Bloodbuzz Ohio

Julia Stone

About Bloodbuzz Ohio

"Bloodbuzz Ohio" is a single by indie rock band The National, from their fifth studio album, High Violet. It is notable for Matt Berninger's baritone vocals. It was made available for download on the band's website on March 24, 2010. The song was also released on 7" vinyl (with the exclusive B-side "Sin-Eaters") on May 3, 2010. The cover art of this single is a work by artist Mark Fox, titled Jane Jacobs Understands The Beehive. Julia Stone covered the song on her 2012 album, By the Horns.  


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2012
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Stand up straight at the foot of your love
I lift my shirt up
Stand up straight at the foot of your love
I lift my shirt up

I was carried to Ohio in a swarm of bees
I'll never marry but Ohio don't remember me

Lay my head on the hood of your car
I take it too far
Lay my head on the hood of your car
I take it too far

I still owe money to the money to the money I owe
I never thought about love when I thought about home
I still owe money to the money to the money I owe
The floors are falling out from everybody I know

I'm on a blood buzz
Yes I am
I'm on a blood buzz
I'm on a blood buzz
God I am
I'm on a blood buzz

I was carried to Ohio in a swarm of bees
I'll never marry but Ohio don't remember me

I still owe money to the money to the money I owe
I never thought about love when I thought about home
I still owe money to the money to the money I owe
The floors are falling out from everybody I know

I'm on a blood buzz
Yes I am
I'm on a blood buzz
I'm on a blood buzz
God I am
I'm on a blood buzz

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Julia Stone

Julia Stone (born 13 April 1984) is an Australian singer and songwriter from the northern beaches of Sydney. Julia began playing the trumpet at an early age and was raised by parents who had both performed as a folk music duo. Her musical career began in 2006 known internationally as the sister half of the Aria award winning brother-sister duo, Angus & Julia Stone. more »

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Written by: Matthew Donald Berninger, Aaron Brooking Dessner, Padma Newsome

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6 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Bloodbuzz Ohio" is a song originally performed by the American indie rock band "The National". The band comprises of Matt Berninger (vocals), Aaron Dessner (guitar, keyboards), Bryce Dessner (guitar), Scott Devendorf (bass) and Bryan Devendorf (drums). - The song was later covered by Julia Stone, an Australian singer-songwriter who is known for performing both as a solo artist and as part of the folk-pop duo Angus and Julia Stone.
Track Information
"Bloodbuzz Ohio" was first released by The National as the lead single from their fifth studio album, "High Violet" in 2010. The track was later covered by Julia Stone for her 2012 album, "By the Horns". - In the original version by The National, the song has a length of 4:36 minutes, while the covered version by Julia Stone is slightly shorter, clocking in at 3:44 minutes.
Lyrics and Theme
The lyrics of "Bloodbuzz Ohio" lyrically explore themes of regret, nostalgia and homesickness. - In the song, 'Ohio' refers to the home state of lead vocalist Matt Berninger. 'Bloodbuzz', although metaphorical, could be a reference to the buzzing feeling of alcohol or drugs, suggesting a relationship between addiction and homesickness. - Julia Stone's version retains the original lyrics but delivers them with a softly haunting rendition that gives the song a distinctly different ambiance.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, The National's version of "Bloodbuzz Ohio" reached number 16 on the U.S. Billboard Alternative Songs chart and stayed for 10 weeks. - Julia Stone's version, while much loved critically, did not chart as she is more of an independent artist.
Music Video
The music video for The National's "Bloodbuzz Ohio" was directed by Hope Hall, Andreas Burgess, and Carin Besser. The video features lead vocalist Matt Berninger alone in New York City, with interspersed images of bees, evoking the 'buzz' referenced in the song's title. - In contrast, Julia Stone's music video, directed by Jessie Hill, presents Stone singing in austere, desaturated surroundings, providing a strong visual companion to her soulful cover of the track.
Critical Reception
The National's original version of "Bloodbuzz Ohio" was well received by music critics and fans alike. It was considered one of the highlights from the High Violet album, a standout song for its intense lyrics and grandiose instrumentation. - Julia Stone's cover was likewise praised for its evocative interpretation of an already powerful track, showcasing Stone's unique vocal range and the versatility of the song itself.

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