Push It
Garbage
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I was angry when I met you I think I'm angry still We can try and talk it over If you say you'll help me out Don't worry baby No need to fight Don't worry baby We'll be alright This is the noise that keeps me awake My head explodes and my body aches Push it, make the beats go harder Push it, make the beats go harder Sorry that I hurt you Please don't ask me why I want to see you happy I want to see you shine Don't worry baby Don't be uptight Don't worry baby We'll stay up all night This is the noise that keeps me awake My head explodes and my body aches Push it, make the beats go harder Push it, make the beats go harder Come on push it, you can do it Come on prove it, nothing to it Come on use it, lets get through it Come on push it, you can do it Don't worry baby Don't be uptight Don't worry baby We'll stay up all night This is the noise that keeps me awake My head explodes and my body aches Push it, make the beats go harder Push it, make the beats go harder (This is the noise that keeps me awake) Push it, make the beats go harder (My head explodes and my body aches) Push it, make the beats go harder (This is the noise that keeps me awake My head explodes and my body aches) Don't worry baby We'll be alright Don't worry baby We'll be alright Push it [Repeat: x4]
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Written by: DOUGLAS ELWIN ERICKSON, SHIRLEY ANN MANSON, STEVE W. MARKER, BRYAN DAVID VIG
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Genre"Push It" is a single by the American alternative rock band "Garbage". The song features a mix of electronic and alternative rock influences.
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Release DateIt was released on April 20, 1998, as the lead single from the band's second studio album titled "Version 2.0".
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Chart Performance"Push It" reached number 9 in the UK Singles Chart, becoming Garbage's third UK Top 10 hit. In the US, "Push It" peaked at number 52 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Push It" was directed by Italian photographer and director Andrea Giacobbe. The video is known for its high production values and references to various works of art, including those of Salvador Dali and Norman Rockwell.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received generally favorable reviews from music critics upon release. For instance, it was nominated for Best Rock Song at the 41st Grammy Awards, and the music video received 8 nominations at the MTV Video Music Awards, including Video of the Year.
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Lyrics and ThemeThe lyrics of "Push It" have been interpreted as discussing the pressure to conform and the value of questioning the status quo.
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Notable PerformancesGarbage has performed "Push It" on several high-profile occasions, including at the 1998 MTV Europe Music Awards and on the late-night talk show "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno".
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Samples UsedThe song includes an interpolation of the Beach Boys' "Don't Worry Baby", which is used to create a contrast between its melodic elements and its more aggressive, high-tempo chorus.
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Album SuccessThe album "Version 2.0", featuring "Push It", was eventually certified platinum in the US and Australia, and double platinum in the UK.
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SongwritersThe song, like much of "Garbage's" output, was written by all four band members - Shirley Manson, Duke Erikson, Steve Marker, and Butch Vig.
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Cultural Impact"Push It" is widely regarded as one of Garbage's most famous and iconic songs, leading to the band being featured in various media appearances, compilation albums, and television shows.
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