Love Illumination
Franz Ferdinand
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When you're half way from a dream Is it hard to work out what is real? Is the real over there more vivid than here ever feels? We could love We could love you If you need somebody to love you While you're looking for somebody to love Sweet love illumination Sweet sweet love, elevation Outside fresh avaricide But inside our love you'll be alright Sweet love illumination Sweet sweet love, celebration Cop car burn Reason turn But it'll bring you up You'll be alright Is the Blackpool bright light Brighter than the light in your home? Were you born to be loved but nobody else seems to know? We could love We could love you If you need somebody to love you While you're looking for somebody to love Sweet love illumination Sweet sweet love, elevation Outside fresh avaricide But inside our love you'll be alright Sweet love illumination Sweet sweet love, celebration Cop car burn Reason turn But it'll bring you up You'll be alright We could love We could love you If you need somebody to love you While you're looking for somebody We're all looking for somebody We're all looking for somebody to love Sweet love illumination Sweet sweet love, elevation Outside fresh avaricide But inside our love you'll be alright Sweet love illumination Sweet sweet love, celebration Cop car burn Reason turn But it'll bring you up You'll be alright Sweet love Sweet sweet love Sweet sweet love Sweet sweet love Sweet sweet love Sweet love
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Written by: ALEXANDER PAUL KAPRANOS HUNTLEY, NICHOLAS JOHN MCCARTHY, PAUL ROBERT THOMPSON, ROBERT HARDY
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Love Illumination" is a 2013 release by the Scottish rock band, Franz Ferdinand. It was the second single from the band's fourth studio album, "Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action".
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Song CompositionThe song is characteristic of the band's post-punk revival and indie-rock style, featuring energetic guitar riffs, catchy hooks and vibrant, dance-worthy rhythms.
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Creative ProcessIn an interview, band member Alex Kapranos mentioned that the song was written in a very spontaneous way during a jam session, reflecting the band's collaborative song-writing process.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its popularity, "Love Illumination" did not chart in the UK or the US. However, it still remains a fan favorite during the band's live performances.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Love Illumination" was directed by Tim Saccenti. It features the band performing the song amid a series of surreal situations, including dancers in unusual costumes and kaleidoscopic visuals.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from music critics. NME described the song as 'synth-stabbing, glam-stomping magnificent', while Rolling Stone praised the song's upbeat tempo and catchy chorus.
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Live PerformancesDuring live shows, "Love Illumination" is frequently paired with "Right Action", another single from the same album, creating an energy-filled introduction to the band's set.
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Song ThemesIn keeping with the album's overall theme of looking for the positive in the world, "Love Illumination" features lyrics about seeking and finding personal understanding and enlightenment.
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InspirationThe song was partially inspired by a quote from the famous French novelist and playwright, Honoré de Balzac.
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Unique FeatureOne aspect that sets "Love Illumination" apart is its unique bridge section, which features an unexpected tempo change and ends with a saxophone solo, adding an extra layer of musical interest to the song.
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