Wroclaw, Poland indie/alt duo Oxford Drama have shared their new single “The Leader” alongside an accompanying video.
“Nobody wanted but everybody needed.” Exactly how much does this opening line from Oxford Drama’s newest single refer to the song itself?
“The Leader” is the first single promoting the duo’s upcoming new album, out this spring. Three years after releasing their third album, Oxford Drama is back with a big statement and an even bigger promise.
Political satire wrapped in a pulsating dance, “The Leader” sees Małgorzata Dryjańska and Marcin Mrówka enjoying the comfort of their own musical skins while also dipping their fingers into new sonic explorations. With this late-summer-jam-turned-societal-critique, Oxford Drama is flexing newfound confidence, bold and upfront like never before.
The song’s propelling rhythm, its narrative glimpse into modern-day absurdities, and the feeling of pure excitement all prove that even bad leadership can sometimes bring positive outcomes. Both musically and lyrically, “The Leader” is Oxford Drama at their most playful, courageous and energetic yet – a band that’s set out to achieve exactly what they’ve planned on their way to the fourth record.
Get it here and watch the video below.
Oxford Drama “The Leader” Lyrics:
Nobody wanted but everybody needed
a solid figure for generations to come
I’m acting funny, acting like a grown up
shaking hands and important words
make me a leader and pay a solid figure
transfers made to my swiss account
I’ll be the first one to only say what is true
you don’t believe me so watch for proof
what’s now
just look how I build my truth
while my empire falls
it was meant to be no use
I promise you all
I wanted only good
put you before my needs
won’t ever let you down
I’m even closer to you, not to my family
you understand all my fears and pain
what’s even funnier
you gave me my profession
no please, no need to educate
I’m just a natural, charm and good lookin’
and my smile is my secret strength
I am your leader but clock is ticking louder
give me a chance not to slip away
what’s now
just look how I build my truth
while my empire falls
I promise you all
I wanted only good
put you before my needs
won’t ever let you down
Photo credit: Nelly Valverde
