Mother
Mother

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Mother Lyrics

My mother worked fifteen hours five days a week
My mother worked sixteen hours six days a week
My mother worked seventeen hours seven days a week

The best way to scare a Tory is to read and get rich
The best way to scare a Tory is to read and get rich
The best way to scare a Tory is to read and get rich

I know nothing
I'm just sitting here looking at pretty colors
I know nothing
I'm just sitting here looking at pretty colors
I know nothing
I'm just sitting here looking at pretty colors

Mother
Fucker
Mother
Fucker

My mother worked fifteen hours five days a week
My mother worked sixteen hours six days a week
My mother worked seventeen hours seven days a week

The best way to scare a Tory is to read and get rich
The best way to scare a Tory is to read and get rich
The best way to scare a Tory is to read and get rich

I know nothing
I'm just sitting here looking at pretty colors
I know nothing
I'm just sitting here looking at pretty colors
I know nothing
I'm just sitting here looking at pretty colors

Mother
Fucker
Mother
Fucker

Sexual violence doesn't start and end with rape
It starts in our books and behind our school gates
Men are scared women will laugh in their face
Whereas women are scared it's their lives men will take

Mother
Fucker
Mother
Fucker

Writer(s): Adam Colin Devonshire, Jonathan Michael Bowers Beavis, Joseph John Talbot, Lee Jonathan Kiernan, Mark Bowen
Copyright(s): Lyrics © MUSIC SERVICES, INC., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Mother' by IDLES?

    The lyrics for 'Mother' were written by Adam Colin Devonshire, Jonathan Michael Bowers Beavis, Joseph John Talbot, Lee Jonathan Kiernan, and Mark Bowen.

  2. What themes are addressed in the song 'Mother'?

    'Mother' addresses themes of hard work, feminism, impotent male rage, and societal issues such as sexual violence and class struggles. The song reflects on the roles of women in singer Joe Talbot's life and broader social commentary.

  3. How does 'Mother' relate to Joe Talbot's personal experiences?

    'Mother' is deeply influenced by Joe Talbot's personal experiences, particularly his relationship with his mother. Her hard work and struggles are highlighted in the lyrics. Talbot has stated that her role pre- and postmortem significantly impacted the album 'Brutalism,' on which this track appears.

  4. What is the significance of the repeated line about scaring a Tory?

    The repeated line 'The best way to scare a Tory is to read and get rich' serves as a critique of conservative politics in the UK. It suggests that education and financial success are powerful tools against oppressive political ideologies.

  5. How was the album 'Brutalism', featuring 'Mother', received by critics?

    'Brutalism', which includes 'Mother', received widespread critical acclaim. Reviews praised its raw energy and urgent themes. AllMusic described it as a thrilling listen from start to finish, while DIY magazine called it exhilarating with ferocious commentary. It was also featured in BBC 6 Music's list of top albums for 2017.

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