End of a Century

Blur

About End of a Century

"End of a Century" is a song by alternative rock band Blur. Released in November 1994, it was the last single to be released from their third album Parklife. "End of a Century" reached number 19 on the UK Singles Chart, considered a disappointment by Andy Ross of Food Records. Albarn later stated that "End of a Century" may not have been the best choice for the album's fourth single, and that "This Is a Low" would have been a better alternative.


Year:
1994
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She says there's ants in the carpet
Dirty little monsters
Eating all the morsels
Picking up the rubbish
Give her effervescence
She needs a little sparkle
Good morning TV
You're looking so healthy

We all say "don't want to be alone"
We wear the same clothes 'cause we feel the same
We kiss with dry lips when we say goodnight
End of a century, oh, it's nothing special

Sex on the TV
Everybody's at it
The mind gets dirty
As you get closer to thirty
He gives her a cuddle
Glowing in a huddle
Good night TV
You're all made up
And you're looking like me

We all say "don't want to be alone"
We wear the same clothes 'cause we feel the same
We kiss with dry lips when we say goodnight
End of a century, oh, it's nothing special

Can you eat her, yes you can

We all say "don't want to be alone"
We wear the same clothes 'cause we feel the same
We kiss with dry lips when we say goodnight
End of a century, oh, it's nothing special

We all say "don't want to be alone"
We wear the same clothes 'cause we feel the same
We kiss with dry lips when we say goodnight
End of a century, oh, it's nothing special

Oh, end of a century, oh, it's nothing special

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Blur

Blur are an English alternative rock band. Formed in London in 1988 as Seymour, the group consists of singer/keyboardist Damon Albarn, guitarist/singer Graham Coxon, bassist Alex James and drummer Dave Rowntree. Blur's debut album Leisure (1991) incorporated the sounds of Madchester and shoegazing. Following a stylistic change influenced by English guitar pop groups such as The Kinks, The Beatles and XTC, Blur released Modern Life Is Rubbish (1993), Parklife (1994) and The Great Escape (1995). As a result, the band helped to popularise the Britpop genre and achieved mass popularity in the UK, aided by a chart battle with rival band Oasis in 1995 dubbed "The Battle of Britpop". more »

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Written by: ALEXANDER JAMES, DAVID ROWNTREE, DAMON ALBARN, GRAHAM COXON

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Creation and Release
"End of a Century" is a song by British rock band Blur. It was the final single released in 1994 from their third album "Parklife."
Chart Performance
Despite being one of their lower-charting singles, the song still managed to reach number 19 on the UK Singles Chart.
Genre Classification
The song is typically classified under the Britpop genre, a style of British pop music that was popular during the mid to late '90s.
Lyrics Theme
The song presents a lyrical commentary on British culture at the end of the 20th century. It criticizes the disillusionment and lack of excitement about the upcoming millennium.
Music Video
The music video for "End of a Century" was directed by the acclaimed British photographer and film director, Damien Hirst.
Significance
Despite not being the band's greatest chart success, "End of a Century" is a significant track due to its social commentary and its embodiment of the Britpop culture and era.
Cover Versions
"End of a Century" was covered by The Caitlin Ballew for the 2009 Blur tribute album PARKLIVE.
Live Performances
The song was performed live during their famous 2009 Hyde Park reunion concert and featured in the subsequent "Blur: Live at Hyde Park" album.
Production Credits
The song was produced by Stephen Street, a producer notable for his work with The Smiths and Morrissey.
Vinyl Release
"End of a Century" was also released as a 7" and 12" vinyl. The B-side included live versions of "Parklife" and "Girls & Boys."

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