Constant Conversations
Passion Pit
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Well you're wrapped up in a blanket and you're staring at the floor The conversation's moderated by the noisy streets below I never wanna hurt you baby, I'm just a mess with a name and a price And now I'm drunker than before, they told me drinking doesn't make me nice You never know where some people will go Yeah some people been hurtin' me You can tell by look, by the slightest crook In the neck or the blink of an eye Well then we'll see what they say and we'll do what they do But that doesn't mean a goddamn thing You can listen if you want, you can listen if you don't Yeah they'll talk, yeah they'll even sing Everybody now, oh oh oh oh oh They come singing through the window, singing through the trees, yeah They're singing trough the bright spring leaves Everybody now, oh oh oh oh oh Yeah they love you when they need you, but someday you're gonna need to Find some other kind of place to go, oh Now you're standing in the kitchen, and you're pouring out my drink Well there's a very obvious difference, and it's that one of us can think If there's a bump in the road yeah you fix it, But for me I'll just run off the road But tonight you've got me cornered, and I haven't got a place to go You never know where some people will go Yeah some people been hurtin' me You can tell by look, by the slightest crook In the neck or the blink of an eye Well then we'll see what they say and we'll do what they do But that doesn't mean a goddamn thing You can listen if you want, you can listen if you don't Yeah they'll talk, yeah they'll even sing Everybody now, oh oh oh oh oh They come singing through the window, singing through the trees Yeah they're singing trough the bright spring leaves Everybody now, oh oh oh oh oh (sing it loud, sing it loud) Yeah they love you when they need you, but someday you're gonna need to Find some other kind of place to go, don't you know Oh oh oh oh oh Oh oh oh oh oh
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Written by: MICHAEL ANGELAKOS
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15 facts about this song
Genre"Constant Conversations" is classified under the genres of Synthpop, Indietronica and Alternative Dance, blending electronic and indie elements in a dance-friendly way.
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Release DateThe song was released on July 9, 2012, as a part of Passion Pit's second studio album "Gossamer."
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Record LabelThe song, along with the album Gossamer, was released under the record label Columbia Records.
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Reception"Constant Conversations" was received well by music critics and listeners alike, with many appreciating the band's experimentation with R&B influences.
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InspirationThe song was inspired by the lead singer Michael Angelakos' struggle with bipolar disorder, a theme prevalent in many songs from the album "Gossamer."
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Chart PerformanceEven though the song did not chart on the Billboard Hot 100, it was widely appreciated and became an integral part of Passion Pit's discography.
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Music Video StarsThe music video of "Constant Conversations" features a lineup of star actors including Tunde Adebimpe from TV On The Radio, Angelakos's wife Kristy Mucci, and actress Analeigh Tipton.
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PopularityDespite not charting, "Constant Conversations" remains one of Passion Pit's most popular tracks on streaming platforms like Spotify, with millions of streams.
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Live PerformancesThe song has been performed live by Passion Pit during their tours and has always been highly anticipated by the audience.
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RemixThe song has a popular remix version by American rapper Juicy J.
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Critical Acclaim"Constant Conversations" has been critically acclaimed for its blend of melancholic lyrics and upbeat instrumentation, which creates a unique contrast in the song.
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Artistic DirectionThe music video for "Constant Conversations" created a lot of buzz due to its unique and artistic portrayal of a house party, which was highly appreciated and earned the band critical praise.
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Music CompositionThe composition of the song is noted for its unique mix of electronica and R&B, a departure from the band's usual synth-pop sound.
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LyricismMichael Angelakos is widely admired for his candid lyricism in this track, which deals with the mental and emotional aspects of struggling with a disorder.
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Usage in MediaThe song has been used in few television series, enhancing its popularity among a broader audience.
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