Octopus

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About Octopus

"Octopus" is a song by the British indie rock band Bloc Party, released as the lead single from the band's fourth album Four on 11 July 2012.


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It hid and it hid in his bedroom
Psycho killer teen dream action film
Gonna show you how we get down
In my hood

Bubbling bubbling cheap champagne
Leyendecker hole wrecker feel no pain
Lying face down when I swing your way
And what?
What's my name what's my name?

Mary Anna said it's a no-go
She don't feel like, she don't think so
I don't know why I feel like crying
Well come on, come on
Say come on, come on

They ran and they ran from his classroom
Roll another 40, make them scream
Gonna show you how we do things
In my hood

Tripping and a-tripping, erase all tapes
John Wayne, Rob Roy feel no pain
This is the point where you look the other way

You done
Lost your mind

Mary Anna said it's a no-go
She don't feel like, she don't think so
I don't know why I feel like crying
Well come on, come on
Say come on, come on

Mary Anna said it's a no-go
She don't feel like, she don't think so
I don't know why I feel like crying
Well come on, come on
Say come on, come on

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Bloc Party

Bloc Party are a British indie rock band, composed of Kele Okereke (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Russell Lissack (lead guitar), Gordon Moakes (bass guitar, synths, backing vocals, glockenspiel), and Matt Tong (drums, backing vocals). Their brand of music is said to have been drawn from such bands as The Cure,Mogwai,Siouxsie and the Banshees and in their more recent work Radiohead. more »

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Written by: GORDON MOAKES, KELE OKEREKE, MATT TONG, RUSSELL LISSACK

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Song Details
"Octopus" is a song by the British indie rock band Bloc Party, released as the lead single from their fourth studio album, "Four," both released in 2012.
Genre and Style
Classified as indie rock and post-punk revival, the song features textured guitar-based soundscapes combined with intricate drum patterns, characteristic of Bloc Party's style.
Music Video
The song's music video was directed by renowned Nova Dando and the band's lead singer, Kele Okereke. The video uses a looping concept to showcase the band's performance.
Chart Performance
The song had a good reputation on the charts, peaking at number 92 on the UK Singles Chart. It also ranked 34th on the US Alternative Songs (Billboard) chart.
Unique Lyrics
As in many Bloc Party's songs, the lyrics of "Octopus" are metaphorical and ambiguous. There is a certain level of abstraction and subtlety that leads to multiple interpretations.
Reunion
The song marks the band's comeback after a hiatus. This was Bloc Party's first release after 3 years, with their previous album, "Intimacy," released in 2009.
Critics' Footnotes
According to some music critics, the song showcases Bloc Party's heavier and punk-oriented side seen in their fourth album, distinguishing it from the more electronically driven sound of their previous work.
Live Performances
Bloc Party performed "Octopus" at a number of live shows and music festivals across the world, including at the iTunes Festival in 2012.
Artwork
The single's cover art is a piece by artist Rob Carmichael, known for his work with other indie acts. The design plays into the octopus theme with a circular, tentacle-like pattern.
Song Name
The title "Octopus" adds to the intrigue and abstract nature surrounding the song - it is open for interpretation just like the lyrics. There is no clear indication in the song's lyrics as to why the title was chosen.

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