Human

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About Human

"Human" is an electronic song performed by British group Goldfrapp. The song was written by the group with members of Startled Insects' (Tim Norfolk and Bob Locke), and produced by Alison Goldfrapp and Will Gregory for the duo's debut album Felt Mountain (2000). "Human" is the only track on Felt Mountain with additional songwriters. It was released as the album's third single on 26 February 2001 and reached number 87 on the UK Singles Chart. The song was sampled by American rapper Kanye West for his track "Freestyle 4".  


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They fall from your mouth
Propelled by your belly and your tongue
I shiver when you shake
And I fold into jelly
I think I loved you more than me

Are you human
Or a dud
Are you human
Or do you make it up

My baby cherry slipped
Pass me through your fingertips
Throw me down like an old rag
I'm not standing
Don't look back

Are you human
Or a dog
Are you human
Or do you make it up
Are you human
Or a dud
Are you human
Or do you make it up

They went searching 
For your body
They went looking
But there's nobody
Who smells like you
Who looks like you
You're not human, too

Are you human
Or a dog
Are you human
Or do you make it up
Are you human
Or a dud
Are you human
Or do you make it up

(are you human)

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Goldfrapp

Goldfrapp is an English electronic music duo, formed in 1999 in London, consisting of Alison Goldfrapp (vocals/synthesizer) and Will Gregory (synthesizer). more »

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Written by: ALISON ELIZABETH GOLDFRAPP, ROBERT LOCKE, ROBERT MILTON LOCKE, TIM NORFOLK, WILL GREGORY, WILLIAM OWEN GREGORY

Lyrics © Fintage House Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

About the Song
"Human" is a song by English music duo Goldfrapp. It's the third track on their debut studio album, "Felt Mountain," released in September 2000.
Duo Members
The Goldfrapp duo is made up of Alison Goldfrapp, who provides the vocals and synthesizer, and Will Gregory, who plays the keyboards.
Song Theme
"Human" explores the theme of humanity and the existential crisis associated with it.
Musical Style
This song showcases Goldfrapp's unique style. The song features a mix of electronics and orchestral strings, making it an example of synthpop and ambient music.
German Influence
"Human" and the entire album, "Felt Mountain," are influenced by German cinema and music, making the dual English and German release a sensible decision.
Inspiration
Alison's background as a psychiatric nurse was reportedly an influence on "Human" lyrics. It records personal observations of mental health patients, including their vulnerability and fragility.
Visual Aesthetic
The visual aesthetic of the song's video is memorable, with stylized settings and costumes, continuing their trend of visually striking music videos.
Critical Reception
Critics noticed the cinematic sound of "Human," and the song, along with the entire "Felt Mountain" album, received positive reviews, cementing Goldfrapp's status in the electro-pop genre.
Charts Performance
Despite its critical acclaim, "Human" did not chart particularly high, peaking at number 39 on the UK Singles Chart.
Live Performances
The song "Human" has been a popular choice for live performances by the duo, often appearing in their setlists since its release.
Awards
"Felt Mountain" album, which includes "Human," was nominated for the 2001 Mercury Prize, a prestigious recognition of music in the United Kingdom.

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