It's A Mistake by Men at Work

Album: Cargo (1983)

Charted: 33 6

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This song was written during the Cold War between the US and Russia (The U.S.S.R.) and is about what would happen if the arms buildup resulted in a nuclear war.
The line, "They've gone and grabbed old Ronnie" is a reference to US president Ronald Reagan. >>>
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Curt from MissouriIn the video for "It's a Mistake" by Men at Work, is that a C3PO action figure riding around at the beginning?
Brian from Boston, MaMen at work had some good songs.The problem is in my opinion like everything else in the 80's the songs were overproduced.Sometimes simple arrangements are best.
Pete from Boston, MaFirst 45 I ever bought!
Robertico from Miami, FlI LOVE this song (It's a Mistake) and Men At Work Kick Butt

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