Post Break-Up Sex

The Vaccines

About Post Break-Up Sex

"Post Break-Up Sex" is the second single from London-based quartet The Vaccines from their debut album, What Did You Expect from The Vaccines?. The single was released in the United Kingdom as a digital download on 21 January 2011 with a 7" vinyl released the following day. The single debuted at number 32 on the UK Singles Chart on 30 January 2011.


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I can barely look at you,
Don't tell me who you lost it to.
Didn't we say we had a deal?
Didn't I say how bad I feel?

Everyone needs a helping hand;
Who said I would not understand?
Someone up the social scale
For when you're going off the rails, have

Post break-up sex
That helps you forget your ex.
What did you expect from post break up sex?

Leave it 'til the guilt consumes
Fucking in the nearest room
All our friends were unaware
Most had just passed out downstairs.

To think I'd hoped you'd be okay,
Now I can't think of what to say,
Maybe I misunderstood,
But I can't believe you're feeling good, from

Post break-up sex
That helps you forget your ex,
What did you expect from post break up sex?

Post break-up sex
That helps you forget your ex,
What did you expect from post break up sex?

Oh when you love somebody but you find someone,
Uh huh huh,
And it all unravels and it comes undone
Uh-huh-huh, uh-huh-huh,
Uh-huh-huh

Post break-up sex
That helps you forget your ex,
What did you expect from post break up sex?

Post break-up sex
That helps you forget your ex.
What did you expect from post break up sex?

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The Vaccines

The Vaccines are an English indie rock band who formed in West London in 2010. The band's debut album, What Did You Expect from the Vaccines?, was released through Columbia Records on 14 March 2011 and reached number 4 in the UK Album Chart. They drew comparisons to Ramones, The Strokes and The Jesus And Mary Chain. The band, however, has spoken of influences ranging from "'50s rock 'n' roll to 80s American hardcore and good pop music". They have opened for The Walkmen, The Stone Roses, Arctic Monkeys, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Arcade Fire. Their second studio album Come of Age was released in the UK on 3 September 2012. more »

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Written by: Arni Hjorvar Arnason, Freddie Clayton Cowan, Peter Gareth Christopher Robertson, Justin James Hayward-Young

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8 facts about this song

Release & Chart Performance
"Post Break-Up Sex" was released on January 24, 2011 as the second single from the debut album "What Did You Expect from The Vaccines?" by the English indie rock band, The Vaccines. - The song entered the UK Singles Chart at number 32 and peaked at 3 on the UK Indie Chart.
Song Composition
The song was written by the band members Justin Young and Freddie Cowan. - It features a catchy, robust garage rock sound, massive guitar hooks, and resonating drumbeats, which are typical styles of the band.
Critical Reviews
It received positive reviews from music critics. Many praised its clever lyrics that encapsulated the emotions associated with post-breakup sex. - NME magazine described the song as “spiky, anthemic guitar-pop.”
Music Video
The music video for "Post Break-Up Sex" was directed by Max Knight. - The video depicts a young man going through the motions of a breakup, with the song serving as a sort of soundtrack to his emotions.
Live Performances
The Vaccines debuted "Post Break-Up Sex" live on BBC's "Later... with Jools Holland" in November 2010. - The Vaccines have made the song a regular part of their concert repertoire since its release.
Song Meaning
"Post Break-Up Sex" is a song about seeking intimacy after a relationship has ended. - In an interview, lead singer Justin Young explained that the song is about "the moment when you stop being a victim and you see yourself exploiting someone else for revenge."
Popularity
Despite not being a commercial hit, the song has established itself as a fan-favorite. - It has gained more than 10 million streams on Spotify, showing its enduring popularity.
The Vaccines
"Post Break-Up Sex" helped to cement The Vaccines' status as one of the most exciting new bands of the 2010s in the UK. - The band was nominated for the Best New Band at the 2011 NME Awards, largely due to the success of "What Did You Expect from The Vaccines?" album which includes the song "Post Break-Up Sex."

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