Laredo

Band of Horses

About Laredo

"Laredo" is the second single taken from Band of Horses' third album Infinite Arms, which was released on April 13, 2010. The song peaked #34 on the US Alternative Songs chart and #41 on the US Rock Songs chart, making it the band's third most successful single after "Casual Party" and "Is There a Ghost".


Year:
2010
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Gonna take a trip to Laredo
Gonna take a dip in the lake
Oh, I'm at a crossroads with myself
I don't got no one else

And possibilities at the door
I won't be needing them anymore
Oh, is this the first time in your life?
It's hard just to get by

But oh, my love, don't you even know?
And oh, my love, are you really gone?
Oh

And can you see the world through a window?
Are you having troubles in droves?
Oh, I think the worst thing I could do
Is get back home to you

I put a bullet in my Kia Lorenzo
A kitchen knife fucked in my face
Throw me in the deep of Jenner Lake
Believe me when I say

That oh, my love, you don't even call
And oh, my love, is that you on the phone?
Oh

Oh, my love, you don't even know
And oh, my love, are you really gone?
Oh

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Band of Horses

Band of Horses, originally known for a brief period as Horses, is an American rock band formed in 2004 in Seattle, United States (US), by Ben Bridwell. The band has released four studio albums, the most successful of which is 2010's Grammy-nominated Infinite Arms. The band's lineup, which included Mat Brooke for the debut album, has undergone several changes; although, the current members, Bridwell, Ryan Monroe, Tyler Ramsey, Bill Reynolds, and Creighton Barrett, have all been with the band for several years. Band of Horses' fourth studio album, Mirage Rock, was released in September 2012. more »

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Written by: BENJAMIN BRIDWELL

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11 facts about this song

Album Context
Band of Horses' third studio album, "Infinite Arms," features the song "Laredo." The album was released in 2010 and was the first album to be produced by the band itself.
Song Performance
"Laredo," as a single, peaked at number 36 in the US on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart. It has remained a fan favorite in live performances.
Critic reviews
Upon its release, the song was praised for its melodic catchiness and nostalgic musical style, reminiscent of 70s rock.
Songwriting
The song was written by three members of the band, Ben Bridwell, Creighton Barrett, and Ryan Monroe. The lyrics are characteristically cryptic, offering rich imagery rather than a clear narrative.
Music Video
The music video for "Laredo" was filmed in the countryside and includes visuals of the band performing along with fragments of rural life.
Background Influence
The song was supposedly named after Laredo, Texas. However, the band has never explicitly confirmed whether the title bears any direct connection to the city.
Album success
"Infinite Arms," the album featuring "Laredo," was nominated for a Grammy in the Best Alternative Album category in 2011.
Musical Style
"Laredo" is known for its distinctive jangly guitars, bright vocal melodies, and rich, multi-part harmonies. This gives it a classic, yet contemporary, indie rock sound.
Pop Culture Connection
"Laredo" found popularity beyond the indie and alternative scene. It was featured in episodes of popular television shows like "One Tree Hill" and "90210."
Band's Evolution
The album "Infinite Arms" represents a crucial point in Band of Horses' evolution, as the band developed a more polished, expansive sound compared to their earlier work. "Laredo" exemplifies this transition.
Live Performances
"Laredo" has often been highlighted as a standout during Band of Horses' live performances, demonstrating the band's powerful, anthemic potential. Regardless of how much their sonic palette has expanded over the years, "Laredo" shows that the band can still master a stripped-down, guitar-driven song.

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