Tied Up Too Tight

Hard-Fi

About Tied Up Too Tight

"Tied Up Too Tight" is the second single from Hard-Fi's debut album Stars of CCTV. It was released on 14 March 2005. It reached #15 in the UK charts and was set to follow the success of Hard-Fi's debut single "Cash Machine" - a track which picked up "single of the week" accolades from the likes of NME, Time Out and Radio 1's Zane Lowe, who tagged 'Tied Up too Tight' as "the hottest record in the world" while receiving great support from XFM and Jo Whiley.


Year:
2006
4:48
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Oh where I come from
I just don't conform
get me out of here
leave the boredom behind
want to see those bright lights
Get this thing in gear, yeah

So we'll ride in my car 
Follow the star
Drive on into town
with the stereo lit
[something]
I think of them when they're down [perhaps?]

You put your boots on
you put your boots on

and all the boys and girls sing
straight out of west london
just like a loaded gun
its kinda shitty/this kinda city they don't like us
we'll hit the strip tonight
your eyes are burning so bright
can't you feel the blood rush baby
tied up too tight

tell me can you feel it
through the city breathing
feel its beating heart
no superstition
just cold ambition
its time to make a mark

You put your boots on
you put your boots on

and all the boys and girls sing
straight out of west london
just like a loaded gun
its kinda shitty they don't like us
we'll hit the strip tonight
your eyes are burning so bright
can't you feel the blood rush baby
tied up too tight

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Hard-Fi

Hard-Fi are an English indie rock band formed in Staines, Surrey in 2003. The band's members are Richard Archer (lead vocals and guitar), Ross Phillips (guitar and backing vocals), Kai Stephens (bass guitar and backing vocals) and Steve Kemp (drums and backing vocals). more »

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Written by: RICHARD ARCHER

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11 facts about this song

Band Formation
The song "Tied Up Too Tight" is performed by a British band called Hard-Fi. The band was formed in London in 2003.
Album Info
The song features on their debut album, "Stars of CCTV," which was released on July 4, 2005.
Chart Performance
"Tied Up Too Tight" was actually the second single from the album, and it achieved considerable success in the UK, reaching number 15 on the UK Singles Chart in 2005.
Song Style
Musically, the song is noted for its blend of rock and dance-punk, along with elements of funk and ska, showcasing the band's diverse influences.
Inspirations
The song is inspired by the hardships of life in their hometown, Staines. It's about the desperation of wanting to break free from a boring, repetitive life in a small town.
Video
The video for "Tied Up Too Tight" features various scenes based around London, specifically West London, where the band members are from.
Critical Acclaim
This song, along with the whole "Stars of CCTV" album, helped Hard-Fi to earn a nomination for the prestigious Mercury Prize in 2005, an award given annually for the best album to come from the United Kingdom or Ireland.
Reissue
Following the initial success of both "Hard To Beat" and "Tied Up Too Tight," the "Stars of CCTV" album was reissued and went back into the UK album chart at number 1.
Live Performances
"Tied Up Too Tight" is one of the staple tracks frequently performed in the band's live performances, often played towards the end of the set.
Cover Versions
Along with other Hard-Fi's songs from "Stars of CCTV," "Tied Up Too Tight" has been covered by multiple artists, revealing its influence within the alternative rock genre.
Soundtrack
The song was also featured in the soundtrack of the video game, "Project Gotham Racing 4". It's use in the video game further broadens the exposure of the song to different audiences.

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