New Slang
The Shins
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Gold teeth and a curse for this town Were all in my mouth Only, I don't know how they got out, dear Turn me back into the pet I was when we met I was happier then with no mindset And if you'd took to me like a Gull takes to the wind Oh, I'd a-jumped from my trees And I'd a-danced like the king of the eyesores And the rest of our lives would have fared well New slang when you notice the stripes The dirt in your fries Hope it's right when you die, old and bony Dawn breaks like a bull through the hall Never should have called But my head's to the wall and I'm lonely And if you'd took to me like a Gull takes to the wind Well, I'd a-jumped from my trees And I'd a-danced like the king of the eyesores And the rest of our lives would have fared well Godspeed, all the bakers at dawn May they all cut their thumbs And bleed into their buns 'til they melt away I'm lookin' in on the good life I might be doomed never to find Without a trust or flaming fields Am I too dumb to refine? And if you took to me like, well I'd a-danced like the queen of the eyesores And the rest of our lives would have fared well
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Written by: James Mercer
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Origin"New Slang" is a song by The Shins, an American indie rock band formed in 1996.
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AlbumThis song is from their debut studio album, "Oh, Inverted World," which was released in 2001.
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RecognitionIt is arguably the most popular song by The Shins and is widely recognized for featuring in various films and TV series.
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Billboard ChartsAlthough not having placed high in the Billboard charts upon its initial release, "New Slang" has consistently been one of the group's top-performing songs on streaming platforms.
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Influence"New Slang" is said to have influenced the indie rock genre significantly. Its sound played a key role in shaping the wave of indie rock music that emerged in the early 2000s.
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CompositionThe song is noted for its distinctive acoustic guitar work and melancholic lyrics.
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Film featureIt gained significant mainstream exposure after being featured in the 2004 film "Garden State" directed by Zach Braff.
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TV Show appearances"New Slang" has also been featured on television shows like "Scrubs" and "The OC."
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Pop CultureMcDonald's featured "New Slang" in one of their ads in early 2020, furthering the song's presence in popular culture.
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CoversA number of artists have covered "New Slang," including Tegan and Sara, further indicating its cultural significance.
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AccoladeIn 2007, it was named the 20th most iconic song of all time by Blender magazine.
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Band’s ViewFrontman, James Mercer, has stated that he is proud of the song as it played a critical role in propelling the band's success. He also recognized its status as a fan favorite.
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