Grapevine Fires
Death Cab for Cutie
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When the wind picked up And the fire spread And the grapevines seemed left for dead. And the northern sky, looked like the end of day, The end of days. The wake up call to a rented room Sounded like an alarm of impending doom. To warn us it's only a matter of time. Before we all burn Before we all burn Before we all burn Before we all burn. We bought some wine and some paper cups Near your daughter's school when we picked her up And drove to a cemetery on a hill, On a hill. Watched the plumes paint the sky gray As she laughed and danced through the field of graves There I knew it would be alright That everything would be alright, Would be alright Would be alright Would be alright Would be alright. And the news reports on the radio Said it was getting worse As the ocean air fanned the flames. But I couldn't think of anywhere I would have rather been To watch it all burn away, To burn away. The firemen worked in double shifts, With prayers for rain on their lips, And they knew it was only a matter of time.
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Written by: BENJAMIN GIBBARD, JASON McGERR, NICHOLAS HARMER
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"Grapevine Fires" is a song recorded by American alternative rock band Death Cab for Cutie. The band was formed in Bellingham, Washington in 1997 and is composed of Ben Gibbard (vocals, guitar, piano), Nick Harmer (bass), and Jason McGerr (drums).
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Album ReferenceThe song is from their sixth studio album "Narrow Stairs," released on May 12, 2008. This marked a shift in their sound, as the album gravitated towards jamming and raw emotion.
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Song InspirationThe song was reportedly inspired by real-life events. Frontman Ben Gibbard wrote it after witnessing a wildfire in California.
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Chart Performance"Grapevine Fires" was the third single of the album. It reached the 21st spot on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart, showcasing the band's significant mainstream appeal.
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Animated Music VideoThe music video for the song, directed by Walter Robot, is primarily animated and depicts a wild fire in California, capturing the same theme of the song's lyrics.
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Meaningful LyricsThe song tells the story of an individual comforting a friend during a terrible wildfire and assures her that everything will be okay.
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Critical ReceptionWhile the album received mixed reviews, many critics have noted "Grapevine Fires" as one of the standout tracks. The song has been praised for its moving lyrics and emotional delivery.
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Reaction from FansThe song resonates with many fans, particularly those who have experienced wildfires or other natural disasters.
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Environmental AwarenessThe song and its video help to raise awareness about wildfires and their devastating impact on communities and environments.
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Live Performances"Grapevine Fires" is a staple in Death Cab for Cutie's live shows, indicative of its importance to both the band and the audience.
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