This era still cold war I belive that in turn created fun music to lighten mood, upbeat songs like this with serious lyrics, and good slower songs. In a way fear of war brought out the artists and passion.
Because you needed genuine talent back then - something that is still present today but diluted by the not-so-good artists who hide behind autotune & production tricks. Notice how songs had lots of different sections back then? 50% of today's output is just the same thing looped over & over. Jingles as opposed to songs.
@@MGrayl-ib5fo 100% This seems to have happened since the turn of the millennia. During the 1990s there were still some great bands creating their awesome songs. For example - Roxette and Bryan Adams.
With the tensions going on in the world. All the world leaders should be sent a copy of this inspirational record. The Message is in the Music. Robert from Manchester
I think those tensions are bad. I mean, if something is stretched too far, it sooner or later cracks. So they should loosen up those ties that bind them“
2 года назад+7
Especially those leaders who have enough weapons to impose their interests and resolve any dispute by force. Regards from Argentina.
No. The world leaders know exactly what they want and act accordingly. Reminders are acts of foolish futility. Indeed they are merely reserved for the artistic types.
Escuchando esta sublime melodía, con audífonos, mientras todos a mi alrededor pasan como autómatas, en mall Plaza del Trébol, Talcahuano, Chile. Atte, un ochentero de corazón, que nació en 1967 y que ahora con 56 años, añora esa irrepetible década.- 🥺😪😔☎️📺📷📸🎸🎷📻🎧👍🏻👏🏻🙂🇨🇱
J'étais dans ma salle de bain et j'ai commencé à fredonner cette chanson. Une mélodie toute droite sortie de ma mémoire d'adolescente. Je l'adore toujours autant 🎶🙏🎶
I purchased this album when it came out.. I was a fann of the band.. and still am.. I was in the Army at the time - 1989... Then I learned I was going to be deployed to IRAQ (gulf war)... I did not want to be a hero... But i was going to pull the trigger. That was my job. i had no questions about it.... i still like the song
Absolutely fantastic as some of other songs from the same team. Keep in mind, that was the time of great style which included fashion, presentation and synth pop. Analog synthesizers and other instruments added icing to the cake of wonderful and unforgettable lyrics and voices. Comparing to 2023 which is nothing less than a garbage, 80's are time to remember forever!! Even though I like Jazz, I will settle for Hates Jazz anytime. Thank you for such wonderful music, I miss you!!!
What do you mean this is an anti America song. Only this country gives you the right to say such outrageous things about it that’s why America is great.
Great song! I wish there were more songs like this nowadays. I'd gotten used to that kind of music when I my father played almost every day. I am so grateful for this!
Cada vez que escucho ésta maravillosa música confirmo más y más que a los 'musicos' actuales se les acabó la inspiración para escribir buenas letras y hacer arreglos como éstos...
The way they worked with the sound of the synthesizers, the super expansive and spatial acoustics they used, was unique, and they did it with all the instruments. I think that at that time they found a way, through sound mixing, to give soul and power to electronic instruments, so that they wouldn't sound like an empty, square can. In addition, there were the voices of the singers, which had to be special for this type of sound. Today, sadly, they do not use this type of arrangement, except for very independent and niche bands (Hurts and his spectacular "Wonderful Life" comes to mind). The good thing about all this is the identification with the 80s that we all find when listening to this type of sound. It is a true journey back in time to a happier and more sincere era.
I agree. Great bass sound. I don't think it's a Hofner bass we're hearing but it's got that low end thing will some lovely harmonics on the top end. Almost bassoon like overtones. Bi amped whist recording, or whatever, it's a superb bass sound.
Una de mis csnciones favoritas,La musica que se escucha hoy no tiene trascendencia ,Los 80 siempre sera recordada como la epoca dorada ,saludos desde Argentina.
I absolutely loved this song too just as much as Shattered Dreams. So crazy how i didn't get the deeper message to this song back in 1988. We teens of the 80s were so absorbed in the fun and greatness of the 80s we sometimes missed it behind the catchy tunes and dance melodies. God i miss the 80s
Oh, send me off to war With a gun in my hand But I won't pull the trigger Our destiny is here Beneath the red, white and blue So lead me to the slaughter Now don't be afraid Come and join the parade For the ultimate in sacrifice It's an old-fashioned story Of hope and of glory A ticket for taking a life I, I don't want to be a hero I don't want to die for you I don't want to be a hero Oh send me off to war In a far away land I never knew existed Subject me to the truth To the horror and pain Until my mind is twisted And what if I fail Will you put me in jail For a murder I will not commit? 'Cause you don't understand Till there's blood on your hands That it's time to forget and forgive I, I don't want to be a hero I don't want to die for you I don't want to be a hero And those who return Come back only to learn That they're hated by those who they love 'cos you're not satisfied Till the thousand will die And your anger is paid for in blood I, I don't want to be a hero I don't want to die for you I don't want to be a hero
I thought this was a romantic song as always, but it's really political! If you could hear clearly more than the chorus part it would be very refreshing on the radio with a positive political message amidst all the meaningless romantic shit songs out there. :-)
I know idea about the lyrics here. Thus is an incredibly well written song if this written by Lennon or George Micheal or Freddie it would be rightfully celebrated. It is a shame it is not. JHJ where a great group
Possibly the best anti-war song from a time when the UK wasn't at war. I know far too many school/college friends that will never return home from wars that few of them really understood.
I just wish Johnny Hates Jazz had done more albums. Brilliant pop music with intelligent lyrics, great singing and musicianship.
They're still active and had an acclaimed album in 2013 and put another out in 2020
@@QGDeclinedthe new stuff is ok but lacks the reverb and epic polished production of these hits. A bit too dry.
They should have made it more 80s
@@jokerfleckcast3196 They don't want to sound like they did in the 1980's. What would the point of that be?
Check out Magnetized and Wide Awake. Great albums!
1980s was the best decade for music! Hands down
If you are here in 2020, you like real music
I hope you have a Nice 2020
can i come with you time machine ready to go
Oooh, that comment aged badly! 😂 thankfully this great song didn't. 🙂
@@PhilOsGarage omg i am over 50 yo now and is still like this song...
@@PhilOsGarage yeah, this year sucks with this occuring pandemic
We LOVE real music
Greetings from Brazil
Always wonder why 80’s this decade could create such a huge number of fabulous musics?
This era still cold war I belive that in turn created fun music to lighten mood, upbeat songs like this with serious lyrics, and good slower songs. In a way fear of war brought out the artists and passion.
Because you needed genuine talent back then - something that is still present today but diluted by the not-so-good artists who hide behind autotune & production tricks. Notice how songs had lots of different sections back then? 50% of today's output is just the same thing looped over & over. Jingles as opposed to songs.
@@MGrayl-ib5fo 100% This seems to have happened since the turn of the millennia. During the 1990s there were still some great bands creating their awesome songs. For example - Roxette and Bryan Adams.
It's amazing how they manage to write a pop political song.....one of the best bands in this decade and ever! Wish we had more songs from them!!
"And what if I fail
Will you put me in jail
For a murder, I will not commit?"
I especially love that part of the lyrics, so powerful!
I just wanna go back to the 80's and stay there forever😧😧😧
Me too😆😅
Ooooh my god wonderful music to clean sould2020 i love this music
@@nitoff2312 take me with you!
Dude, you're focusing on things you can't control. Now wonder why you are so sad.
80s music and clothes are fantastic i'm all 31 i wear 80s clothes 💜
These guys created some beautiful songs and this was one of them. I just wish we had this back again today. I miss the 80's
You have cds and RUclips i love and live in the 80s
Me too...
Look up fazzio death race or lost in thoughts both good songs FM attack which are bands race or darkwave/ synthwave
nothing beats the eighties
@@fermincastro7094 ⁰p0
With the tensions going on in the world. All the world leaders should be sent a copy of this inspirational record. The Message is in the Music. Robert from Manchester
In fact the politicians must be sent into wars they organise to commit war crimes around the world.
Jail the war criminals!
I think those tensions are bad. I mean, if something is stretched too far, it sooner or later cracks. So they should loosen up those ties that bind them“
Especially those leaders who have enough weapons to impose their interests and resolve any dispute by force. Regards from Argentina.
No. The world leaders know exactly what they want and act accordingly. Reminders are acts of foolish futility. Indeed they are merely reserved for the artistic types.
Escuchando esta sublime melodía, con audífonos, mientras todos a mi alrededor pasan como autómatas, en mall Plaza del Trébol, Talcahuano, Chile.
Atte, un ochentero de corazón, que nació en 1967 y que ahora con 56 años, añora esa irrepetible década.-
🥺😪😔☎️📺📷📸🎸🎷📻🎧👍🏻👏🏻🙂🇨🇱
The production of 80's pop was so much much better than the trash out there today.
Phenomenal. The message is timeless. Such an incredible song and band.
Yes, it gets more current with time passing! Quite current indeed...
Absolutely!!!
Just Great!
UK , the best of pop music!!!
This era was the best
One of the best songs from the 80's
Johnny Hates Jazz were amazing.
Juppalieu what about The Pet Shop Boys? Hehe
tell name of some other music like this
@@seanmomo2947and human league to
They still are! Check out their last two albums Magnetized and Wide Awake!
✨1987 has really awesome effects🤩
I know right especially this one
J'étais dans ma salle de bain et j'ai commencé à fredonner cette chanson. Une mélodie toute droite sortie de ma mémoire d'adolescente. Je l'adore toujours autant 🎶🙏🎶
I love this group, man I miss the 80’s
You’re not the only one man
Now this is music.Wish the 80's would come back.
Press rewind
Love to,but can’t
Muratori saluti sabato muratori
Lunedì
All of a sudden, this song seems scarily relevant again.....
R.A.G. M.A.R just what I was thinking
i was just thinking that
The world is so scary now....
@@leanneb9529 illness is even worse than war. Thank you CHINA!!
This song id for young people. Please dont go to the war. Dont kill anybody dont be their héro do not die for him.
I bought this album in Argentina in 1988. One of my favorites.
🙂
Was that in the middle of the Falklands War?? Wow! How poignant.
@@crystalidentity 1988, not 1982
Great voice and song, classic forever.
I miss miss the 80s. I need a time machine to take me back
Shattered dreams,turn back the
Clock,don’t say it’s love classics ❤this one also
I purchased this album when it came out.. I was a fann of the band.. and still am.. I was in the Army at the time - 1989... Then I learned I was going to be deployed to IRAQ (gulf war)... I did not want to be a hero... But i was going to pull the trigger. That was my job. i had no questions about it.... i still like the song
68yrs old and love this song, great beat...
80s a time pure aspiration and drive to succeed!
I haven’t heard this track in decades. How am I able to instantly remember all of the lyrics, yet not remember what I went in the kitchen for?
Happen all the time lol
WOW! My sentiments exactly!
Don't feel bad , you're not alone. 😂😂
Soooooooo true !!!!
My mum had this cassette in her car in the 80's, we used to play it on loop - such a great album.
You mean-Turn Back the Clock album!
One of the best bands in the 80's.Many good songs.👍
The message of this song is so relevant again!
Les années 80 des années magiques. Aujourd'hui une époque tragique.
Absolutely fantastic as some of other songs from the same team.
Keep in mind, that was the time of great style which included fashion, presentation and synth pop.
Analog synthesizers and other instruments added icing to the cake of wonderful and unforgettable lyrics and voices.
Comparing to 2023 which is nothing less than a garbage, 80's are time to remember forever!!
Even though I like Jazz, I will settle for Hates Jazz anytime.
Thank you for such wonderful music, I miss you!!!
What an incredible song when you listen to the lyrics. And even though this song came out years ago its message still holds true today.
So melodic with burst of energy. Brings back happy youth!
magnifique chanson belle musique tres beau souvenir bravo johnny hates jazz
Johnny Hates Jazz one of favorite acts from the 80s - Classy 80s music they made, brilliant
I wish the 80s would come back as the music is so much better than the music of today
Amen!
the 80s will be back in 59 years time
Yeah!!!!! Me too. Classics 80’s music is worth relishing and reminiscing about in this uncertain millennium 2021.
The musics gone nowhere
That because we get old. One day slap your bitch up be all the thing
Man that album Turn Back the Clock was brilliant. Great great pop music.
I don't get tired of listening, that's music! In the past, songs were made with feelings that touched the soul and heart.
80's music is the Best era ín my life
Fresh and lovely songs excellent band
Oh how I wish I could go back to 1984-1994 and just restart 😀
The feelings i get from music like this are just beautiful
This song should be played now, it still has the power to send a message.
Just now? How about before then?
Terry Bowles a song like this sends a message wish it was on radio today
Terry Bowles exactly
What do you mean this is an anti America song. Only this country gives you the right to say such outrageous things about it that’s why America is great.
Yes it is a staple on Manila's 104.3 FM2
1988 through the early 1990's, some of the best music that made great memories of my prime. Cranked that music up!
This is still one of my all-time favorite cuts. Their music catalog is still so incredible after all of these beautiful years.😎😎😎
Great song! I wish there were more songs like this nowadays. I'd gotten used to that kind of music when I my father played almost every day. I am so grateful for this!
*Never before has singing about conscientious objector status been so musically upbeat and catchy!*
I thought something similar when I heard this as well lol
I agree 👍
Your comment is inappropriate,
@Michael Davidson huh ???
conscientious objecting on the dance floor
I love Johnny Hates jazz songs.
I'm also)❣️ talented singer 💙
Me too.
I love jonh song
@Steve qaàqaà1a111111a1àaq1
The genre at the time was Sophisti-pop. It combined pop and jazz.
Cada vez que escucho ésta maravillosa música confirmo más y más que a los 'musicos' actuales se les acabó la inspiración para escribir buenas letras y hacer arreglos como éstos...
Así se habla , se nota que tienes gusto , saludos
@@carlosizquierdo3618 ambos tienen razón.. los clásicos son eternos.. bendiciones para ti desde México
muy cierto , insuperable década 70/80 !!!
La mejor época de la música...y este trío tiene un estilo tan elegante y sofisticado, que se hace tan escuchable..y sus letras únicas.
Marcaron una época irrepetible con una música motivadora , original , con clase y difícil de olvidar.
only the 80s can produce hits like this
One of my favorite 80's songs.
I’m forever grateful to my parents who exposed me to the music of this age, 80s music will forever hold a place in my heart
WELCOME TO THE REAL MUSIC!!!
The way they worked with the sound of the synthesizers, the super expansive and spatial acoustics they used, was unique, and they did it with all the instruments. I think that at that time they found a way, through sound mixing, to give soul and power to electronic instruments, so that they wouldn't sound like an empty, square can.
In addition, there were the voices of the singers, which had to be special for this type of sound. Today, sadly, they do not use this type of arrangement, except for very independent and niche bands (Hurts and his spectacular "Wonderful Life" comes to mind).
The good thing about all this is the identification with the 80s that we all find when listening to this type of sound. It is a true journey back in time to a happier and more sincere era.
Mike Nocito had a great bass sound on this. I don't it was hollow body Hofner but brilliantly crafted line as well.
the music of the 70's 80's and 90's you can't compare to the music of todays 2020/21
Never realised in the day how powerful this song was
That bass is so good
I agree. Great bass sound. I don't think it's a Hofner bass we're hearing but it's got that low end thing will some lovely harmonics on the top end. Almost bassoon like overtones. Bi amped whist recording, or whatever, it's a superb bass sound.
He is gorgeous! Been listening to this album on repeat. Cant get enough!
Beyond gorgeous!
Il migliore pezzo di questa Band !!!
In my opinion, this is Johnny Hates Jazz's best track out of their entire music catalog.
Shattered dreams as well
Alexander The Great Turn back the clock is one of their greatest too.
Alexander The Great Not to sound controversial, but my fav is "turn back the clock".
absolutely brilliant !!!
the lyrics are just as amazing as the music
Una de mis csnciones favoritas,La musica que se escucha hoy no tiene trascendencia ,Los 80 siempre sera recordada como la epoca dorada ,saludos desde Argentina.
That whole Turn Back The Clock album is worth checking out. Great music!
I absolutely agree love the 80s and the music
I got the feeling I will never finish to discover the 80's.. discoveries go on and on and on ;)
Another great 80s tune. It's just fun.
106.3 KHAT Lincoln Nebraska’s 10 in a row station played this….summer 1988! Great hit!
I was 14 when JHJ came out + at 50 still a massive fan, great music is timeless!!
I used to play him during my high school days. I’m 24 now
@@JonathanBrandonBissoo that's amazing, wish I'd of seen that!!
Lo mejor fue esa época sin duda saludos desde Buenos Aires Argentina
Song is still with me everyday. I’m 37 and this track still ticks all the boxes. Just decent music with a wicked singer man
Music is so dead now
¡Que nivel!¡La grandeza no requiere propaganda!👍
I absolutely loved this song too just as much as Shattered Dreams. So crazy how i didn't get the deeper message to this song back in 1988. We teens of the 80s were so absorbed in the fun and greatness of the 80s we sometimes missed it behind the catchy tunes and dance melodies. God i miss the 80s
I still love this song!!! ❤😊
JHJ - Pioneers of slick 1980s sophisti pop.
If you made it so far you're a legend🙌🏻
Genios de la Musica.. los escuchaba en Ramos Mejía...!!!
Still a great and one of the most underpreciated songs with great lyrics.
Jamas ha sido subestimada.
Oh, send me off to war
With a gun in my hand
But I won't pull the trigger
Our destiny is here
Beneath the red, white and blue
So lead me to the slaughter
Now don't be afraid
Come and join the parade
For the ultimate in sacrifice
It's an old-fashioned story
Of hope and of glory
A ticket for taking a life
I, I don't want to be a hero
I don't want to die for you
I don't want to be a hero
Oh send me off to war
In a far away land
I never knew existed
Subject me to the truth
To the horror and pain
Until my mind is twisted
And what if I fail
Will you put me in jail
For a murder I will not commit?
'Cause you don't understand
Till there's blood on your hands
That it's time to forget and forgive
I, I don't want to be a hero
I don't want to die for you
I don't want to be a hero
And those who return
Come back only to learn
That they're hated by those who they love
'cos you're not satisfied
Till the thousand will die
And your anger is paid for in blood
I, I don't want to be a hero
I don't want to die for you
I don't want to be a hero
I thought this was a romantic song as always, but it's really political! If you could hear clearly more than the chorus part it would be very refreshing on the radio with a positive political message amidst all the meaningless romantic shit songs out there. :-)
Thank you for the lyrics here!
I know idea about the lyrics here.
Thus is an incredibly well written song if this written by Lennon or George Micheal or Freddie it would be rightfully celebrated.
It is a shame it is not.
JHJ where a great group
@@jarekvoice08legend All my life I thought this wuz a “romantic” song too...U & I LMAO 😂😂😂😂😂
Wonderful song with great lyrics! Was a hit when I served in the navy.
This song brigs back memories of growing up back in the 80s. These Guys were awesome!!!!!!!
Me too.Brings back memories of Me and my brothers growing up In The 80s.A Classic.I Play them a lot❤❤❤
Qué banda tan buena por favor! Sus canciones eran sumamente pegadizas por lo armónico y elegante de su sonido.
Possibly the best anti-war song from a time when the UK wasn't at war. I know far too many school/college friends that will never return home from wars that few of them really understood.
It was about the Falkland Islands war six years earlier.
@@timmmahhhh than came Iraq and Middle Eastand the war against terrorisim good song to inspire a new peace movement
It's all about oil. You control that. You control the world.
Migue N. get fucked. The Falklands are British and always will be. Self determination is an inalienable right.
This is an anti America song. Has nothing to do with the UK the lyrics clearly say “our destiny is here beneath the red white and blue.”
I’m back in 2021
And these music never get old😍😍😍😍😍
80,S are the best songs , the best times ...
Please take me back to the good 80s. We were much happier back then, even without a cell phone and the internet. Today's music has no soul or feeling.
Magnifique chanson, voix sublime ! Et en plus un beau message !
🙂
Phenomenal music of the 80's I'll always cherish indeed!
Buen exito, banda britanica, exito en Nostalgie. Agradable el sonido pop de los britanicos.
Fantastic song and beautiful music!
One of my 80s favourites.
Excellent, what style, tremendous song!!!
excellent beautiful and very smart, i love that song ♡♡
OMG.........I'd forgotten about this one! Adding it to my video collection!!!!
Legend
Thanks 🙏
Takes me back
Shout out from Oz
Left in the 2007
Deep and true words. Amazing song...
Fantastic song!
Merci 😘 pour le cadeau -souvenir❤
Fun and melody missing in music today. So much talented artists then. My era the fab 80s
Super ❤️ ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ to były czasy, cudowne, dzięki bardzo!!!
Wspomnienia wciaz zywe.
One of my first favourite western songs I've heard when I was a kid. Still my fav :)
That's a really good song. I like it. Now it's stuck in my head for the rest of the day.😂
Well... out of nowhere, this earworm appeared in my head! And I have a soft spot for 80s songs, although I was born in 1999.