Irish country-rock star Janet Devlin has answered a call more than thirteen years in the making with the official release of ‘Working For The Man’, a long-requested fan favourite that arrives as one of the most powerful and exhilarating tracks of her career.
Originally written when she was just 17 during a songwriting session in London with acclaimed singer-songwriter Jack Savoretti, the song has become a beloved staple of her live performances despite never receiving an official release. Now, after more than a decade of audience demand, ‘Working For The Man’ finally takes centre stage, and its message feels more relevant than ever.
Driven by jangling guitars, crashing drums, rollicking piano and her own unmistakable country-infused vocals, the track captures the frustration of feeling trapped within a system that demands everything while giving little back. Beneath its infectious energy lies a deeply personal reflection on independence, identity and the determination to carve your own path.
Passionate, rebellious and packed with infectious country-rock swagger, ‘Working For The Man’ feels like the release of a song that was simply destined to find its moment. More than a decade later, Janet Devlin finally gives it the spotlight it deserves, and it was worth every second of the wait.