Warning
Incubus
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Bat your eyes girl. Be otherworldly. Count your blessings. Seduce a stranger. What's so wrong with being happy? Kudos to those who see through sickness yeah Over and over and over and over She woke in the morning. She knew that her life had passed her by She called out a warning. Don't ever let life pass you by. I suggest we Learn to love ourselves, Before its made illegal When will we learn, When will we change Just in time to see it all come down Those left standing will make millions Writing books on ways it should have been She woke in the morning. She knew that her life had passed her by She called out a warning. Don't ever let life pass you by. Floating in this cosmic Jacuzzi We are like frogs oblivious To the water starting to boil, No one flinches and we all float face down She woke in the morning. She knew that her life had passed her by She called out a warning. Don't ever let life pass you by. Pass you by.
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Written by: BRANDON BOYD, MICHAEL EINZIGER, ALEX KATUNICH, CHRISTOPHER KILMORE, JOSE PASILLAS II
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10 facts about this song
Release and Chart Success"Warning" is a song by American rock band Incubus from their fourth studio album, "Morning View." It was released as the second single from the album in 2002 and reached the #3 spot on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart.
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Music VideoThe song's music video was directed by Francis Lawrence, known for directing blockbuster movies such as "I Am Legend" and "The Hunger Games" series. The video depicts a day in the life of a woman who seems to know she is about to die.
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Lyrics ContentThe lyrics of "Warning" were written by Incubus' frontman, Brandon Boyd. The song is open to many interpretations, but commonly believed to carry a theme of precarity of life and the importance of appreciating every moment.
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Song CompositionFor the first time in their career, Incubus moved away from a heavier alternative rock sound with "Warning", shifting towards a softer, more radio-friendly sound. The song is noted for its catchy melody and introspective lyrics.
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Album RecordingThe album "Morning View," including the song "Warning," was recorded at a mansion in Malibu, California. The environment surrounding the recording process heavily influenced the overall mood and sound of the album.
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Critical Reception"Warning" was well-received by critics. Billboard praised the song, citing its 'ethereal guitar work, insightful lyrics, and frontman Brandon Boyd's passionate vocals' as highlights.
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Live Performances"Warning" has been a staple in Incubus’ live performances since its release and is often played in their encore sets.
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Charity UseIn 2020, Incubus used their song "Warning" as part of a charity raising campaign, selling a limited edition merchandise that featured a lyric from the song. The proceeds went to Feeding America’s COVID-19 Response Fund.
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Song InspirationAccording to lead singer Brandon Boyd, the song was inspired by a dream he had where he was killed in a plane crash. He woke up thinking about how he would want to spend his last day if he knew it was coming.
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TV Appearance"Warning" was performed by Incubus during their appearance on Saturday Night Live in 2002, helping to boost its popularity.
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