Helicopter

Bloc Party

About Helicopter

"Helicopter" is a song by English rock band Bloc Party that was originally released as a stand-alone single in the UK in 2004 and would later feature on the Little Thoughts EP, and would then be released two years later as a single from their debut album, Silent Alarm in the US. The song was received with much acclaim, reaching number 26 on the UK Singles Chart on its first release, but failing to chart in the US. Various remixes have been recorded. The song has also been featured on the video games Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock, Guitar Hero: On Tour, FIFA 06, Project Gotham Racing 3, Burnout Revenge, Burnout Legends, Colin McRae Dirt 2, and Marc Eckō's Getting Up: Contents Under Pressure. The song was also featured in the films Yes Man, Charlie St. Cloud and Grandma's Boy and in the Malcolm in the Middle episode "Morp". A remix of the song was featured in the film Reverb. 


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North to South
Empty
Running on
Bravado
As if to say, as if to say
As if to say he doesn't like chocolate
He's born a liar, he'll die a liar
Some things will never be different

Stop being, so American
There's a time and there's a place
So James Dean
So blue jeans
Gonna save the world
He's gonna

Are you hoping for a miracle?
Are you hoping for a miracle?
Are you hoping for a miracle?
Are you hoping for a miracle?

Three out of five, three out of five (it's not enough)
Six out of ten
Better luck next time
Just like his dad, just like his dad (the same mistakes)
Some things will never be different
Hungry and dumb, hungry and dumb (so wait in line)
Queuing up for some more junk food
It's not my fault, it's not my fault (just this once)
They're getting so much younger

Why can't you be, more European?
Bastard child of guilt and shame
Bury your head in the sand
I'm thinking six, six, six
I'm thinking six

Are you hoping for a miracle?
Are you hoping for a miracle?
Are you hoping for a miracle?
Are you hoping for a miracle?

Are you hoping for a miracle? (it's not enough)
Are you hoping for a miracle? (it's not enough)
Are you hoping for a miracle? (it's not enough)
Are you hoping for a miracle? (it's not enough)

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Bloc Party

Bloc Party are a British indie rock band, composed of Kele Okereke (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Russell Lissack (lead guitar), Gordon Moakes (bass guitar, synths, backing vocals, glockenspiel), and Matt Tong (drums, backing vocals). Their brand of music is said to have been drawn from such bands as The Cure,Mogwai,Siouxsie and the Banshees and in their more recent work Radiohead. more »

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Written by: Russell Lissack, Gordon Moakes, Kele Okereke, Matt Tong

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11 facts about this song

Band Origin
"Helicopter" is a song by the British rock band Bloc Party. The band was formed in London in 1999.
Album Information
The song was part of their debut studio album, titled "Silent Alarm." The album was released in 2005.
Commercial Success
"Helicopter" was a commercial success. It debuted at number 30 in the UK Singles Chart in November 2004.
Influential Song
"Helicopter" is considered one of the most influential songs of Bloc Party. Its unique guitar riff and catchy chorus are often cited as defining factors in its popularity.
Song Interpretation
The song is often interpreted as making a political statement, possibly criticizing President George W. Bush. However, lead singer and lyricist Kele Okereke has stated it actually speaks more about the directionless feelings of young adulthood.
Reissue
Both a single version and an album version of "Helicopter" exist. The song was re-recorded for the album after the single's initial release.
Recognition
The song was ranked number 387 in Blender’s list of "500 Greatest Songs Since You Were Born."
Music Video
Bloc Party released a music video for "Helicopter" in 2004. Directed by Minivegas, it features a mix of band footage with animated sequences and has a distinct angular design aesthetic.
Popular Success
The song "Helicopter" became hugely popular in North America, Europe, and Australia, expanding the band's fanbase considerably.
Use in Media
"Helicopter" has been frequently featured in various forms of media. It's been used in video games like "SSX On Tour", "Burnout Revenge", "Burnout Legends", "FIFA Street 2", and "Project Gotham Racing 3". It has also been featured on TV shows like "The OC".
Cultural Impact
Since its release, the song has been covered by many bands and has become an anthem of the indie rock genre in the mid-2000s.

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