Julius
Phish
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Danger I've been told to expect it I begin my descent Down the cold granite steps And who could have turned among those I confide in? I think that I know what I haven't known yet 'Cause a week is a month and an hour a day When your reaching just pushes it further away With your past and your future precisely divided Am I at that moment? I haven't decided And stretching out into the sea, Aquitana Is that what the prophet told me he saw? You gave it to me but I really don't want it I came out on top by the luck of the draw 'Cause a week is a month and an hour a day When your reaching just pushes it further away And what's the return on the faith I've provided? I think that I know now but I haven't decided
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Written by: ERNEST ANASTASIO, TOM MARSHALL
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
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14 facts about this song
Songwriter Fact"Julius" was written by Phish members Trey Anastasio and Tom Marshall.
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Composition FactThe song features a prominent horn section, which adds a distinct jazz and blues feel to the track.
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Album FactJulius first appeared on Phish's sixth studio album named "Hoist" which came out in 1994.
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Live Debut Fact"Julius" made its live debut on April 4, 1994, during a concert at Flynn Theatre in Burlington, Vermont.
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Musical Style FactWith strong elements of rock and funk, "Julius" showcases the band's diverse musical range and willingness to experiment with different genres.
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Band Members' Contribution FactThe song's arrangement and popular status are often attributed to the rhythmic guitar work of Anastasio and the lyricism of Marshall.
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Lyrics FactThe lyrics of "Julius" are generally interpreted by fans to be about a person who is perceived relationally and socially as destructive or disruptive, yet charming and charismatic.
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Performance Fact"Julius" is a concert favorite, often used as both set opener and closer in Phish’s concert schedule.
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Studio Recording FactThe studio version of the song features the Tower of Power horn section, giving it a distinct and energetic brass section that is unique to this track.
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Song Length Fact"Julius" typically lasts around six to eight minutes in performance, depending on improvisational variations.
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Fan Interpretation FactSome fans interpret "Julius" as a poker metaphor, based on the line "I'm the glue in your magnet."
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Radio Release Fact"Julius" was released as the first single off of "Hoist" and received moderate airplay on rock radio stations.
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Chart FactDespite its popularity among fans, "Julius," like many Phish songs, did not crack the mainstream music charts. Instead, it contributes to the band’s influence in the jam band scene.
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Influence FactAnastasio, who is a big jazz fan, is believed to have brought much of the jazz influence present in "Julius."
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