Born of Frustration

James

About Born of Frustration

"Born of Frustration" is a 1992 song written by Jim Glennie, Larry Gott, Tim Booth and released as a single by English Madchester band James. It is the follow-up to 1991 hits "Sit Down" and "Sound", which both peaked within the UK top 10. The song was released from the group's fourth album, Seven, and reached number 13 in the UK. It was also a hit on US alternative radio, peaking at number five on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. It was the group's highest chart placement on that chart until "Laid" made it to number three the following year.  


Year:
2007
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Wooooowooooowoooowooo
Wooooowooooowoooowooo
All this frustration
I can't meet all my desires
Strange conversation
Self control has just expired
All an illusion
Only in my head you don't exist
Who are you foolin'
Don't need a shrink or an exorcist
Lalalala
lalalala
lalalala
la
Wooooowooooowoooowooo
Show me the movie of who you are and where you're from
Born of frustration
Caught upon the webs you spun
Where's ther confusion
A vision of what life is like
Show the movie that does't deal in black and white
Talk talk talkin 'bout who's to blame
But all that counts in how to change
Stop stop talkin 'bout who's to blame
When all that counts in how to change
Lalalala
lalalala
lalalala
la
All this frustration
All this frustration
Who put round eyes on a butterfly's wings
All this frustration
All this frustration
Who gave the leopard spots and taught the birds to sing
Born of frustration
Born of frustration
Wooooowooooowoooowooo
Wooooowooooowoooowooo
I'm living in the weeds where nothing is the way it seems
Where no one is who they need to be
Where nothing seems that real to me
'Bout time we filled our lives
Upon the walls of gold no solid ground
The world is spinnin' endlessly
We're clinging to our own beliefs
Born of frustration
Born of frustration

Wooooowooooowoooowooo
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James

James is a British rock band from Manchester, England. They formed in 1982 and were active throughout the 1980s, but most successful during the 1990s. Their hit singles include "Come Home", "Sit Down", and "She's a Star" as well as their American college radio hit "Laid". Following the departure of lead singer Tim Booth in 2001, the band became inactive but re-formed in January 2007, returning for a new album and international tour. Up to 2010, the band had sold more than 25 million albums worldwide. more »

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Written by: TIMOTHY BOOTH, LAWRENCE GOTT, JAMES GLENNIE

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Born of Frustration" by James is characterized by a captivating fusion of indie surrealist pop and rock, with an anthemic refrain.
Commercial Success
The song had commercial success in the UK and the U.S, reaching number 13 on the UK Singles Chart and number 5 on the U.S. Alternative Songs chart.
Music Video
The music video of the song features the band members performing the song in desert landscapes, reflecting the relentless and stark mood of the lyrics.
Album
"Born of Frustration" is the opening track of the band's seventh studio album "Seven" released in 1992.
Band Line-up
The band's line-up during the release of this song included Tim Booth (vocals), Larry Gott (guitars), Jim Glennie (bass guitar), Saul Davies (violin, guitar), Mark Hunter (keyboards), Dave Baynton-Power (drums), and Andy Diagram (trumpet).
Songwriting Credits
The song's writing credits are shared among all members of the band, showing a combined effort in creating the unique James sound.
Live Performances
"Born of Frustration" has been a staple in the group's live performances owing to its infectious rhythms and iconic trumpet intro.
Lyrical Themes
The lyrics of "Born of Frustration" are known for their creative imagery and introspective quality, expressing feelings of both frustration and liberation.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the song for its forthright lyrics, infectious refrains, and euphoric trumpet melodies.
Influence
The success of "Born of Frustration" helped James gain a solid foothold in the American alternative music scene, helping them gain popularity across the Atlantic.

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