Walking with a Ghost

The White Stripes

About Walking with a Ghost

"Walking with a Ghost" is a song by Tegan and Sara, from their 2004 album So Jealous mostly written by Sara Quin, although credited to both band members, which was released as a single in 2005. The song appears on the soundtrack for the 2005 movie Monster-in-Law and was also used in the season 3 promo for Medium. The song was also covered by The White Stripes on an EP released 6 months after their album Get Behind Me Satan. The song was also the subject of a popular mashup when Party Ben combined it with Mylo's track "Paris Four Hundred". Renamed "Walking with a Ghost in Paris", the track was so successful that the label considered releasing it officially. 


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No matter which way you go
No matter which way you stay
You're out of my mind, out of my mind
Out of my mind, out of my mind

I was walking with a ghost
I said please, please don't insist
I was walking with a ghost
I said please, please don't insist

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The White Stripes

The White Stripes was an American rock duo, formed in 1997 in Detroit, Michigan. The group consisted of drummer Meg White (drums and occasional vocals) and songwriter Jack White (vocals, guitar, and keyboards). Meg and Jack White were previously married to each other, but are now divorced. After releasing several singles and three albums within the Detroit music scene, the White Stripes rose to prominence in 2002, as part of the garage rock revival scene. Their successful and critically acclaimed albums White Blood Cells and Elephant drew them attention from a large variety of media outlets in the United States and the United Kingdom, with the single "Seven Nation Army" and its now-iconic guitar riff becoming a huge hit. The band recorded a further two albums… more »

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Written by: Sara Keirsten Quin, Tegan Rain Quin

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Walking with a Ghost" is a song by Canadian indie rock band Tegan and Sara from their album "So Jealous" released in 2004.
Song Popularity
Although it wasn't officially a single, the song gained popularity and reached #43 on Billboard's Hot Digital Songs.
Genre-Classification
The original song had a more pop-based vibe, whereas The White Stripes' cover had a heavier rock edge, reflective of their garage rock style.
Cover Version
The song was covered by American rock duo The White Stripes in 2005, as part of their "Walking with a Ghost" EP.
Important Recognition
Tegan and Sara’s recording earned a spot in Rolling Stone's 100 Best Songs of the Decade at #69 for the years 2000 to 2010.
Song Lyrics
"Walking with a Ghost" is about trying to shake off thoughts or feelings for an ex that keep coming back and haunt like a ghost.
Musical Elements
Tegan and Sara are known for their harmonized singing style, which is exceptionally pronounced in "Walking with a Ghost". The White Stripes' version, on the other hand, applies their minimalist approach, with only guitars and drums.
Song Exposure
The White Stripes' cover of "Walking with a Ghost" significantly boosted the song's popularity and brought Tegan and Sara to the attention of a wider audience, particularly in the United States.
Live Performance
During live performances, The White Stripes would often mash-up "Walking with a Ghost" with their song "Screwdriver".
Music Video
The music video for the song, directed by Lisa Mann, features the twin sisters in a simple haunting black and white aesthetic. The White Stripes didn't create a video for their cover version.

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