Pure Morning

Placebo

About Pure Morning

"Pure Morning" is the first single from British alternative rock band Placebo's second album Without You I'm Nothing. The single was successful in the United States, reaching number 19 on the Billboard Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart, and it also reached number four on the UK Singles Chart. Worldwide, the song reached the top 50 in Australia, Canada, Iceland, Ireland and New Zealand. As of January 2020, it is certified Silver in United Kingdom.


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1998
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A friend in need's a friend indeed,
A friend with weed is better,
A friend with breast and all the rest,
A friend who's dressed in leather,

A friend in need's a friend indeed,
A friend who'll tease is better,
Our thoughts compressed,
Which makes us blessed,
And makes for stormy weather,

A friend in need's a friend indeed,
My Japanese is better,
And when she's pressed she will undress,
And then she's boxing clever,

A friend in need's a friend indeed,
A friend who bleeds is better,
My friend confessed she passed the test,
And we will never sever,

Day's dawning, skins crawling
Day's dawning, skins crawling
Day's dawning, skins crawling
Pure morning
Pure morning
Pure morning

A friend in need's a friend indeed,
A friend who'll tease is better,
Our thoughts compressed,
Which makes us blessed,
And makes for stormy weather,

A friend in need's a friend indeed,
A friend who bleeds is better,
My friend confessed she passed the test,
And we will never sever,

Day's dawning, skins crawling 
Day's dawning, skins crawling 
Day's dawning, skins crawling 
Pure morning
Pure morning
Pure morning

A friend in need's a friend indeed,
My Japanese is better,
And when she's pressed she will undress,
And then she's boxing clever,

A friend in need's a friend indeed,
A friend with weed is better,
A friend with breast and all the rest,
A friend who's dressed in leather.

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Placebo

Placebo are an English alternative rock band from London. They were formed in 1994 by singer-guitarist Brian Molko and guitarist/bassist Stefan Olsdal. The band was soon joined by drummer Robert Schultzberg, who was later replaced by Steve Hewitt after conflicts with Molko. Hewitt left the band in October 2007 and was replaced by Steve Forrest in 2008. Placebo are known for their androgynous image and angst-fueled musical content. To date, they have released six studio albums, all of which have reached the top 20 in the UK, and have sold over ten million records worldwide. more »

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Written by: Brian Molko, Stefan Olsdal, Steven Hewitt

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10 facts about this song

Album
"Pure Morning" is a song from the British alternative rock band Placebo's second studio album, "Without You, I’m Nothing." The album was released in 1998.
Chart Success
The song was their first top 5 hit on the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number 4 in August 1998. It also reached the top 20 in several European charts.
Music Video
The song's music video is known for its intriguing storyline, where singer Brian Molko gradually climbs the outside of a building while being pursued by police. It won several awards, including the Best Video award at the 1999 NME Awards.
Unexpected Hit
The song was not initially meant to be on the album. It was recorded for the B-side of their single "You Don't Care About Us." However, after positive reception, the band decided it should be A-side material.
Unique Sound
With its catchy riff and smooth rhythm, "Pure Morning" is widely recognized for its unique sound, blending alternative rock with electronic elements.
Lyrics
The lyrics often lead to some confusion and interpretation among listeners. The opening line "A friend in need's a friend indeed, A friend who'll tease is better" is particularly famous.
Live Performances
Despite being a huge commercial hit, the band rarely performed "Pure Morning" live after 2005. Molko has stated that the song didn't feel honest to him anymore.
Critical Reception
Music critics have often praised "Pure Morning" for its catchy melody and introspective lyrics. In 2015, it was ranked 130 in NME’s list of the "500 Greatest Songs of All Time."
Meaning
As per the band members, the song is about “friendship” and “being there for your mates, especially when they need help."
Recording
The song was recorded in Real World Studios in England. The band has spoken about the creative process involved in creating "Pure Morning," which was conceived during a jam session.

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