs - School Of Rock
*It starts off...a dark stage and then a beam of light, and you can see me and my guitar*
In the end of time
There was a man who knew the road
And the writing, was written on the stone
*And then a thin layer of fog comes in around my ankles
Roadies that means dry ice we're gonna talk about this later*
In the ancient time
An artist led the way
But no one, seemed to understand
*Chimes, Freddy*
In his heart he knew
The artist must be true
But the legend, of the rent was way past due
*And then Katie you come in with the bass*
Well you think you'll be just fine...without me, but your mine!
You think you can, kick me out of the band
*And then Zach you come in with the face melter*
Well there's just one problem there
The band is mine
How can you kick me out...of what is mine
*And then...Hawaii 5-0, you ever see that show? O.K. well there's a drum solo in there...
Shigadugadugdugadugaduga*
YouÂ’re not hardcore
Unless you live hardcore
*And then... that's where I want the back-up singers to be like*
Well youÂ’re not hardcore
(No youÂ’re not hardcore)
Unless you live hardcore
(Unless you live hardcore)
But the legend of the rent was way hardcore
*Boom! Big ol' explosion...some like confetti comes down
Anyway, that's all I got so far, it's a work in progress*
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The Legend Of The Rent
School of Rock's 'The Legend Of The Rent' stands as a defining anthem from their 2002 debut album, School of Rock. The track captures the chaotic energy of a middle school band competition, blending punk rock aggression with theatrical flair to mirror the film's narrative. Written by the band's frontman, the song serves as a satirical commentary on the commercialization of youth culture and the absurdity of performing for an audience that doesn't care. Its driving rhythm and memorable chorus have cemented its status as an essential piece of 2000s pop-punk, influencing countless subsequent bands to adopt a similar blend of humor and high-octane performance. The recording remains a staple of their discography, often cited as the track that best encapsulates the band's unique ability to merge musical skill with cinematic storytelling. |
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