The Trick Is To Keep Breathing
Garbage
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She's not the kind of girl Who likes to tell the world About the way she feels about herself She takes a little time In making up her mind She doesn't want to fight against the tide Lately I'm not the only one I say never trust anyone Always the one who has to drag her down Maybe you'll get what you want this time around Can't bear to face the truth So sick he cannot move And when it hurts he takes it out on you Lately I'm not the only one I say never trust anyone Always the one who has to drag her down Maybe you'll get what you want this time around The trick is to keep breathing The trick is to keep breathing She knows the human heart And how to read the stars Now everything's about to fall apart I won't be the one who's going to let you down Maybe you'll get what you want this time around (the trick is to keep breathing) I won't be the one who's going to let you down (the trick is to keep breathing) Maybe you'll get what you want this time around The trick is to keep breathing [Repeat: x7]
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Written by: DOUGLAS ELWIN ERICKSON, SHIRLEY ANN MANSON, STEVE W. MARKER, BRYAN DAVID VIG
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"The Trick Is To Keep Breathing" is a song by American-Scottish alternative rock band Garbage. The band was formed in Madison, Wisconsin, in 1993.
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Album ReleaseThe song is from their second studio album, "Version 2.0," which was released in 1998. The album was a commercial success and received Grammy nominations for Album of the Year and Best Rock Album.
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Song InspirationThe title of the song "The Trick Is To Keep Breathing" was inspired by a novel of the same name by Janice Galloway. The novel's theme of a woman experiencing a mental breakdown resonated with the band's lead singer, Shirley Manson.
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Music CompositionThe song features a fusion of different musical elements including electronic music, trip hop, and rock. It's known for its distinctive atmospheric sound and introspective lyrics.
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Critical Reception"The Trick Is To Keep Breathing" has been praised by critics for its lyrical depth and cinematic quality. Despite not being released as a single, the song has become a fan favorite and is regularly performed live by the band.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered "The Trick Is To Keep Breathing," most notably Jo Whiley for her Live Lounge show on BBC Radio 1.
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Use in MediaThis song has been used in various forms of media. It notably featured in an episode of the popular TV show "ER", and became synonymous with the character Jeanie Boulet's HIV storyline.
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Music VideoAlthough not released as a single, a music video for "The Trick Is To Keep Breathing" was produced. Directed by Sophie Muller, the video features Manson singing alone in a desert landscape, emphasizing the song's themes of isolation and perseverance.
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Song MeaningThe song talks about the importance of resilience, emphasizing that the trick to any hardship in life is to just keep breathing, which has connected with many fans experiencing struggles.
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Live PerformancesIn live performances, the song often showcases the band's versatility, as it turns from an electronic ballad into an intense rock number, demonstrating Garbage's skill in genre blending.
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