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what were some early recordings by The Jam?
On 29 April 1977, Polydor released the Jam's debut single, In the City, which charted in the Top 40 in the UK.
was In the City by The Jam popular?
In the City reached No. 40 on the UK Singles Chart in May 1977.
Did In the City by The Jam win any awards?
what type of music was In the City by The Jam?
The Jam's In the City is Punk rock and mod revival.
where did the Jam record their songs
The Jam's debut album was recorded at Stratford Place, London.
is there any other interesting information about the Jam's early recordings?
The Jam's early recordings had political lyrics, condemning police brutality (In the City) and expansionist development (Bricks And Mortar).

Question: what were some political lyrics in their songs?
Self-contained rewrite: what were some political lyrics in the Jam's songs?