Uprising
Muse
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Paranoia is in bloom The PR transmissions will resume They'll try to push drugs that keep us all dumbed down And hope that we will never see the truth around (So come on) Another promise, another seed Another packaged lie to keep us trapped in greed And all the green belts wrapped around our minds And endless red tape to keep the truth confined (So come on) They will not force us And they will stop degrading us And they will not control us And we will be victorious (So come on) Interchanging mind control Come let the revolution take its toll If you could flick a switch and open your third eye You'd see that we should never be afraid to die (So come on) Rise up and take the power back It's time the fat cats had a heart attack You know that their time is coming to an end We have to unify and watch our flag ascend (So come on) They will not force us They will stop degrading us They will not control us And we will be victorious (So come on) (Hey, hey, hey, hey) (Hey, hey, hey, hey) (Hey, hey, hey, hey) They will not force us They will stop degrading us They will not control us And we will be victorious (So come on) (Hey, hey, hey, hey)
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Written by: Matthew James Bellamy
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25 facts about this song
Release Date and Album"Uprising" was released on August 4, 2009, as the lead single from Muse's fifth studio album, "The Resistance".
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Architecture of LyricsThe song's lyrics were influenced by the 1984 protests in Poland and are about the uprising against the established system.
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Success and AccoladesThe song was a commercial success, reaching number nine on the UK Singles Chart and number one on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart in the US. It also won the “Best Single” award at the 2010 NME Awards.
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Billboard Rankings"Uprising" spent 17 consecutive weeks at number one on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart, a record at the time.
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Music Style"Uprising" has a distinct style, blending elements of rock, electronica, and glam rock, reminiscing musical influences from bands like Depeche Mode and the David Bowie.
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Video ConceptThe music video for "Uprising" features the band performing while various catastrophes occur in a "miniature" city. The band has stated that the video was inspired by the movie "Them!" and 1950s monster movies in general.
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Live Performances"Uprising" has remained a staple in Muse's live performances since its release, often being used to either open or close concerts.
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Song CompositionThe song is composed in the key of D minor and maintains a tempo of 128 beats per minute. Its structure includes two verses, a bridge, and multiple choruses.
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Cultural InfluenceThe song has been used in various forms of media, including the opening sequence for the 2011 Canadian Federal Election broadcast on the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation.
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Critic's TakeCritics have generally praised the song, specifically highlighting its catchiness, powerful lyrics and the band’s irresistible knack for epic, dramatic music.
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Grammy Nomination"Uprising" was also nominated for the Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals at the 53rd Grammy Awards.
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Worldwide RecognitionBesides United Kingdom and United States, the song topped the charts in Norway, and made it to top 10 in several other countries like Belgium, France, Ireland, and Canada.
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Undeniable Sound SignatureThe powerful and constant beat in "Uprising" is played on a synthesizer and bears a significant resemblance to the "Doctor Who" theme music. This has been pointed out by many fans and critics alike.
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Song Background"Uprising" is a song by the English rock band Muse. It is the lead single from their fifth studio album, "The Resistance" and was released on 7th September 2009.
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InspirationThe lead singer, Matt Bellamy, was inspired to write "Uprising" after attending a protest rally against the G20 in London.
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Chart Performance"Uprising" reached number 1 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart in the United States, spending 17 weeks at the top - the longest for any Muse song.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Uprising" was directed by Japanese comic artist, Kazuhisa Takenouchi.
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Musical StyleThe song is influenced by the style of glam rock, with comparisons made to artists like David Bowie and Queen. It also contains elements of electronica.
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Song LyricsThe lyrics of "Uprising" deliver a powerful message against governmental and societal corruption.
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UK Singles ChartDespite its success in the States, "Uprising" only reached number 9 in the UK Singles Charts.
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Awards"Uprising" won the Best Single award at the 2010 NME Awards.
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Grammy NominationIt was also nominated for the Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards.
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Live PerformancesDuring live performances, it is traditional for big, black balloons filled with confetti (referred to as "eyeballs" by the band) to be released into the crowd during the song.
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Public ReceptionDespite its politicized lyrics, the song was well received by fans and continues to be a standout track at Muse concerts.
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Content ControversyWhen the band performed the song at the 2011 Grammy Awards, they had to change the lyric from "f***ing psycho" to "crazy psycho" due to the show's family-friendly viewing policies.
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