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Bronski Beat - Smalltown Boy ORIGINAL VIDEO

Bronski Beat - Smalltown Boy ORIGINAL VIDEO

Bronski Beat's iconic song, "Smalltown Boy," released in 1984, touched the hearts of listeners by addressing the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ youth in a small, close-minded community. The accompanying music video resonated with audiences worldwide for its poignant storytelling and thought-provoking visuals.

Lead singer and co-founder of Bronski Beat, Jimmy Somerville, with his distinct falsetto, carried the emotive vocals that captured the longing and struggle of the song's protagonist. The band's other members, Steve Bronski and Larry Steinbachek, provided the synthesizers and electronic beats that complemented Somerville's impassioned delivery.

The original video for "Smalltown Boy" portrays the isolation and desperation faced by a young gay man living in a small town. Directed by Bernard Rose, it shows the protagonist being rejected by his family and tormented by locals. He eventually escapes his oppressive environment, finding acceptance and freedom among a community of like-minded individuals.

To relive the powerful experience of "Smalltown Boy" and access more music from Bronski Beat, you can play and download their sounds on various platforms. Immerse yourself in the heartfelt lyrics and the band's synth-infused melodies that have continued to resonate with listeners for over three decades.

Alone on a platform
Alone on a platform
Always a lonely boy
And as hard as they would try
As they put you down
But the answers you seek
But you never cried to them
Cry, boy, cry...
In a little black case
In a little black case
Just to your soul
Just to your soul
No, you never cried to them
On a sad and lonely face
On a sad and lonely face
Pushed around and kicked around
Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away
Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away
Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away
Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away
Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away
That they'd talk about around town
The love that you need
The wind and the rain
The wind and the rain
They'd hurt to make you cry
Why you had to leave
With everything you own
You leave in the morning
You were the one

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