I Can Only Disappoint U

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About I Can Only Disappoint U

"I Can Only Disappoint U" is a song by the English alternative rock band Mansun. The song was written by band-leader Paul Draper with lead guitarist Dominic Chad. It was recorded and produced by Hugh Padgham and co-producer Michael Hunter during sessions for the group's third studio album. The song was released as the first single in 2000 from the group's third album, Little Kix. The song went on to become their fourth and final top ten hit in the UK peaking at #8. A Progressive house/trance remix by Paul Oakenfold preceded the release of the single during the summer of 2000. In 2004, Mansun released a demo recording of the song on the compilation album Kleptomania. The demo was recorded by Paul Draper alone with guitar overdubs by Dominic Chad. In 2013, Dev Hynes recording under his Blood Orange name recorded a cover of the song. The song was retitled "Always Let U Down" and released on his second studio album Cupid Deluxe. 


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I traveled from Dublin, you said you'd change the world
You sing like Sinatra, always
You pulled 'em for miles now, like Garbo in Berlin
You played 'em for zeroes, just like always
Tonight, some bitch is hassling me
And tonight, it feels so good feeling cheap

I can only disappoint you cause I always let you down
I can only disappoint you cause I always let you down

You turned a man cuckoo, half animal, half grace
The chick was a teaser, always
Tonight, their hips will swivel and turn
So we drove, to the place where we first met

I can only disappoint you cause I always let you down
I can only disappoint you, always

The queens they all loved you, the tall, the short, the fair
The sailors, the psychos, always
And here, I faltered, gun in my hand
And you, with "piggies" scrawled on your wall
And tonight, her note said "better off dead"
And the earth has never moved for me since

I can only disappoint you cause I always let you down
I can only disappoint you, always
I can only disappoint you cause I always let you down
I can only disappoint you cause I always let you down
Cause I always let you down
Cause I always let you down

Cause I always let you down
Cause I always let you down
(Cause I always let you down) cause I always let you down
Cause I always let you down [Repeat: x4]

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Mansun

Mansun were an English alternative rock band formed in Chester in 1995. The band comprised vocalist/rhythm guitarist Paul Draper, bassist Stove King, lead guitarist/backing vocalist Dominic Chad, and drummer Andie Rathbone. more »

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Written by: DOMINIC CHAD, PAUL EDWARD DRAPER

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Release Details
"I Can Only Disappoint U" is a song by British alternative rock band Mansun. Released on 31st July 2000, it served as the lead single from their third studio album, "Little Kix."
Chart Performance
The single reached number 8 in the UK Singles Chart, marking it one of Mansun's most successful songs in terms of chart performance.
Song Information
It was written by the band's frontman, Paul Draper. It is said that the song depicts feelings of guilt and disappointment, candidly exploring the themes of self-deprecation and personal failure.
Music Video
The music video for "I Can Only Disappoint U" was directed by Grant Gee, who also worked on music videos for other popular groups including Radiohead and Blur.
Live Performances
Mansun often included "I Can Only Disappoint U" in their live performances. A notable instance was their performance at the Reading Festival in 2000.
Re-released Version
The song was later re-released with slightly different lyrics as a single from the band's compilation album, "Kleptomania" in September 2004.
Production
"I Can Only Disappoint U" was produced by Hugh Padgham, a highly recognized British record producer notable for his work with other big names in the music industry such as The Police, Phil Collins, and Sting.
Critical Reception
Despite the mixed reviews that "Little Kix" received overall, "I Can Only Disappoint U" generally received positive reviews from music critics, being praised for its melodic sound and emotionally resonant lyrics.
Duration and Style
The song lasts for approximately four minutes and twenty seconds and showcases Mansun’s signature style; a fusion of alternative rock with progressive aspects.
Pop Culture
The song maintains a level of nostalgia for fans of alternative music from the 2000s era and often featured in lists of iconic tracks from this period.

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