Waving Flags
British Sea Power
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You are astronomical fans of alcohol So welcome in Are rising in the East and setting in the West All waving flags We're all waving flags now Waving flags But don't be scared And you, you will be here for a while And it's all a joke Oh, it's all a joke Oh Are here of legal drinking age, on minimum wage Well, welcome in From across the Vistula, you've come so very far All waving flags We're all waving flags now Waving flags But don't be scared 'Cause you, you will be here for a while And it's all a joke Oh, it's all a joke Oh Beer is not dark Beer is not light It just tastes good Especially tonight (Oh welcome in) So welcome in, we are barbarians Oh welcome in, across the Carpathians Oh welcome in, we are from Slavia Oh welcome in, across the stadion (?) Oh we cant fail, not with Czech ecstasy No we won't fail, not with Czech ecstasy So welcome in
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Written by: JAN WILKINSON, JAN SCOTT WILKINSON, MARTIN NOBLE, MATTHEW WOOD, MATTHEW JAMES WOOD, NEIL WILKINSON, NEIL HAMILTON WILKINSON
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12 facts about this song
Album Release"Waving Flags" is a song by English indie rock band British Sea Power, released in their third studio album, "Do You Like Rock Music?" in 2008.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 31 on the UK Singles Chart, marking the highest peak for any of the band's singles to date.
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Political Influence"Waving Flags" has been interpreted as a commentary on UK immigration policy. The lyrics encourage welcoming immigrants with open arms.
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Music CompositionThe song stands out for its soaring choruses and anthemic charm, representing the band's unique blend of indie rock and post-punk music.
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Critics ResponseCritics acclaimed the song for its rich, layered sound and emotionally resonant lyrics.
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Award NominationThe album "Do You Like Rock Music?" which includes the song "Waving Flags," was nominated for the Mercury Prize in 2008.
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Live PerformancesThis song has remained one of British Sea Power's most popular tunes in live performances, often with audiences joining in on the chorus.
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SongwritingThe song was composed by the band members Yan, Noble, Hamilton, and Wood.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Waving Flags" features the band performing amidst a crowd of jubilant flag-wavers.
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Love for NatureLike many of British Sea Power’s other songs, “Waving Flags” is staged against a backdrop of stunning natural landscapes, reflecting the band’s well-known fascination with nature.
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Social ImpactLyrics of "Waving Flags" have been used in several immigration-related discussions and campaigns given their positive depiction of immigrants.
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Iconic LineThe line "Drink to the death, drink to the birth" from the song became famous amongst the fans for its stark and symbolic representation of life and death.
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