Won't Take That Talk
Adam Ant · Other Songs - Adam Ant
I won't take that talk from no one
I won't take that talk from no one
Inside it makes you ill
And the pity of it all you're fighting
You don't see it any more you're fighting
A size 12 fight in a size 10 war
I said I'd never forget you
And I didn't and I never will
Have a dance meet a girl you dig
Acting like the second coming
Oh words are only words
Said another way
Got to stop treating people
Like they have no feelings
Stop treating people
Like they have no meaning
I won't take that talk from no one
I won't take that talk from no one
Inside it makes you ill
Soft as a mother's love
Her hands were cool and graceful
And you'll get no complaints from me
I said I'd never forget you
And I didn't and I never will
Have a dance meet a girl you dig
Behaving like the second coming
Words were only words
So I tell myself
Got to stop treating people
Like they have no feelings
Stop treating people
Like they have no meaning
About Won't Take That Talk
Adam Ant's "Won't Take That Talk" stands as a defining track from the new wave era, capturing the sharp wit and social commentary characteristic of his early work. Released alongside hits like "Mowhok" and "Prince Charming," the song exemplifies the genre's blend of pop sensibility with biting satire. The recording features Ant's distinctive vocal delivery and the band's signature synth-driven sound, reflecting the cultural anxieties of the late 1970s and early 1980s. As a key piece in his discography, it showcases his ability to address contemporary issues through catchy melodies and provocative lyrics, cementing his status as a pioneering figure in English new wave music. The track remains a staple of the genre's catalog, illustrating how Ant balanced humor with serious observation to create a lasting musical legacy.