Graffiti
Maxïmo Park
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Well that's enough! I can't take anymore I'm right out of vision I'm right out of hope You set me up You just knock me down What's on your conscience Nothing happens in my town I'll do Graffiti if you sing to me in French What are we doing here if romance isn't dead? Mind your mouth, as you work with me Take it all, as you cross the street Well that's enough! I've had it up to here I've lost my vision I've lost my hope You work me up Just hand me down You've lost your conscience 'cause nothing happens in my town I'll do Graffiti if you sing to me in French What are we doing here if romance isn't dead? Stay in line, on the Foreign trip We can ohhh but I need a lift I'll do Graffiti if you sing to me in French What are we doing here if romance isn't dead? Stay in line, on the Foreign trip We can ohh-ohh but I need a lift, and that's enough!
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Written by: DUNCAN ROBERT LLOYD, PAUL ANTHONY SMITH, THOMAS ALEXANDER ENGLISH, ARCHIS TIKU, LUKAS JAMES WOOLLER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Walt Disney Music Company, SENTRIC MUSIC
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11 facts about this song
Album Origin"Graffiti" is a track from Maximo Park's debut album, "A Certain Trigger", which was released in 2005.
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Charts PerformanceThe song reached number 15 on the UK Singles Chart, which represents its popularity in the band's native country.
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Musical StyleMusically, the song is known for its catchy, almost dichotomic blend of indie rock and pop nuances, held together with an enduring punk ethic.
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Lyric ContentLyrically, “Graffiti” is a song that addresses the thematic of boredom and mediocrity of suburbia life and the need to express your individuality, even through illegal means, like graffiti.
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Video DirectionThe music video for "Graffiti" was directed by renowned music video director, Diamond Dogs, who has also worked with artists like the Kaiser Chiefs and Arctic Monkeys.
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Critical ReceptionThis song was highly praised by critics, delineating standout responses to the unique vocal style, energetic presentation, and the memorable kinetic guitar riff.
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Band's DiscographyIt served as one of the early indicators of the band’s future success, as "A Certain Trigger" was nominated for the Mercury Prize in 2005.
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Release DateThe single was released on April 18, 2005, and reached the top 15 on the UK Singles Chart, demonstrating its immediate popularity.
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Performance of the SongMaxïmo Park was known for playing "Graffiti" as part of their live set in many concerts, due to its popularity among fans.
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Music InfluenceThe band’s distinctive sound in "Graffiti" has been said to carry influences of The Futureheads and Franz Ferdinand, both leading acts in the post-punk revival at that time.
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Record Label"Graffiti" was released through Warp Records, a label typically more associated with electronic music, thus aiding its unique standing in the indie-rock genre.
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