Pseudologia Fantastica
Foster the People
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Faded and worn at the seams A psychotropic wanderlust, sick and laughing Their words bear their teeth into the wall I promised I would rid the world of feral animals See you smiling with your feet up like your heroes You'd off yourself to save your reputation Strong and fearless and deprived just like your heroes Are you sharpening your sword, well you'll fade out anyway Why’d you say Why’d you say that you’d come right back for my love, for my faith? All the promises you made never realized Why’d you say Why’d you say that you’d come right back for my love, for my strength? All the promises you made never realized Fill the air with what you like Another weekend massacre of opinion Don’t be afraid of the knife, sometimes you have To cut the limb to survive I see you smiling with your feet up like your heroes You'd off yourself to save your reputation Strong and fearless and deprived just like your heroes Are you sharpening your sword, well you'll bleed out anyway Why’d you say Why’d you say that you’d come right back for my love, for my faith? All the promises you made never realized Why’d you say Why’d you say that you’d come right back for my love, for my strength? All the promises you made never realized You got to love the madness of the feeling Don't have to rush the freshness of beginning You got to get back up and face your demons Don't ever be afraid of starting over
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Written by: MARK FOSTER, PAUL EPWORTH
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10 facts about this song
Release DetailsFoster the People released "Pseudologia Fantastica" as part of their second studio album, "Supermodel," on March 14, 2014.
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Song TitleThe song's title, "Pseudologia Fantastica," refers to a psychiatric disorder characterized by excessive lying or storytelling, commonly known as pathological lying.
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Track Production"Pseudologia Fantastica" was produced by Paul Epworth, a renowned British music producer who has also worked with artists like Adele and Florence and the Machine.
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Lyrical ThemeThe lyrics of "Pseudologia Fantastica" explores the theme of disconnect and illusions, with elements of introspection and a struggle to find truth.
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Musical StyleThe song departs from the upbeat indie pop of their debut album, showcasing a more psychedelic and grandiose sound.
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Song LengthUnlike most pop songs, "Pseudologia Fantastica" runs for a noteworthy duration of five minutes and thirty-one seconds.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Pseudologia Fantastica" is quite abstract, featuring various natural and cosmic scenes meant to encapsulate the song's expansive, dream-like sound.
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Mark FosterThe lead vocalist of Foster The People, Mark Foster, explained that 'Supermodel,' the album which features "Pseudologia Fantastica," explores his ambivalent feelings about the artistic success he experienced following their hit debut song, "Pumped up Kicks".
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ReceptionWhile the band's shift in musical style did receive mixed reviews from critics, many praised "Pseudologia Fantastica" for its unique psychedelic soundscape and thought-provoking lyrics.
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Critical PraiseThe song has been specifically praised for its "experimental rock" sound and has been favorably compared to works by Pink Floyd.
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