From American Songwriter · Jim Beviglia · · 40s
F-Bombs in Classic Rock Songs
Four classic rock songs dropped f-bombs without fear.
In brief
Four classic rock songs dropped f-bombs without fear. John Lennon, Harry Nilsson, Billy Joel, and Pink Floyd used f-bombs in songs from the 60s to 80s. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
John Lennon's F-Bomb
John Lennon dropped f-bombs in 'Working Class Hero' to make it raw and angry.
“You’re breakin’ my heart/You’re tearin’ it apart/So f*** you”
Harry Nilsson's F-Bomb
Harry Nilsson included an f-bomb in 'You’re Breakin’ My Heart' for the lead single.
“You’re breakin’ my heart/You’re tearin’ it apart/So f*** you”
Billy Joel's F-Bomb
Billy Joel used an f-bomb in 'Laura' during his divorce and emotional breakdown.
“feeling like a f’ing fool”
Pink Floyd's F-Bomb
Pink Floyd dropped an f-bomb in 'Not Now John' for the album The Final Cut.
“F’ all that”
What to remember
John Lennon, Harry Nilsson, Billy Joel, and Pink Floyd used f-bombs in songs from the 60s to 80s.
