Used to Be
Beach House
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You are coming home, are you still alone? Are you not the same as you used to be? As the sun grows high and you serve your time Does each day just feel like another lie? Now you know, is it just for show? Just a foolish game that you hide behind? Don't forget the nights when it all felt right Are you not the same as you used to be? Used to be Used to be In an endless night Could you feel the fright of an age that was and could never be? So we hold it close when we feel the most Like a love that we could not leave behind Turn the wheel to each way we feel 'Til I'm lost and I cannot find you there Don't forget the nights when it all felt right Are you not the same as you used to be? Used to be Used to be Coming home any day now Any day now Any day now Coming home any day now Any day now Any day now Coming home any day now Any day now Any day now Any day now
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Written by: Alex Kristian Scally, Victoria Garance Alixe Legrand
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21 facts about this song
Song Background"Used to Be" was released on October 21, 2008 as a single by the American dream pop band Beach House.
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Album AppearanceAlthough it was first released as a single, the song was later included in the band’s third studio album titled "Teen Dream" which was released in 2010.
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Song LengthThe original single version of the song has a running time of 4 minutes and 02 seconds. However, the album version is a bit longer, as it’s running time is 4 minutes 55 seconds.
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Song Composition"Used to Be", like many other Beach House songs, is known for its hypnotic melodies and lush, atmospheric sound. The song mainly features keyboards, guitar and vocalist Victoria Legrand’s distinctive, haunting voice.
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Lyrics ThemeThe lyrics of "Used to Be" discuss the themes of nostalgia, changing relationships, and the passing of time.
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Music VideoA music video for the song, directed by Matt Amato, was released in November 2009. The video visually complements the song’s nostalgic theme and features band members Legrand and Alex Scally in a variety of settings.
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Critical Reception"Used to Be" received widespread positive reviews from music critics. It was praised for its beautiful melodies, captivating atmosphere, and evocative lyrics, as well as Legrand’s unique vocal delivery.
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Music ChartsWhile "Used to Be" wasn’t a major commercial hit, it did contribute to Beach House's growing popularity in indie circles and helped propel "Teen Dream" to be one of the band’s most successful albums to date.
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Live Performances"Used to Be" is often included in the band’s live setlist and is a fan favorite. One memorable performance of the song took place on "The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson” in January 2010.
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ReissueIn 2020, the band announced the release of a comprehensive 7" singles collection which would include "Used To Be" alongside other popular singles.
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Genre Classification"Used to Be" is classified as a dream pop and indie rock song.
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Release DateThe song was initially released as a single on October 21, 2008, about a year before it was featured on the band's full-length album.
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Album InformationThe song was added to the album “Teen Dream” which came out in 2010, fundamentally contributing to the album's success.
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Songwriting CreditsBoth Victoria Legrand and Alex Scally from the band took the credit for writing the song giving a depth to its emotional tone.
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Recording LocationsBeach House recorded "Used to Be" in upstate New York at a converted church called Dreamland Recording Studios.
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Song MeaningThe song is often interpreted as a reflection on past relationships and the changes that occur even in deep-seated connections, symbolizing the theme of longing and reminiscence.
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Critical Response"Used to Be" received rave reviews from music critics, who praised its production, songwriting, and the melancholic theme.
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Impact on Band's StyleThe song showcased the band's gradual shift from their original low-fi, organ-based sound to a more polished, expansive one.
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Live PerformancesBeach House performed "Used to Be" live on the Late Show with David Letterman in early 2010, exposing their music to a larger audience.
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Charts"Used to Be" was instrumental in widening Beach House’s popularity, however, it didn't make a significant impact on major international music charts.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Used to Be" was directed by Sean Pecknold, showing parts of Beach House's cross country road journey from their starting point in the East Coast of America to the West Coast.
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