DISCOGRAPHY SONG LYRICS, VIDEOS & FAN REVIEWS

Dive into the captivating world of Madness and explore their extensive discography. Easily search for your favourite songs, from timeless hits to hidden gems, and rediscover the band’s magic. Learn about the songwriters, uncovering the inspirations and stories that shaped these iconic tracks. Sing along with access to lyrics for all your favourite tunes. Each song includes a detailed history, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into their creation. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to their sound, this exploration will enrich your musical experience. Dive in and let Madness take you on a journey through time and creativity.

Madness’s music is more than just a collection of songs. It reflects life’s journey, capturing moments of joy, heartache, and everything. Their clever lyrics and unforgettable melodies create a personal connection, whether you’re reminiscing about past experiences or finding solace in their words. Madness offers a soundtrack that resonates with your life.

Enhance your experience with many music videos, live performances, and behind-the-scenes footage. Watch the band bring their songs to life on stage and in the studio, and get a glimpse of their creative process. Whether it’s an energetic live show or a nostalgic music video, you’ll feel the infectious energy and charisma that Madness is known for.

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Grey Day

Grey Day

Mike wrote "the song "Grey Day" before the band became a success in the UK music scene. The first performance came back in 1978 at Acklam Hall, when the band was known as "The North London Invaders."
Beginners 101

Beginners 101

Barson, the band's strongest songwriter, has once again delivered a classic Madness track with a beautiful melody reminiscent of "The Sun and the Rain" or "Sugar and Spice." The lyrics explore themes of criminal activity, having fun, and ...
Set Me Free (Let Me Be)

Set Me Free (Let Me Be)

With his fifth composition on the album, Foreman presents a smooth yet dark track that instantly immerses you into the shadows of lockdown, evoking images of watching the sun and the moon and the seasons pass from the window of an empty room. ...
Taller Than You Are

Taller Than You Are

Mark: Ever since Goliath got one in the eye and Jack chopped down the beanstalk, being tall hasn't had too many advantages. OK professional basketball players might disagree. But tell me: Why do ten huge men have to play on such a ...
Samantha

Samantha

Deceives the Eye

Deceives the Eye

"Deceives the Eye" tells the true story of Chris Foreman being out and about with Thommo and Mike in Luton and finding himself on the wrong side of the law. "A few of us enjoyed the pleasures of shoplifting," Chris explains.
The Last Rag And Bone Man 

The Last Rag And Bone Man 

Sweetest Girl

Sweetest Girl

Israelites

Israelites

Mike: I was with my brother Dan, we were on our pushbikes, it was the school summer holidays of 1968. We were slowly making our way out of the grime of North London on the long journey to our holiday destination, a railway cottage in Santon ...
No Money

No Money

If I Didn’t Care

If I Didn’t Care

Promises Promises

Promises Promises

Disappear

Disappear

"Disappear" is a track composed by Suggs and Bedders for the Madness album "Absolutely". It is considered to be their most melodic creation and has a Motown-inspired sound. The song begins with a beautiful piano melody from Barson and ...
I Chase The Devil AKA Ironshirt

I Chase The Devil AKA Ironshirt

Suggs: I first heard this track on a Lee Perry compilation - it was the last track on a four CD set and what a tremendous thing it is. The music, as always where Mr. Perry is concerned, sounded like it had come from outer space, as did Max ...
Shadow on the House

Shadow on the House

On the Beat Pete

On the Beat Pete

'On The Beat Pete' is a lively and energetic ska song crafted by Lee Thompson. The song follows the life of a local police officer, Pete, as he goes about his day. With a playful nod to the style of Ian Dury, the song's lyrics list various ...
Lola

Lola

Lee: 20 years after its release, Chris & myself wrote our inspired version, 'Mistress, Mistress' - it sounded fab but, as agent 1 would say, 'this song is available absolutely nowhere!' Lola obviously had an unearthly effect on myself as ...
Blue Skinned Beast

Blue Skinned Beast

In The Hall Of The Mountain King

In The Hall Of The Mountain King

Instrumental
In My Street

In My Street

This track, unearthed from the archives of the past five years, was penned by Suggs and reflects on living in the same house for 40 years. It first emerged during the 2018 Arena Tour and the 2019 XL Tour. Unfortunately, the track lacks any ...

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