Pulp Share New Song “Begging for Change”
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by Kiana MicklesFebruary 20, 2026
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Pulp has released a new song, *“Begging for Change,”* as part of War Child UK’s charity album *Help(2),* which is set to be released on March 6. This track serves as their contribution to the benefit compilation, following their donation of their 1995 Mercury Prize winnings to the organization. The band’s frontman Jarvis Cocker recently hinted at further contributions, saying, “Thirty years ago we gave our Mercury Prize (and the prize money) to War Child. This year we have given more. How much more? You’ll have to wait and see…”
The *Help(2)* album is a modern take on the original *Help!* compilation from 1995, which featured iconic acts like Oasis, Paul McCartney, and Radiohead. That album raised £1.25 million for children affected by the Bos
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Originally published on Pitchfork on 2/20/2026