Lisztomania
Phoenix
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So sentimental Not sentimental no Romantic not discussing it Darling I'm down and lonely When were the fortunate only? I've been looking for something else Too late, too late, too late, she'll be late, too late, too late So go slowly discourage Distant from other interests On your favorite weekend Ending this love for gentlemen only That's where the fortunate only No I gotta be someone else These days it comes, it comes, it comes, it comes, it comes and goes A Lisztomania Think less but see it grow Like a riot like a riot oh Not easily offended Know how to let it go From the mess to the masses A Lisztomania Think less but see it grow Like a riot like a riot oh Not easily offended Know how to let it go From the mess to the masses Follow, misguide, stand still Discuss, discourage On this precious weekend Ending this love for gentlemen only Wealthier gentlemen only Now that you're lonely Too late, too late, too late, she'll be late, too late, too late So go slowly discourage We'll burn the pictures instead When it's all over we can barely discuss For one minute only Not where the fortunate only But I better be something else These days it comes, it comes, it comes, it comes, it comes and goes A Lisztomania Think less but see it grow Like a riot like a riot, oh Not easily offended Know how to let it go From the mess to the masses A Lisztomania Think less but see it grow Like a riot like a riot oh Not easily offended Know how to let it go From the mess to the masses Oh This is show time, this is show time, this is show time Oh This is show time, this is show time, this is show time Time, time is your love, time is your love, yes time is your love Time, time is your love, time is your love, yes time is your From the mess to the masses A Lisztomania Think less but see it grow Like a riot like a riot oh Discuss, discuss, discuss, discuss, discuss discourage
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Written by: Christian Mazzalai, Frederic Moulin, Laurent Mazzalai, Thomas Croquet
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Background Information"Lisztomania" is the opening track on the French alternative rock band Phoenix's fourth studio album, "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix," which was released in 2009.
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Song OriginThe term "Lisztomania" was coined by German poet and music critic, Heinrich Heine, to describe the intense fan frenzy around Hungarian composer Franz Liszt during the 19th century.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a hit on various charts. In the U.S., it reached number 11 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart. In the U.K., it peaked at 14 on the UK Indie Chart.
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Critical Acclaim"Lisztomania" received positive reviews from music critics and is considered one of Phoenix's most successful songs.
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Awards and RecognitionThe album "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix," featuring "Lisztomania," won the Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album in 2010.
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Cultural Impact"Lisztomania" has been covered by many artists and used in numerous TV shows, commercials, and movies, including the opening sequence of the film "Somewhere," directed by Sofia Coppola.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Lisztomania," directed by Antoine Wagner, features footage of the band in various locations around New York City.
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InfluencePop culture remixes and flash mob performances of "Lisztomania," like the famous "Lisztomania Brat Pack Mashup," demonstrate the song's widespread popularity and influence.
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LyricsWhile the lyrics of the song do not have a clear-cut interpretation, they are thought to reflect on the fickle nature of fame and the danger of becoming an icon, drawing parallels with the frenzy surrounding Franz Liszt in his time.
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Live Performances"Lisztomania" quickly became a staple of Phoenix's live performances due to its catchy melody and dance-inducing rhythm. During concerts, the song often inspires energetic sing-alongs from the crowd.
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