Four Kicks
Kings of Leon
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Huff men don't take no nonsense He's here to rectify He's got his black belt buckle And the red mans fire in his eyes You with your switchblade posse I'll get my guns from the south We'll take to the yard like a cock fight 4 kicks, who's struttin' now? This party's overrated But there ain't shit else to do She's a lovin' on the boy from the city I'll be lovin' him under my shoe
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Written by: Caleb Followill, Jared Followill, Matthew Followill, Nathan Followill
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"Four Kicks," by Kings of Leon, was released on November 7, 2005, in the UK as the first and lead single of the band's second album, "Aha Shake Heartbreak."
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Music GenreThe song is a blend of indie rock and garage rock revival in style, fitting with the band's overall southern rock style with blues influences.
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Song PerformanceThe song is known for its high energy and upbeat tempo, which showcase the raw and unfiltered sound that Kings of Leon was renowned for during this phase of their career.
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Song Ranking"Four Kicks" peaked at No. 24 on the UK Singles Chart, indicating its popularity and success in the region during the time of its release.
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Song WritingLike many other Kings of Leon's songs, "Four Kicks" was written by all four members of the band – brothers Caleb Followill, Nathan Followill, Jared Followill, and their cousin, Matthew Followill.
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Music Video ControversyThe music video for "Four Kicks" stirred controversy due to its violent nature. It's an understated black and white video, depicting a bar fight escalating into extreme violence.
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Live Performances"Four Kicks" is known as one of Kings of Leon's staple songs during their live performances, much loved by the band's fans for its infectious energy and groove.
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B-SideThe B-side of "Four Kicks" featured the song “Talihina Sky,” an unreleased track from their previous studio efforts which later served as the title of a 2011 documentary about the band.
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Song LyricsThe lyrics of "Four Kicks" are typically cryptic and open to interpretation, as it is characteristic of many Kings of Leon songs.
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Album Success"Four Kicks" played a significant role in solidifying the success of its parent album "Aha Shake Heartbreak," which peaked at No. 3 on the UK Albums Chart and was certified 2x Platinum in the UK.
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