Love Is Dead

Brett Anderson

About Love Is Dead

"Love Is Dead" is the first single from Brett Anderson's first solo album, Brett Anderson . It was released on two CD singles and 7" vinyl. A download bundle was also available. The sleeve was designed by Peter Saville, with photography by Wolfgang Tillmans. The music video was directed by Russell Thomas. The single reached number 42 on the UK Singles Chart. It was well-received by critics. Dom Gourlay of Contactmusic.com felt that Anderson sounded more "mature" on this song compared to his work with The Tears, while NME considered the song "rather decent. " The Daily Record considered it to be one of the best songs Anderson had written, saying, "Aching violins push this mid-tempo rocker into the realms of a classic." 


Year:
2007
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Nothing ever goes right
Nothing really flows in my life
No one really cares if no one ever shares my bed
People push by with fear in their eyes in my life

Love is dead, love is dead

The telephone rings, but no one ever thinks to speak to me
The traffic speeds by, but no one's ever stopped here yet
Intelligent friends don't care in the end, believe me

Love is dead, love is dead

And plastic people wear imaginary smiles
Exchanging secrets at the back of their minds
Plastic people
Plastic people

Nothing ever goes right
Nothing really flows in my life
No one really cares if there's horrors inside my head
People push by with fear in their eyes in my life

Love is dead, love is dead
Love is dead, love is dead
Love is dead, love is dead

And all the lies that you've given us
And all the things things that you said

And all the lies that you've given us
Blow like wind in my head

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Brett Anderson

Brett Lewis Anderson (born 29 September 1967) is an English singer-songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist of the band Suede. After Suede disbanded in 2003, he briefly fronted The Tears, and has released four solo albums. Suede reformed in 2010. In Suede's early days, Anderson's androgynous style and unique, wide ranging vocals were an instant phenomenon in the UK. more »

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Written by: BRETT ANDERSON, FREDERICK WILLAIM BALL

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10 facts about this song

Genre
"Love is Dead" by Brett Anderson falls under the category of Alternative/Indie rock music.
Song Release
This song was released in March 2007 by Drowned in Sound, as part of Brett Anderson's debut solo album.
Song Composition
The song was co-written by Brett Anderson and producer Fred Ball. Its mellow tone and sophisticated lyrics reflect Anderson’s impressive songwriting ability.
Former Band
Brett Anderson is best known as the lead vocalist of the British rock band Suede. "Love is Dead" was released after the band's split, reflecting Anderson's new independent direction.
Album Success
Although "Love is Dead" wasn't a commercial hit, the album it was featured on peaked at number 54 on the UK Albums Chart, exhibiting Anderson's sustained popularity.
Inspiration
The melancholic tone of "Love is Dead" reflects Anderson's disillusionment with a failing relationship, which was a recurring theme in his music at the time.
Reception
The song received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its emotional depth and others criticizing it for being overly melodramatic.
Live Performances
"Love is Dead" was regularly featured in Anderson's live shows following its release. Fans often praised these performances for their raw intensity.
Song Meaning
"Love is Dead" is indicative of Anderson's introspective and sometimes dark lyrical style, exploring themes of loss, love, and disillusionment.
Personal Influence
The song was reportedly influenced by Anderson's personal life, as he was going through a rough patch during its creation.

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