Teenage Angst
Placebo
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Shine the headlight Straight into my eyes Like the roadkill I'm paralyzed You see through my disguise At the drive in Double feature Pull the lever Break the fever And say your last goodbyes Since I was born I started to decay Now nothing ever ever goes my way One fluid gesture Like stepping back in time Trapped in amber Petrified And still not satisfied Airs and social graces Elocution so divine I'll stick to my needle And my favorite waste of time Both spineless and sublime Since I was born I started to decay Now nothing ever ever goes my way
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Written by: BRIAN MOLKO, STEFAN OLSDAL, ROBERT SCHULTZBERG
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14 facts about this song
Album Fact"Teenage Angst" is from Placebo's self-titled debut album that was released in 1996.
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Chart Performance FactThe song achieved modest chart success, reaching #30 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Song Composition FactIt's known for the its repetitive melody and catchy lyrics, which helped in popularizing the band's unique sound.
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Music Video FactThere's an interesting music video for "Teenage Angst," directed by Howard Greenhalgh, which features the band members in a white maze while performing the song.
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Band Formation FactBrian Molko and Stefan Olsdal, two of the three members of Placebo, actually knew each other from school before they formed the band. "Teenage Angst" is one of the songs that helped define their early sound.
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Lyrics FactThe lyrics to "Teenage Angst" reflect a rebellious and somewhat nihilistic view of the world, which resonated with many young listeners at the time.
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Performance FactOne of the most iconic performances of "Teenage Angst" was at the 1997 Reading Festival where Placebo played a highly praised concert.
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Song Inspiration FactAccording to Brian Molko, the lead singer, the song was inspired by the disillusionment they felt in their teenage years.
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Critical Acclaim FactThe song is frequently noted by critics as one of the stand-out tracks from Placebo's debut album.
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Cultural Impact Fact"Teenage Angst" has since been used in a variety of media platforms including film, television, and video games, demonstrating its enduring appeal.
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Track Listing Fact"Teenage Angst" is the fifth track on their debut album.
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Rerelease FactIn 2016, the song was remastered and re-released for the 20th anniversary of the album.
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Live Performances FactDespite the song's age, it is still often performed by Placebo in their live shows.
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Song Duration FactThe duration of the song is 2 minutes and 42 seconds.
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