About The Song
"Meat City" is the closing track on John Lennon's 1973 album "Mind Games," and it serves as a testament to Lennon's eclectic songwriting style and his ability to blend rock, avant-garde, and social commentary. The song stands out for its experimental sound, combining frenetic rock 'n' roll with unconventional musical elements.
Lyrically, "Meat City" reflects Lennon's disillusionment with urban life and societal issues. The term "Meat City" itself is a metaphor for the gritty, harsh reality of city living, filled with its complexities and challenges. Lennon's lyrics are laced with a sense of urgency and frustration, capturing his commentary on the chaos and struggles inherent in metropolitan environments.
Musically, "Meat City" is a cacophony of sound, featuring distorted guitar riffs, frenzied saxophone lines, and unconventional production techniques. The song reflects Lennon's experimentation with different musical styles and his willingness to push boundaries. The chaotic arrangement mirrors the chaotic urban landscape that serves as the song's inspiration.
Released during a period of personal and professional turbulence for Lennon, "Mind Games" marked a return to a more straightforward and accessible sound compared to his previous experimental efforts. "Meat City," as the closing track, leaves a lasting impression with its energetic, almost anarchic, vibe.
While not as commercially successful as some of Lennon's earlier work, "Meat City" showcases his commitment to artistic exploration and his refusal to be confined by musical norms. The song stands as a testament to Lennon's role as a musical innovator, challenging both himself and his audience to embrace the unconventional and find meaning in the chaotic tapestry of life.
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Lyrics
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Well, I been Meat City to see for myself
Well, I been Meat City to see for myself
Been Meat City, been Meat
Just got to give me some rock 'n roll
People were dancing like there's no tomorrow
Meat City
Finger lickin', chicken pickin' Meat City shook down U.S.A.
Pig Meat City
Well, I been the mountain to see for myself
Well, I been the mountain to see for myself
Been the mountain, been the
Just got to give me some rock 'n roll
Snake doctors shakin like there's no tomorrow
Freak City
Chicken suckin', mother-truckin' Meat City shook down U.S.A.
Pig Meat City
Well, I'm gonna China to see for myself
Well, I'm gonna China to see for myself
Gonna China, gonna
Just got to give me some rock 'n roll
People were jumping like there's no tomorrow
Meat City
Finger lickin', chicken pickin' Meat City shook down U.S.A.
Pig Meat City
Well, I'm gonna China
Yes, I'm gonna China
Well, I'm gonna China
Yes, I'm gonna China, come on, woo-hoo-hoo-hoo
Yeah I am, come on
I'm gonna China
Yes, I'm gonna China
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