In Your Hand
Stiff Little Fingers · Tinderbox [1997]
That's how you've always been
All or nothing
With nothing in between
You can't compromise
You can't quit while you're ahead
You won't see reason
You think that's giving in
We try to tell you
But you're not listening
Now I realise
The only help you'll take
[Chorus:]
It's in your hand
The power to change
To make a stand
To come of age
It's in your hand
It's worse than pointless
To try to talk to you
You've made your mind up
There's nothing we can do
Gets worse every day
You'd think you had it planned
Throw it all away
[Chorus rpt:]
In your hand but you won't use it
Rather throw your life away
[Rpt above couplet]
It's all or nothing
So nothing it'll be
You see I've made my mind up
And I won't intervene
Throw it all away
Throw it all away I don't care
Throw it all away
In Your Hand - Stiff Little Fingers
Released on the 1997 compilation Tinderbox, 'In Your Hand' by Stiff Little Fingers serves as a potent reminder of the band's enduring influence on punk rock. While the group is historically associated with the 1980s, this track demonstrates their continued relevance and ability to craft sharp, driving melodies that cut through the noise of later decades. The song features the band's signature blend of aggressive rhythm and melodic hooks, characteristic of their early work but executed with a refined edge in this recording. It stands as a testament to their status as a pioneering force in the genre, whose sound continues to inspire new waves of musicians. The track remains a staple for fans seeking the raw energy and melodic precision that defined Stiff Little Fingers' legacy.