Little Shocks

Kaiser Chiefs

About Little Shocks

"Little Shocks" is a song by English indie rock band Kaiser Chiefs, taken from their fourth studio album The Future Is Medieval (2011). The song was written by Nick Hodgson, Ricky Wilson, Simon Rix, Nick Baines, and Andrew "Whitey" White. It was produced by Tony Visconti. It peaked at number 179 on the UK Singles Chart.


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2011
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I don't want much
I'm happy? with what I've got
On the second floor
I pass a ruffian on the stairs
What the driver saw
Ah through the letter box of number four
I don't have much
It will be deafening when I do

And all these little shocks I'll be riding my imaginary dynamo
I wish I could give you undivided attention every minute of the day but I can't
I wish I could give you undivided attention every minute of the day but I can't

Bless my heart
And everything will be explained
In the diaries
Especially the latter part
I'll be a somebody
I found an empty glass today at home
Give me ability
Turn up the pedal away from his hand

And all these little shocks I'll be riding my imaginary dynamo
I wish I could give you undivided attention every minute of the day but I can't
I wish I could give you undivided attention every minute of the day? but I can't
I wish I could have just a little bit more
Just a little bit more of your time
I wish I could give you undivided attention every minute of the day but I can't

I wish I could give you undivided attention every minute of the day but I can't 
I wish I could give you undivided attention every minute of the day but I can't
I wish I could give you undivided attention every minute of the day but I can't
I wish I could give you undivided attention every minute of the day but I can't

And all these little shocks I'll be riding my imaginary dynamo
I wish I could give you undivided attention every minute of the day but I can't
I wish I could give you undivided attention every minute of the day but I can't
I wish I could have just a little bit more, just a little bit more of your time
I wish I could give you undivided attention every minute of the day but I can't

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Kaiser Chiefs

Kaiser Chiefs are an English Indie Rock band from Leeds who formed in 1996.. The band consists of lead vocalist Ricky Wilson, guitarist Andrew "Whitey" White, bassist Simon Rix and keyboardist Nick "Peanut" Baines. Founding member drummer and co-songwriter Nick Hodgson left the band in late 2012. more »

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Written by: ANDREW WHITE, CHARLES RICHARD WILSON, JAMES RIX, NICHOLAS BAINES, NICHOLAS HODGSON

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13 facts about this song

Release Date
"Little Shocks" was released on May 16, 2011.
Album
It is the band Kaiser Chiefs' first single from their fourth studio album, "The Future is Medieval."
Performance
Though not a major chart-topping hit, "Little Shocks" peaked at number 179 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Composition
Unlike many of the Kaiser Chiefs' previous songs, "Little Shocks" features a lot of synthesizer sounds, showcasing a new direction for the band.
Single Package
The single was made available with a B-side track named "Out of Focus."
Innovative Release Strategy
The Kaiser Chiefs used an innovative strategy for releasing "The Future is Medieval," allowing fans to create their own album by choosing 10 out of 20 songs - in which "Little Shocks" was included - from their website, along with designing the album artwork.
Band Members
The band, including the lineup for "Little Shocks," consists of Ricky Wilson (lead vocals), Andrew White (guitar, vocals), Simon Rix (bass, vocals), Nick Baines (keyboard), and Vijay Mistry (drums).
Video
The music video for "Little Shocks" was directed by Dan Sully, who also directed the band's "Man on Mars" music video.
Lyrics
The song carries a metaphorical message, typically interpreting life's little shocks as unexpected hardships that could be experienced.
Music Style
"Little Shocks" represents the band’s shift from their indie rock origins to a more experimental, electronic sound.
Critical Reception
The song received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its darker, more mature sound, and others missing the band's earlier, upbeat style.
Tour
After releasing "Little Shocks," Kaiser Chiefs embarked on a UK and European tour playing the likes of London's Electric Ballroom and Spain's Bilbao BBK Live.
Production
The song was produced by Tony Visconti, a well-known producer who has worked with iconic artists like David Bowie and T. Rex.

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