Butterfly Caught

Massive Attack

About Butterfly Caught

"Butterfly Caught" is a song on English trip hop collective Massive Attack's fourth full-length album, 100th Window. It was released as the second single from this album on 16 June 2003. The song was written by Neil Davidge and Robert Del Naja, the latter of whom performs vocals on the song. A video for the song was made, featuring Del Naja in a series of body horror sequences where his body is transformed into that which resembles a Death's-head hawkmoth while a live moth flutters its wings in time to the lighting in the room, which themselves flash in time to the beat of the song. The video was directed by South African Daniel Levi. 


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Weightless falls
Honeysuckle
Strangers
Strange this
Lights from pages
Paper thin thing
Protected by the naked eye

Pearly sunrise
Nearly worn
Kneeling like a supplicant

Darkened skin
Afraid to see
Radiate
Open lips
Keep smiling for me

Darkened skin
Afraid to see
Radiate
Open lips
Keep smiling for me

Weightless cool
Honeysuckle
Fair skin
Freckles
Uncut teeth
Tranquil eyes
Bite my lips
Bite my lips
Under your feet

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Massive Attack

Massive Attack is an English musical group from Bristol, England consisting of Robert "3D" Del Naja and Grant "Daddy G" Marshall. Working with co-producers, as well as various musicians and guest vocalists, they make records and tour live. The duo are considered to be progenitors of the trip hop genre. Their début album, Blue Lines was released in 1991, with the single "Unfinished Sympathy" reaching the charts and later being voted the 10th greatest song of all time in a poll by The Guardian. 1998's Mezzanine, containing "Teardrop", and 2003's 100th Window charted in the UK at number 1. Both Blue Lines and Mezzanine feature in Rolling Stones list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. more »

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Written by: Grantley Evan Marshall, Neil Davidge, Robert Del Naja

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10 facts about this song

GENRE
"Butterfly Caught" song by Massive Attack is categorized under the Trip-Hop genre, which blends elements of hip hop, electronica, and jazz.
RELEASE
The song was released as part of the album "100th Window" in 2003, which was the fourth studio album by the British band.
WRITERS
"Butterfly Caught" was written by band members Robert del Naja and Neil Davidge.
MUSIC VIDEO
A remarkable aspect of "Butterfly Caught" is its music video. Directed by Daniel Levi, it features a cockroach metamorphosing into a butterfly in a dark environment which is reminiscent of some kind of biological experiment, reflecting the song's title and vibe.
REMIXES
This song has also experienced a level of success in the form of its many remixes. Some of the most popular ones have been executed by Paul Daley, Octane, and RJD2.
INSPIRATION
The song, much like many others on the album, is notable for its dark, melancholic mood and introspective lyrics, making it a standout track.
LIVE PERFORMANCES
"Butterfly Caught" is a crowd favorite during live performances, featuring fascinating visual effects and boasting Massive Attack’s innovative conducting style.
PHYSICAL FORMATS
"Butterfly Caught" was released not only in the conventional CD format, but also on vinyl, demonstrating Massive Attack's interest in preserving the tradition of vinyl records.
CHART PERFORMANCE
While "Butterfly Caught" wasn't a chart-topper, its parent album "100th Window" did reach Number 1 on the UK Albums Chart, further establishing Massive Attack as a significant force in the Trip-hop scene.
LYRICS
The song's lyrics, as suggested by the title, revolve around the theme of desire and entrapment, symbolized by the imagery of a butterfly.

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