WORK
XTC · Other Songs - XTC
Mentally or physically
What four-letter word
D'you know like ...
Look at me smile
Look at me doing their
Work
Y'see me shuffle in the dirt
My how I sweat
But I don't mind
Cause it's work
You got me rolling up my shirt
There's all my old friends
Sat by the fountain drinking beer
Their days have no starts and no ends
They drift into pub nights with no
Promise for tomorrow
All that they want is some
Work
Work
Look at me smile
Look at me polish these
Tools
Am I breaking all the rules?
A cycle like that
I don't want to be late for school
Well it's night school
Now all my new friends
Sit in their [site] huts drinking tea
My day has no start and no ends
Drifts into whole nights in my
Coffin by the fireside
Bugger this game
I know who's to blame
And that's
Work
Aw, work
Keep your fingers busy
Mentally or physically
What four-letter word
D'you know like
Oh! work, work
Oh! work, work
I'm back with my old friends
Sat by the brunel drinking beer
Don't want this to ever end
We're living in fear of being
Mizzled by a new myth
Work
I don't want to go to work
Work
I don't want to go to work
WORK
XTC's 'WORK' stands as a testament to the band's enduring ability to craft intricate, emotionally resonant pop music. Emerging from a period where the duo of Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding refined their signature sound, the track exemplifies the group's knack for blending melodic sophistication with lyrical depth. The recording captures the band's evolution, showcasing a polished production style that balances energetic instrumentation with thoughtful composition. As part of their extensive discography, the song reflects the creative vitality that defined XTC's later years, offering listeners a glimpse into their unique approach to songwriting. It remains a compelling song in their catalogue, highlighting the artistic maturity and musical innovation that have secured their legacy in the realm of British rock and new wave.