You Woke Up My Neighbourhood
Billy Bragg · Vol. 2-Box Set [2010]
In the evening gloom, I sit and wonder
The words I should have said to you
The things I've always meant to do
The bad dreams that all came true
You woke up my neighbourhood
Night after night, we would row
You woke up my neighbourhood
Things are pretty quiet 'round here now
When I think of how we were together
I know we couldn't be like that for ever
Beneath the Seven Sister stars
The night we let it go too far
I slept out in the car
You woke up my neighbourhood
Night after night, we would row
You woke up my neighbourhood
Things are pretty quiet 'round here now
I remember skipping on the porch till it grew cold
I remember feeling like I was eight years old
Somersaults across the lawn
Singing dancing up till dawn
Every now and then we'd have a row
You woke up my neighbourhood
Things are pretty quiet 'round here now
You woke up my neighbourhood
Night after night, we would row
You woke up my neighbourhood
Things are pretty quiet 'round here now
You woke up my neighbourhood
Night after night, we would row
You woke up my neighbourhood
Things are pretty quiet 'round here now
Around here now
You Woke Up My Neighbourhood
Billy Bragg has long established himself as a vital voice in English folk and rock, known for blending political commentary with intimate storytelling. This track appears within his extensive catalogue, specifically featured on the Vol. 2-Box Set released in 2010. The recording captures Bragg's signature acoustic-driven style, often characterized by straightforward melodies and socially conscious themes. As part of a collection that gathers various recordings from his career, the song reflects his enduring ability to connect personal narratives with broader cultural observations. Fans of his work will recognize the consistent craftsmanship and earnest delivery that define his discography. The track stands as a testament to his prolific output and his commitment to maintaining a distinct musical identity across decades of performance and recording.