Bonfire Night Playlist v2.0
Remember, remember the Fifth of November,
The Gunpowder Treason and Plot,
I see no reason
Why the Gunpowder Treason
Should ever be forgot.
Guy Fawkes, Guy Fawkes, t’was his intent
To blow up the King and Parli’ment.
Three-score barrels of powder below
To prove old England’s overthrow;
By God’s providence he was catch’d
With a dark lantern and burning match.
Holloa boys, holloa boys, let the bells ring.
Holloa boys, holloa boys, God save the King
If this doesn’t tickle you fancy this early November period, here are some songs related to the wonder that is ‘Bonfire Night’.
Fireworks by Kate Walsh
With some fantastic lyrics all about how crap Bonfire Night is (‘It’s the 5th and these fireworks make me blue’) this mellow offering is perfectly suited to those wishing to stay in on the 5th of November curled in a blanket with a nice hot drink.
Firestarter by The Prodigy
Inevitably when you go to watch your local fireworks display there will be a bloke there who’s role that evening is to be the ‘twisted firestarter’.
Light My Fire by Will Young
What’s that Mr Young, you’re going to ‘Try to set the night on fire’. Someone make sure this man doesn’t get anywhere near a sparkler.
Fire Water Burn by The Bloodhound Gang
‘We don’t need no water, let the motherfucker burn, burn motherfucker, burn.’ The perfect tips on how to deal with your very own bonfire.
Relight My Fire by Take That
If a sudden gust of wind ruins your night, don’t fret. Gary Barlow, or failing that Lulu will be close on hand to relight that fire.
Just Watch the Fireworks by Jimmy Eat World
Taken from debut album ‘Clarity’, this 7minute track hits all the right spots as we’re treated to slow guitar lead verses accompanied by the odd bit of violin leading up to a massive crescendo of drums and guitar.
Bluebells by Patrick Wolf
This song samples the sound of a firework throughout its’ duration and in the video. This isn’t the only reason it’s included, the song is incredible.
Fireworks by Embrace
This track is handy for those wishing to go out with a bang. Literally as listening to this song will probably result in a suicide.
Song for Guy by Elton John
Not really a Bonfire Night related song, but you can see the link……
