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Wikipedia article
"'People Give In'" is a song by the Manic Street Preachers. It was released in July 2018 as the sixth single from their thirteenth album 'Resistance Is Futile'.
Background and reception
As for the lyrics of the song Wire stated that: "One of the most open lyrics Ive ever written. I wouldnt exactly call it a rallying cry, its more about the idea that at least 80% of life is just really mundane so why dont we all just lower our expectations and try to get to the other side as painlessly as possible. Were all looking for universal panaceas all the time if we expected a little less, wed probably be happier The chorus is 'there is no theory of everything/no immaculate conception, no crime to forgive'. If you cant do any good, do no harm - thats my motto!" The single was released after a period where the band completed their tour and were asked to perform in Meltdown by The Cure's Robert Smith.
Reception
The song was well received with The Quietus saying that it "is an acceptable statement of intent", while the NME said that the song is one where they "mourn for man growing tired, old, forgotten and being sold. But rather than collapsing under the weight of the sorrow of how 'there is no theory of everything', the band gloriously rise from the ashes driven by their hardened will just to exist and grow stronger."
Personnel
'Manic Street Preachers'
* James Dean Bradfield lead vocals, guitar, keyboards
* Nicky Wire bass guitar
* Sean Moore drums
Charts
References
Category:2018 singles
Category:2018 songs
Category:Manic Street Preachers songs
Category:Songs written by Sean Moore (musician)
Category:Songs written by Nicky Wire
Category:Songs written by James Dean Bradfield
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