The Fear
Lily Allen
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I want to be rich and I want lots of money I don't care about clever, I don't care about funny I want loads of clothes and fuckloads of diamonds I heard people die while they are trying to find them And I'll take my clothes off and it will be shameless 'Cause everyone knows that's how you get famous I'll look at the sun and I'll look in the mirror I'm on the right track, yeah, I'm on to a winner I don't know what's right and what's real anymore I don't know how I'm meant to feel anymore When do you think it will all become clear 'Cause I'm being taken over by the fear Life's about film stars and less about mothers It's all about fast cars and cussing each other But it doesn't matter 'cause I'm packing plastic And that's what makes my life so fuckin' fantastic And I am a weapon of massive consumption And it's not my fault, it's how I'm programmed to function I'll look at the sun and I'll look in the mirror I'm on the right track, yeah, I'm on to a winner I don't know what's right and what's real anymore I don't know how I'm meant to feel anymore When do you think it will all become clear 'Cause I'm being taken over by the fear Forget about guns and forget ammunition 'Cause I'm killing them all on my own little mission Now I'm not a saint but I'm not a sinner Now everything is cool as long as I'm getting thinner I don't know what's right and what's real anymore I don't know how I'm meant to feel anymore When do you think it will all become clear 'Cause I'm being taken over by the fear
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Written by: Lily Rose Allen, Greg Kurstin
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"The Fear" was released on 26th December 2008 as the lead single from Lily Allen's second studio album, "It's Not Me, It's You".
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached the top spot on the UK Singles Chart, becoming Allen's second UK number one after "Smile".
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Lyrics and ThemesThe lyrics of "The Fear" discuss the superficiality and materialism of modern society. It is known for its satirical content and critical take on celebrity culture.
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Music VideoThe music video for "The Fear" is equally as satirical as the lyrics. Allen is seen in a luxurious mansion, surrounded by dancers dressed as royal footmen and clutching tabloid newspapers.
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SongwritingThis song was written by Lily Allen and Greg Kurstin. Kurstin also produced the song.
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Awards"The Fear" won the Brit Award for Best British Single at the 2010 Brit Awards, providing Allen her first ever Brit Award win.
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ReceptionThe song was well received by the critics. It has been praised for its catchy melody, clever lyrics, and Allen's witty take on pop stardom.
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PopularityThis song became a major hit and has since remained one of Allen's signature songs, often being played on radio stations and in clubs even years after its release.
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Worldwide AchievementNot only did it reach number one in the UK, but "The Fear" also charted at the top of the charts in three other countries and within the top 10 in many other regions globally.
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CertificationIn the UK, "The Fear" has been certified Double Platinum by the British Phonographic Industry, denoting over 1.2 million sales.
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