Bedtime for Democracy

Dead Kennedys

Bedtime for Democracy

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH

Track Listing

1. Take This Job and Shove It Meaning 1:24 2. Hop With the Jet Set 2:06 3. Dear Abby Meaning 1:09 4. Rambozo the Clown 2:24 5. Fleshdunce Meaning 1:29 6. The Great Wall Meaning 1:32 7. Shrink Meaning 1:44 8. Triumph of the Swill Meaning 2:16 9. Macho Insecurity Meaning 1:29 10. I Spy Meaning 2:29 11. Cesspools in Eden Meaning 5:54 12. One-Way Ticket to Pluto 1:38 13. Do the Slag 1:36 14. A Commercial Meaning 1:32 15. Gone With My Wind 1:42 16. Anarchy for Sale Meaning 1:18 17. Chickenshit Conformist Meaning 5:58 18. Where Do Ya Draw the Line Meaning 2:38 19. Potshot Heard Round the World Meaning 2:10 20. D.M.S.O. Meaning 2:09 21. Lie Detector Meaning 3:41

Historical Archive

Released in 1986, 'Bedtime for Democracy' is the fourth studio album by the punk rock band Dead Kennedys. The album showcases the band's signature sound, characterized by fast tempos, biting lyrics, and a mix of punk rock and surf rock influences. Lyrically, it addresses political and social issues, reflecting the band's disillusionment with American society during the Reagan era. The album is often noted for its satirical commentary on contemporary politics and culture, solidifying Dead Kennedys' status as a significant voice in the punk movement.