Dumbing Down

“Dumbing Down,” by Chumbawamba, 2000.

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Following You

“Following You,” by Chumbawamba, 2008.

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We Don’t Go to God’s House Anymore

“We Don’t Go to God’s House Anymore,” by Chumbawamba, 1995.

“Driving on the bypass to Damascus
I saw a preacher trying to hitch a ride…”

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Just Look

“Just Look,” by Chumbawamba, 1995.

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We Don’t Want To Sing Along

“We Don’t Want To Sing Along,” by Chumbawamba, 2004.

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Celebration, Florida

“Celebration Florida,” by Chumbawamba, 2000. The song is about a resolutely-Republican, 91% White planned community developed by the Disney corporation. “Even the dogs get facelifts.” Ironically, 22 years later, the relationship between Disney and Florida has become adversarial.

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Song on the Times

“Song on the Times,” written circa 1846, after repeal of the Corn Laws. Performed by Chumbawamba, 2006.

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Tubthumping in the Country, Y’All

The Brits of Chumbawamba interpreted their big 1997 hit, “Tubthumping,” as a Country & Western song for the Japanese market in this 1998 recording. Yee-hah.

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Bankrobber

“Bankrobber,” Written by Joe Strummer and Mick Jones, recorded by Chumbawamba, 2005; released 2007. Originally recorded by The Clash. Vocals by Coope, Boyes & Simpson.

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By & By

“By & By, recorded by Chumbawamba, 2005; released 2007. Segues into verses of the American labor song “Joe Hill.”

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