Mothership

Enter Shikari

About Mothership

"Mothership" is the first single by Enter Shikari. It was released as a digital download and a very limited run of 100 cd singles. It was released in August 2006. There was no vinyl released. It was available from their online store and from iTunes. It has been featured as single of the week on the iTunes Store. A video has been made for this single, which is viewable on the band's website. The song has since been re-recorded and was included on Enter Shikari's debut album, Take to the Skies. When performed live, a dubstep intro, known as Motherstep, is played along with the song. 


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Go tell all your friends that this is the end
Go tell all your friends that this is the end
Go tell all your friends that this is the end
This is the end

I don't understand a word you're saying
What are the clouds running from?
There's something in the air tonight
Something is wrong, spit it out!

I just fell from the mothership
(They said that)
Your answers they're always lying on the ocean bed
Your answers they're always lying on the ocean bed

There's something in the air
There's something in the air
(in the air, in the air)
Tonight, I'm wide awake, I'm wide awake
(In the air, in the air, woah)
Tonight, I'm wide awake, I'm wide awake

And I'll plead with a thousand voices

I am sane! I am sane!
My soul felt so save up there
No self centered natives destroying our earth

I just fell from the mothership
(They said that)
Your answers, were always lying on the ocean bed
Your answers (your answers, your answers), were always lying on the ocean bed

Walk the plank! walk the plank! walk the plank! 
Walk the plank! walk the plank! walk the plank! 
WALK THE PLANK!

Your answers were always lying on the ocean bed
Your answers were always lying on the ocean bed
Your answers were always lying on the ocean bed
Your answers were always lying on the ocean bed

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Enter Shikari

Enter Shikari are a British post-hardcore band formed in 2003 in St Albans, Hertfordshire. They combine post-hardcore and various heavy metal sub-genres, such as metalcore and alternative metal, with elements of various electronic genres, such as electronica, dubstep, trance and occasionally drum and bass, creating a particularly unique sound. The band is named after a boat belonging to Roughton "Rou" Reynolds' uncle, and a character in a play which he wrote before forming the band, both of which are named Shikari. Shikari also means 'Hunter' in Marathi, Persian, Hindi, Nepali, Urdu, Punjabi and Bengali. Their debut album, Take to the Skies was released on 19 March 2007 and reached No. 4 in the Official UK Album Chart. Their second album, titled Common Dreads… more »

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Written by: CHRIS BATTEN, LIAM RORY CLEWLOW, ROBERT ROLFE, ROUGHTON REYNOLDS

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Band Information
Enter Shikari is a British rock band that integrates post-hardcore and various heavy metal sub-genres with elements of various electronic genres, such as trance, drum and bass, dubstep and electronica. Their song "Mothership" is well-known and appreciated among rock enthusiasts.
Release Date
The song "Mothership" was released on the 22nd of August in 2006 which contributed to making it one of the biggest hits of the year.
Album
The song "Mothership" is the 4th track on Enter Shikari's debut studio album, "Take to the Skies".
Popularity
"Mothership" was selected as Zane Lowe's 'Hottest Record in the World' on BBC Radio 1. This was huge exposure for the band and increased the song's popularity.
Music Video
The original music video for "Mothership" was well received by fans and critics, it features footage of the band members performing the song.
Lyrics
The lyrics are noticeably direct, with a running theme of environmental consciousness and a passionate call for change.
Live Performances
"Mothership" is often part of Enter Shikari's live performances. During these shows, the band is known to incorporate an extended intro to the song to help build anticipation in the crowd.
Milestone
The song is considered a milestone in Enter Shikari's career, as it significantly boosted their popularity and played a crucial role in defining their distinctive musical style.
Re-release
A re-recorded version of "Mothership" was released as a digital download single in July 2008.
Controversy
Despite its popularity, the song sparked some controversy due to its explicit lyrical content, specifically its stark criticisms regarding environmental issues. However, the controversy only seemed to contribute to the song's popularity.
Music Style
The song features a combination of different music styles, including post-hardcore, screamo, electronicore, metalcore, trancecore and punk rock, making it a standout track in Enter Shikari's discography.
Influences
The song and its unique sound are said to be heavily influenced by other bands such as AFI, Alexisonfire, Refused, The Prodigy, and At The Drive-In.

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