Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting
Elton John · Greatest Hits/one Night Only: Deluxe Sound & Vision [2008]
Ma tell me when the boys get here
It's seven o'clock, and I want to rock
Want to get a belly full of beer
My old man's drunker than a barrel full of monkeys
And my old lady, she don't care
My sister looks cute in her braces and boots
A handful of grease in her hair
Oh, don't give us none of your aggravation
We had it with your discipline
Saturday night's alright for fighting, get a little action in
Get about as oiled as a diesel train
Gonna set this dance alight
Cause Saturday night's the night I like
Saturday night's alright, alright, alright
Well, they're packed pretty tight in here tonight
I'm looking for a dolly who'll see me right
I may use a little muscle to get what I need
I may sink a little drink and shout out she's with me
A couple of the sound that I really like
Are the sounds of a switchblade and a motorbike
I'm a juvenile product of the working class
Whose best friend floats in the bottom of a glass
Oh, don't give us none of your aggravation
We had it with your discipline
Saturday night's alright for fighting, get a little action in
Get about as oiled as a diesel train
Gonna set this dance alight
Cause Saturday night's the night I like
Saturday night's alright, alright, alright
(Repeat)
Saturday, Saturday, Saturday
Saturday, Saturday, Saturday
Saturday, Saturday, Saturday nights alright
Saturday, Saturday, Saturday
Saturday, Saturday, Saturday
Saturday, Saturday, Saturday nights alright
Saturday, Saturday, Saturday
Saturday, Saturday, Saturday
Saturday, Saturday, Saturday nights alright
Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting
Elton John's 'Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting' stands as a defining anthem of the punk rock movement, released in 1973 on his album 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.' The track captures the frenetic energy and social commentary characteristic of the era, blending rock instrumentation with a driving rhythm that became a staple of live performances. Its enduring popularity stems from its ability to encapsulate the spirit of rebellion and unity, making it a cornerstone of John's discography and a frequent highlight in his concerts. The song's influence extends beyond its original context, cementing its place in the broader canon of rock music as a powerful statement on collective action and the night life of the city.