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- Come Out To Play Lyrics / with translationsHe used to think that it was neat
When he hung out on the street
Now that it's his daily beat, he's not so sure
Cause he's come to depend
On a street with a dead end
And he'll sell you his best friend, so he can score
Boys and girls come out to play
The junk mans on the streets to say
He'll make your dreams feel real today
And steal your minds tomorrow
Now his thoughts don't seem so clear
His whole life is filled with fear
His habit cost him dear in every way
His girl can't take the heat
But his friends all cross the street
Still the needle keeps him sweet
If he can pay for one more day
His bones have got no meat
He's unsteady on his feet
And he doesn't get to eat, not every day
What started out for kicks
Has become a daily fix
And his girlfriend's turning tricks to pay his way
Boys and girls come out to play
The junk man's on the streets to say
He'll make your dreams feel real today
And steal your minds tomorrow
When he hung out on the street
Now that it's his daily beat, he's not so sure
Cause he's come to depend
On a street with a dead end
And he'll sell you his best friend, so he can score
Boys and girls come out to play
The junk mans on the streets to say
He'll make your dreams feel real today
And steal your minds tomorrow
Now his thoughts don't seem so clear
His whole life is filled with fear
His habit cost him dear in every way
His girl can't take the heat
Still the needle keeps him sweet
If he can pay for one more day
His bones have got no meat
He's unsteady on his feet
And he doesn't get to eat, not every day
What started out for kicks
Has become a daily fix
And his girlfriend's turning tricks to pay his way
Boys and girls come out to play
The junk man's on the streets to say
He'll make your dreams feel real today
And steal your minds tomorrow
Facts about Come Out To Play
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Come Out To Play is written by Terrence Oswald Wilson, Brian Travers, Jim Brown, Norman Hassan, Ali Campbell, Earl Falconer, Michael Virtue, Robin Campbell.
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It is first released on July 11, 1988 as part of Ub40's album "Ub40" which includes 11 tracks in total. This song is the 1st track on this album.
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When we look deeper into its meaning, the song 'Come Out To Play' from UB40 describes how people become addicted to drugs through its depiction of the 'junk man' character who represents the dangerous drug pull that brings short-term relief but results in total destruction. The song lyrics of Come Out To Play deliver social commentary through their expression of despair and angst and their depiction of reflection and solitude. The song establishes its core message through three important elements which include addiction and desperation and deteriorating health conditions. The lyrics present an intense and mature depiction of drug addiction and criminal behavior which includes themes of desperation. The content contains explicit references to drug use and prostitution and the mental and physical health decline that results from addiction. The content contains elements which need to be restricted from young viewers because they require a complete parental advisory warning.
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Come Out To Play falls under the genre Reggae.
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Come Out To Play song length is 3 minutes and 15 seconds.
Who wrote Come Out To Play lyrics?
Come Out To Play is written by Terrence Oswald Wilson, Brian Travers, Jim Brown, Norman Hassan, Ali Campbell, Earl Falconer, Michael Virtue, Robin Campbell.
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When was Come Out To Play released?
It is first released on July 11, 1988 as part of Ub40's album "Ub40" which includes 11 tracks in total. This song is the 1st track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind Come Out To Play lyrics?
When we look deeper into its meaning, the song 'Come Out To Play' from UB40 describes how people become addicted to drugs through its depiction of the 'junk man' character who represents the dangerous drug pull that brings short-term relief but results in total destruction. The song lyrics of Come Out To Play deliver social commentary through their expression of despair and angst and their depiction of reflection and solitude. The song establishes its core message through three important elements which include addiction and desperation and deteriorating health conditions. The lyrics present an intense and mature depiction of drug addiction and criminal behavior which includes themes of desperation. The content contains explicit references to drug use and prostitution and the mental and physical health decline that results from addiction. The content contains elements which need to be restricted from young viewers because they require a complete parental advisory warning.
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Which genre is Come Out To Play?
Come Out To Play falls under the genre Reggae.
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How long is the song Come Out To Play?
Come Out To Play song length is 3 minutes and 15 seconds.
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these lyrics are submitted by kaanSongwriter(s): Terrence Oswald Wilson, Brian Travers, Jim Brown, Norman Hassan, Ali Campbell, Earl Falconer, Michael Virtue, Robin Campbell
Record Label(s): 1988 The copyright in this sound recording is owned by Virgin Records Ltd
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