Bad Mouth Lyrics
Fugazi
Lyrics
You can't be what you were
So you better start being just what you are
You can't be what you were
Time is now and it's running out
You can't be what you were
So you better start living the life
That you're talking about
You can't be what you were
No movement, no movement, no movement
In a bad mouth
It betrays a bad mind
Song & Lyrics Facts
Bad Mouth is a song by the American post-hardcore band Fugazi, released on their album Steady Diet of Nothing in 1991. The album was written and produced by the band's members Ian MacKaye (vocals, guitar), Joe Lally (bass) and Brendan Canty (drums).
It has been described as an "angry punk rock anthem" with lyrics that focus on social injustice and inequality. The song features fast-paced guitars and pounding drums and is considered one of the most iconic songs from the band. Its lyrics were written by MacKaye and are often seen as a call to action for people to speak out against injustices they see in society. Bad Mouth was released as a single in 1992, and its accompanying music video featured footage of protests and rallies.