Cornerstone
Arctic Monkeys
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I thought I saw you in the battleship But it was only a look a like She was nothing but a vision trick Under the warning light She was close, close enough to be your ghost But my chances turned to toast When I asked her if I could call her your name I thought I saw you in the rusty hook Huddled up in wicker chair I wandered up for a closer look And kissed who ever was sitting there She was close, and she held me very tightly 'Til I asked awfully politely, please Can I call you her name And I elongated my lift home, Yeah I let him go the long way round I smelt your scent on the seat belt And kept my shortcuts to myself I thought I saw you in the parrots beak Messing with the smoke alarm It was too loud for me to hear her speak And she had a broken arm It was close, so close that the walls were wet And she wrote it out in letraset No you can't call me her name Tell me where's your hiding place I'm worried I'll forget your face And I've asked everyone I'm beginning to think I imagined you all along I elongated my lift home Yeah I let him go the long way 'round I smelt your scent on the seat belt And kept my shortcuts to myself I saw your sister in the cornerstone On the phone to the middle man When I saw that she was on her own I thought she might understand She was close, well you couldn't get much closer She said I'm really not supposed to but yes, You can call me anything you want
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Written by: Alex Turner
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13 facts about this song
Album Release"Cornerstone" is a song by Arctic Monkeys from their third studio album, "Humbug", which was released in 2009.
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Single releaseIt was released as the second single from the album on 16 November 2009.
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Song ThemesThe lyrics of "Cornerstone" depict the singer's experiences of searching for a lost love interest in various bars and finding girls who closely resemble her.
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Music Video DirectorThe music video of "Cornerstone" was directed by their band member Richard Ayoade, who is also known as a comedian, actor, and film director.
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One-Take VideoThe music video was filmed in one single take, featuring lead singer Alex Turner singing to the camera against a white wall backdrop.
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Acoustic PerformanceAlex Turner performed an acoustic version of "Cornerstone" for a French radio session, which later became one of the band's iconic performances.
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Chart PerformanceThe track peaked at number 94 on the UK Singles Chart, reaching a low position despite being well-received critically.
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ReceptionThe song has been praised for its lyrical depth, with critics noting its emotional honesty and Turner's songwriting.
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Concert FavoritesDespite not achieving high commercial success, "Cornerstone" remains one of Arctic Monkeys’ most popular concert songs.
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Evolution of Band's Sound"Cornerstone" reflects the band's shift in musical style with "Humbug". While their previous albums contained heavier, punk-influenced rock, this song is more melodic and reflective.
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Song InterpretationThe song leaves room for interpretation, with some listeners suggesting that the 'Cornerstone' is a metaphor for mental stability, that the protagonist is seeking throughout the song after a breakup.
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Vinyl ReleaseAlong with a CD release, the single was also released on a 10" picture disc vinyl. This vinyl included B-sides like "Catapult", "Sketchead", and "Fright Lined Dining Room".
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Live DebutArctic Monkeys first performed "Cornerstone" live at Liverpool Sound City festival in May 2009.
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