Ulysses
Franz Ferdinand
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While I sit in here, a sentimental face stares And a voice says hi, so So what you gotta what you gotta disdain. C'mon let's get high C'mon look so, you got next oh, Walk 25 miles oh Well I'm bored I'm bored. C'mon let's get high. C'mon let's get high. C'mon let's get high. High. Well I found a new way I found a new way. C'mon doll and use me; I don't need your sympathy. Ulysses I'll find a new way I'll find a new way, baby. I'm not Ulysses, I'm boy Ulysses No, but you are now, boy. So sinister, so sinister, Last night was wild. What's a matter there, feeling kinda anxious? That hot blood, grew cold. Yeah everyone, everybody knows it. Yeah everyone, everybody know it. Everybody knows I Ulysses I'll find a new way. I'll find a new way, baby. Ulysses I'll find a new way. Well I'll find a new way, baby. Oh, Oh, then suddenly you know You're never going home You're never [Repeat: x6] You're never going home. Not Ulysses, baby. No, You're not Ulysses
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Written by: Alexander Paul Kapranos Huntley, Nicholas John McCarthy, Paul Robert Thompson, Robert Hardy
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27 facts about this song
Album Release"Ulysses" is the opening track on the album 'Tonight: Franz Ferdinand', which was released in 2009.
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Song ReleaseIt was released as the lead single of the album on January 2, 2009.
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Genre ClassificationThe song belongs to the indie rock genre, a style of music that developed in the late 1970s and gained popularity in the 2000s.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 20 on the UK Singles Chart and number 20 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart in the United States.
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Song DurationThe duration of "Ulysses" is 3 minutes and 10 seconds.
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InspirationThe title of the song references the main character from James Joyce's novel 'Ulysses', and the lyrics are about exploring and experiencing life to its fullest.
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Music VideoThe music video, directed by thirtytwo, cast bass player Robert Hardy as Ulysses, and shows the band members in a surreal trip around their town, mirroring the song's adventurous lyrics.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was generally well-received by critics, praising its catchy rhythm and notable departure from the band's previous works.
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Live Performances"Ulysses" was often performed at concerts and music festivals, making it a favourite among fans.
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Unique InstrumentationThe song is noted for its unique instrumentation which includes a vintage organ, adding a new dimension to the sound the band is known for.
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SongwritingBand members Alex Kapranos, Nicholas McCarthy, Robert Hardy, and Paul Thomson are credited with writing the song.
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Production"Ulysses" was produced by Dan Carey, who has worked with other notable artists like Hot Chip and Bat For Lashes.
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Album Information"Ulysses" is part of the album "Tonight: Franz Ferdinand" which is the third studio album by Scottish indie rock band Franz Ferdinand.
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Chart PerformanceIt was released as the lead single of the album and reached number 20 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of the band's highest-charting songs.
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Song BackgroundThe song's title, "Ulysses," is a reference to the hero of Homer’s epic poem "The Odyssey." It represents the journey and the adventure aspect connoted in the song.
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Musical StyleThe song is synonymous with the band's signature art-rock style, characterized by tight, rhythmic, dance-rock constructions. It often gets a mixed comparison with 1980's pop and post-punk influences.
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Release Date"Ulysses" was released on January 19, 2009.
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Song LengthThe track runs for approximately 3 minutes and 9 seconds.
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Songwriting CreditsBand members Alex Kapranos and Nick McCarthy are credited with writing the song.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Ulysses" was directed by thirtytwo, composed of Will Lovelace and Dylan Southern, who have worked with Franz Ferdinand on many of their other videos.
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Live PerformanceThe first live performance of "Ulysses" took place at a secret gig in Limerick, Ireland, in 2008.
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Recording DetailsThe album, including "Ulysses," was recorded in a townhouse in Glasgow.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was well-received by critics and was commended for its catchy hook.
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Lyrics AnalysisThe lyrics of "Ulysses" deal with the theme of temptation and pushing one's own boundaries.
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Production CreditsThe song is produced by Dan Carey along with the members of Franz Ferdinand.
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B-Side TracksThe 7" and CD singles of "Ulysses" contain the B-side track "Anyone in Love".
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Notable PerformancesThe song was performed live by the band on "Late Show with David Letterman" and "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno".
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