No Surprises
Radiohead
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A heart that's full up like a landfill A job that slowly kills you Bruises that won't heal You look so tired, unhappy Bring down the government They don't, they don't speak for us I'll take a quiet life A handshake of carbon monoxide With no alarms and no surprises No alarms and no surprises No alarms and no surprises Silent, silent This is my final fit My final bellyache With no alarms and no surprises No alarms and no surprises No alarms and no surprises, please Such a pretty house And such a pretty garden No alarms and no surprises No alarms and no surprises No alarms and no surprises, please
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Written by: Colin Charles Greenwood, Edward John O'Brien, Jonathan Richard Guy Greenwood, Philip James Selway, Thomas Edward Yorke
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Song Release"No Surprises" was released as a single and as part of the album "OK Computer" in January of 1998.
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Video ConceptThe music video of "No Surprises" is unforgettable with Thom Yorke's head in a helmet gradually filling with water.
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Song MeaningThe song carries a deeply melancholic tone, with lyrics suggesting a desire for a simple life without unexpected hardships.
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InspirationThe song was penned by the band's lead vocalist, Thom Yorke, who revealed that the lyric came out of a period of his life where he felt trapped and desired simple, peaceful existence.
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Recording"No Surprises" was reportedly recorded in one take; the first performance was used as it had the most emotion and freshness according to the band members.
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Music ChartsThe song peaked at number 4 on the UK Singles Chart and has remained one of Radiohead's most popular songs.
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DedicationThe song was dedicated to the memory of Bill Hicks, a comedian admired by the band, primarily for his social commentary.
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Song StyleMusically, "No Surprises" is a departure from the group's normally heavy sound, featuring a gentler, more melodic composition accentuated by a glockenspiel melody.
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists have covered this track over the years due to its haunting simplicity and universally relatable lyrics, including Regina Spektor and Lianne La Havas.
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In MediaThe song was used in films and trailers such as "A Room for Romeo Brass", as well as in the opening credits of the French film "Comme des frères".
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Concert TraditionIt is commonly recalled for being played as the final encore at the majority of Radiohead's concerts on their OK Computer tour.
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Public AcclaimIn 2008, the song was featured in the Rolling Stone's list of the 100 greatest guitar songs of all time.
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