! (The Song Formerly Known as)
Regurgitator
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I don't go to parties baby 'cause people tend to freak me out Watch their lips you can work it out I can hear the words but I still don't know what it's all about You won't see me down the disco mama Bright lights really hurt my eyes I'd rather stay and dance with you To the funky music playing on your stereo Ooh ooh, things don't get no better Better than you and new Ooh ooh, things don't get no better Better than you and me I don't go to concerts baby Music's always up too loud Cigarettes and alcohol get up my arse I always lose you in the crowd You won't see me tribal raving baby 'cause I won't ever look that good I'd rather dance in ugly pants in the comfort of a loungeroom in suburbia Ooh ooh, things don't get no better Better than you and me Ooh ooh, things don't get no better Better than you and me That's right Ooh ooh, things don't get no better Better than you and me Ooh ooh, things don't get no better Better than you and me That's right Better than you and me Better than you and me Thankyou mr. dj
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Written by: SYLVESTER LEVAY, STEPHAN PRAGER, QUAN YEOMANS
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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14 facts about this song
Music Genre"! (The Song Formerly Known as)" by Regurgitator is classified under the genres of Alternative rock and Electronica.
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Album InformationThe song is from the second studio album of the band 'Unit' released in 1997.
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Chart SuccessUpon release, "! (The Song Formerly Known As)" reached #14 on the Australian ARIA Singles Chart.
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AwardsIn 1998, the song was nominated for the ARIA Music Award for Single of the Year.
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InspirationThe title of the song is likely inspired by the artist Prince, who changed his name to an unpronounceable symbol and was referred to as 'The Artist Formerly Known as Prince'.
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Conventional UsageThe song has often been used in Australian sporting events.
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Music VideoThe music video for "! (The Song Formerly Known As)" is quite iconic. It features the band performing inside a computer game, which was a novel concept at the time of its release.
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Popular ReceptionThe song is considered one of Regurgitator's biggest hits and has been lauded for its fusion of electronic and rock music.
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InfluenceThe song has been cited as an important influence on Australian alternative music in the late 90s and has been credited with helping to popularize the electronica genre in Australia.
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Re-releaseThe album 'Unit', featuring "! (The Song Formerly Known As)", was re-released in 2013 in a digitally remastered format, signifying its lasting impact and popularity.
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Critic OpinionCritics have hailed the song for its clever lyrics, which satirically comment on consumer culture.
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Live Performances"! (The Song Formerly Known As)" is a staple during Regurgitator's live performances and is often the most anticipated song of their set list.
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Triple J Hottest 100Regurgitator's "! (The Song Formerly Known As)" comes in at #7 in the Triple J Hottest 100 of 1998.
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Song DurationThe runtime of the song is approximately three minutes and twenty-three seconds.
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