Selfmachine

I Blame Coco

About Selfmachine

"Selfmachine" is a song by English band I Blame Coco from their debut album, The Constant. Produced by Klas Åhlund, it was released as the album's second single in digital format on 11 July 2010, with a 12" vinyl released the following day. The single was remixed by the likes of La Roux and Sub Focus, and was added to BBC Radio 1's B List playlist on 9 June 2010. The track was featured in the eighteenth episode of the fourth season of Gossip Girl, titled "The Kids Stay in the Picture" and aired on 18 April 2011.  


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2011
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I saw the mirror staring back at me
And it told me I'm a self machine
I saw the mirror staring back at me
And it told me I'm a self machine

It said I gave you these scars
And I gave you these wounds
I told you the false
And I showed you the truth

I saw the mirror staring back at me
And it told me I'm a self machine

Lonely robot in a wasteland,
rusting in a lonely harbour
Lonely robot in a wasteland
rusting in the harbour's water

I'm not a human if you say I'm not
I'm not a human if my hinges lock
And this motor that you call my heart
Is another machine that won't stop

And the impression of my self machine
The word was spoken and it was foreseen
Now we're too well too bothered in between
A pic so lost on my computer screen

Lonely robot in a wasteland,
rusting in a lonely harbour
Lonely robot in a wasteland
rusting in the harbour's water

I'm not a human if you say I'm not
I'm not a human if my hinges lock
And this motor that you call my heart
Is another machine that won't stop

Wait harbor, wait
Water still, water still
And shake, the ground will shake
Out stand still, out stand still

Lonely robot in a wasteland,
rusting in a lonely harbour
Lonely robot in a wasteland
rusting in the harbour's water

I'm not a human if you say I'm not
I'm not a human if my hinges lock
And this motor that you call my heart
Is another machine that won't stop

I'm not a human if you say I'm not
I'm not a human if my hinges lock
And this motor that you call my heart
Is another machine that won't stop

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I Blame Coco

Eliot Paulina Sumner (born 30 July 1990, Pisa, Tuscany, Italy), also known as Coco, is an English musician recording under the band name I Blame Coco. I Blame Coco's debut album, The Constant, was released in the United Kingdom on 8 November 2010. She is the daughter of musician Sting and actress/producer Trudie Styler. more »

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Written by: KLAS AHLUND, ELIOT SUMNER

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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15 facts about this song

Recording Artist
"Selfmachine" is a song by I Blame Coco, which is the stage name for the British recording artist Eliot Paulina Sumner.
Copywriting
The song was co-written by Coco herself and record producer Klas Åhlund.
Release Time
"Selfmachine" was released in July 2010 as the lead single of their debut album, "The Constant."
Musical Style
The song is recognized for its synth-pop and new wave style, with an intense electronic beat and catchy melodics.
Chart Performance
The song was a hit in several countries, it climbed the charts in Belgium, reaching the number 3 spot.
Music Video
The music video for "Selfmachine" was directed by Hope Audikana and featured Sumner in a post-apocalyptic world.
Artistic Pseudonym
Eliot Pauline Sumner, also known as I Blame Coco, is the daughter of English musician Sting and Irish actress Trudie Styler.
Major Influence
Coco’s father, Sting, had a major influence on her music career. He played a role in introducing her to the world of music.
Musical Tour
"Selfmachine" was among the songs performed by I Blame Coco during her concert tours in 2010.
Awards
In 2010, the song relegated as a nominee for Popjustice's Twenty Quid Music Prize for the best British pop single, although it did not win.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song explore the themes of loneliness and disconnectedness in a technological world, portraying the challenge of maintaining individuality amidst all of this.
Broadcasting
The song has been featured in various television shows and broadcasted on numerous radio stations around the world.
Reviews
"Selfmachine" received generally positive reviews from music critics, who noted its energetic beats and Sumner's strong vocals.
Musical Diversity
"Selfmachine" is a clear indication of I Blame Coco's diverse musical style, demonstrating a blend of pop, reggae, and electronic influences.
Album Success
The song contributed significantly to the commercial success of "The Constant", which peaked at number 86 on the UK Albums Chart.

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