Rebellion (Lies)

Arcade Fire

About Rebellion (Lies)

"Rebellion (Lies)" is a song by Canadian indie rock band Arcade Fire. It was the fourth single released from the band's debut album, Funeral. The single was released in both CD and DVD formats with the song "Brazil" as the B-side. The single peaked at number 19 on the UK singles chart, the band's best performance on this chart to date. On the album Funeral, "Rebellion (Lies)" immediately follows the song "Haiti", the ending of which has the same bass beat and leads right into the beginning of "Rebellion (Lies)". The song has enduringly been the band's closing song at appearances at music festivals and at the end of most of their shows. In October 2011, British pop singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor released a cover in support of Songs to Save a Life, a benefit project in aid of Samaritans. 


Year:
2004
5:10
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Sleeping is giving in,
No matter what the time is.
Sleeping is giving
In, so lift those heavy eyelids.
People say that you'll die faster than without water.
But we know it's just a lie,
Scare your son and scare your daughter.
People say that your dreams are the only things that save ya.
Come on baby in our dreams,
We can live our misbehavior.
Every time you close your eyes lies, lies!
People try and hide the night underneath the covers.
People try and hide the light underneath the covers.

Come on hide your lovers
Underneath the covers.
Come on hide your lovers
Underneath the covers.
Hidin' from your brothers underneath the covers,
Come on hide your lovers underneath the covers.
People say that you'll die faster than without water,
But we know it's just a lie, scare your son, scare your daughter
Now here's the sun, it's alright!
Now here's the moon, it's alright!
Now here's the sun, it's alright!
Now here's the moon, it's alright!
But every time you close your eyes, lies!

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Arcade Fire

Arcade Fire is an indie rock band based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, consisting of husband and wife duo of Win Butler and Régine Chassagne, along with Will Butler, Richard Reed Parry, Tim Kingsbury, Jeremy Gara, and Sarah Neufeld. The band came to prominence in 2004 with the release of their critically acclaimed debut album Funeral. more »

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Written by: Howard Bilerman, Regine Chassagne, Richard R Parry, Tim Kingsbury, Win Butler

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7 facts about this song

Song Composition & Release
"Rebellion (Lies)" is a song by Canadian indie rock band Arcade Fire from their debut album 'Funeral' in 2004. - It was released as a single in 2005 and received significant airplay, helping to increase the band's popularity.
Chart Performance
The song was a commercial success. It peaked at number 19 on the UK Singles Chart. - In Ireland, the song reached the top 50, peaking at number 43.
Critical Acclaim
"Rebellion (Lies)" received widespread critical acclaim upon its release. - The song has remained one of Arcade Fire's most popular and is often considered one of the best songs of the 2000s. - It was placed at number 17 in NME's list of the top 150 songs of the previous 15 years in 2011.
Song Meaning and Lyrics
The song's lyrics revolve around the theme of breaking free from societal norms and expectations, reflected in the rebellious title. - The lead singer Win Butler has explained it as a song about growing up and maturing, and fighting against the lies that adults tell children.
Music Video
A music video for "Rebellion (Lies)" was released and features black-and-white footage of the band playing the song live. - The video was directed by Plates Animation, and it carries an eerie, surreal aesthetic matching the artistic style of Arcade Fire.
Live Performances
Arcade Fire has often performed this song at their concerts, and it has become a fan favorite. - During live performances of the song, the band has been known to incorporate local musicians and artists to add unique elements to the performance.
Covers and in Popular Culture
"Rebellion (Lies)" was used in the opening credits of the film 'The Box' in 2009. - It was also used in the trailer for the independent film, 'A Ghost Story' in 2017. - The band The Fray has covered the song, and it was featured on a tribute album to Arcade Fire.

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