Destroy Everything You Touch

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About Destroy Everything You Touch

"Destroy Everything You Touch" is a song by British electronic music band Ladytron. It was released on 19 September 2005 as the second single from their third studio album, Witching Hour. It reached a position of number 42 on the UK Singles Chart, the highest position a Ladytron single has reached to date. It was re-released in the UK on 22 October 2007. The song ranked at #137 on Pitchfork's "The Top 500 Tracks of the 2000s" list.


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2009
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Destroy everything you touch today 
Destroy me this way 
Anything that may desert you 
So it cannot hurt you 

You only have to look behind you 
At who's underlined you 
Destroy everything you touch today 
Destroy me this way 

Everything you touch you don't feel 
Do not know what you steal 
Shakes your hand 
Takes your gun 
Walks you out of the sun

What you touch do not feel 
Do not know what you steal 
Destroy everything you touch today 
Please destroy me this way 

Destroy everything you touch today 
Destroy me this way 
Anything that may delay you 
Might just save you 

You only have to look behind you 
At who's underlined you 
Destroy everything you touch today 
Destroy me this way 

Everything you touch you don't feel 
Do not know what you steal 
Shakes your hand 
Takes your gun 
Walks you out of the sun

Once you touch do not feel 
Do not know what you steal 
Destroy everything you touch today 
Please destroy me this way 

Everything you touch you don't feel 
Do not know what you steal 
Shakes your hand 
Takes your gun 
Walks you out of the sun

Once you touch you don't feel 
Do not know what you steal 
Destroy everything you touch today 
Please destroy me this way 

Everything you touch you don't feel 
Do not know what you steal 
Shakes your hand 
Takes your gun 
Walks you out of the sun

What you touch you don't feel 
Do not know what you steal 
Destroy everything you touch today 
Please destroy me this way

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Ladytron

Ladytron are an English electronic band formed in Liverpool in 1999. The group consists of Helen Marnie (lead vocals, synthesizers), Mira Aroyo (vocals, synthesizers), Daniel Hunt (synthesizers, guitar, vocals) and Reuben Wu (synthesizers). more »

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Written by: DANIEL HUNT

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13 facts about this song

Release Information
"Destroy Everything You Touch" was released in September 2005 as the second single from Ladytron's third studio album, "Witching Hour."
High Ranking
The song rapidly became Ladytron's signature song, and it was voted as the best single in the end-of-year polls by Planet Sound.
Chart Position
Despite its popularity, the song only managed to chart at number 42 in the UK, illustrating the disconnect that often exists between critical acclaim and chart success.
Originality
The song is an example of Ladytron's unique blend of synth-pop and new wave music, and it showcases the band's atmospheric, layered sound.
Evocative Lyrics
The song is known for its cryptic yet powerful lyrics, which call to mind images of destruction and decay, while also hinting at themes of loss and regret.
Music Video
The music video for "Destroy Everything You Touch," directed by Adam Bartley, is equally intriguing and features the band members performing on a barren, desolate landscape.
Album Success
The album "Witching Hour" from which the song is taken was a major success for Ladytron, reaching number 81 in the UK Albums Chart.
Critical Acclaim
The song is regularly cited as one of the best Ladytron songs, and it has received praise for its catchy, synth-driven melody and thought-provoking lyrics.
Live Performances
"Destroy Everything You Touch" is a staple of Ladytron's live performances, illustrating its enduring popularity with the band's fans.
Cover Versions
Several cover versions of the song have been recorded, hinting at its influence and appeal. These include a version by Scala & Kolacny Brothers, a Belgian women's choir.
Use in Media
"Destroy Everything You Touch" has been featured in various television shows like Grey's Anatomy and The Vampire Diaries, as well as video games, giving the song a broad exposure.
Remixes
The song has been remixed by various artists, including Sasha, who is famous for his progressive house productions.
Band Members
"Destroy Everything You Touch," like all Ladytron songs, was composed by lead members Helen Marnie and Mira Aroyo, along with Reuben Wu and Daniel Hunt.

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