Lives

Modest Mouse

About Lives

"Other People's Lives" is a 1997 7" single by American indie rock band Modest Mouse. The single features "Other People's Lives" on the A-side, with "Grey Ice Water" on the B-side. Both songs later appeared on the Building Nothing Out of Something compilation and were left unreleased elsewhere. The first pressing was on clear bright blue vinyl. Up Records claims this was a mispressing and subsequent pressings were on dark seafoam green marbled vinyl. The green vinyl edition is rarer than the mispressed blue vinyl.  


Year:
2000
3:18
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Everyone's afraid of their own lives
If you could be anything you want
I bet you'd be disappointed, am I right?

No one really knows the ones they love
If you knew everything they thought
I bet that you would wish that they'd just shut up

Well, you were the dull sound of sharp math
When you were alive
No one's going to play the harp when you die
And if I had a nickel for every damn dime
I'd have half the time, do you mind?

Everyone's afraid of their own lives
If you could be anything you want
I bet you'd be disappointed, am I right?
Am I right, am I right, am I right?
Am I right, am I right, am I right?

And it's our lives
It's hard to remember, it's hard to remember
We're alive for the first time
It's hard to remember, it's hard to remember
We're alive for the last time
It's hard to remember, it's hard to remember
To live before you die

It's hard to remember, it's hard to remember
That our lives are such a short time
It's hard to remember, it's hard to remember
When it takes such a long time
It's hard to remember, it's hard to remember

My mom's God is a woman and my mom she is a witch
I like this
My hell comes from inside, comes from inside myself
Why fight this?

Everyone's afraid of their own lives
If you could be anything you want
I bet you'd be disappointed, am I right?

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Modest Mouse

Modest Mouse is an American indie rock band who were formed in 1993 in Issaquah, Washington, by singer/lyricist/guitarist Isaac Brock, drummer Jeremiah Green, and bassist Eric Judy. Since their 1996 debut album, This Is a Long Drive for Someone with Nothing to Think About, their lineup has centered around Brock, Green and Judy. Guitarist Johnny Marr (formerly of The Smiths) joined the band in May 2006, along with percussionist Joe Plummer (formerly of the Black Heart Procession) and multi-instrumentalist Tom Peloso, to work on the album We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank. Guitarist Jim Fairchild joined the band in February 2009. Their name is derived from a passage from the Virginia Woolf story "The Mark on the Wall" which reads, "I wish I could hit upon … more »

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Written by: ERIC JUDY, ISAAC BROCK, JEREMIAH GREEN

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing

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17 facts about this song

Album Release
"Lives" by Modest Mouse is a song from their fourth studio album, named "The Moon & Antarctica" that was released in 2000.
Genre
The song falls under the Indie rock genre for which Modest Mouse is famously known.
Song Genre
This song is a mixture of rock and folk influences with dark and introspective lyrics, reflective of the band's style.
Album Reception
"The Moon & Antarctica," the album featuring "Lives," received critical acclaim and increased the band's profile significantly.
Band Members
The primary contributors to this song, as in most of Modest Mouse's music, were the core members Isaac Brock (vocal, guitar), Jeremiah Green (drums), and Eric Judy (bass).
Record Label
"Lives" and its enclosing album was the band's first on a major record label, Epic Records.
Inspirational Lyrics
The lyrics of "Lives" have been described as deeply philosophical and introspective, encouraging listeners to anticipate the unexpected and appreciate the moments of their lives.
Perception of Life
The song explores themes of mortality, existence, and the human condition, drawing for many a bleak yet honest portrayal of life.
Song Length
"Lives" is a relatively short song, with a runtime of just under 3 minutes and 30 seconds.
Album Theme
"The Moon & Antarctica," including the song "Lives," is known for exploring themes of isolation, death, and the afterlife.
Usage in Media
The song is popular among fans and has been used in various forms of media. It is often used to underscore emotional moments due to its evocative lyrics and music.
Live Performances
"Lives" is a staple at most Modest Mouse concerts and is well-received by the audience.
Fan Interpretations
Many fans interpret the song as being about life's hardships and the importance of staying resilient through tough times.
Artistic Expression
The song showcases Isaac Brock's raw, emotive vocal style and the band's complex musical arrangements. It has been praised as a moving and powerful expression of existential angst.
Production
The production of the song – and the whole album – was notably more polished compared to the band's previous works, reflecting their move to a major label.
Influence
The introspective lyrics and poignant melodies of songs like "Lives" have solidified Modest Mouse's place as influential figures in the indie rock scene.
Success
Even though "Lives" was never released as a single, the strength of the album helped Modest Mouse achieve mainstream success and marked a turning point in their career.

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