My Number

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About My Number

"My Number" is a song by British rock band Foals, released as the second single from their third studio album Holy Fire. The song debuted live on 13 November 2012 during the band's performance on Later... with Jools Holland. A month later to the date, they debuted the album version on Zane Lowe's BBC Radio 1 show on 13 December, then posted it via their YouTube page later the same day. A few days later, the single was released digitally in Australia on 17 December 2012. The music video premiered on 23 January 2013. The song reached number 23 in the UK Singles Chart to become their highest charting single to date. It is also the band's most successful single to date worldwide. The single artwork is by Leif Podhajsky.  


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You don't have my number
We don't need any trouble now
We don't need the city
Who create all the culture now

'Cause I feel, I feel alive
I feel, I feel alive
I feel the streets are all pulling me down

So people of the city
I don't need your counsel now
And I don't need that good advice
'Cause you don't have my lover's touch

You don't have my number
We don't need any trouble now
Who create all the culture
We can move beyond it now

Now the wolves is knocking at my door
Bang-bangin', ask for more
Stand here we stand tall
We could move beyond these walls

I don't need your counsel
And I don't need these city streets
And I don't need that good advice
'Cause we can move beyond it now!

You don't have my number
We don't need any trouble now
Create all the culture
You don't have my lover's touch

'Cause I feel, I feel alive
I feel, I feel alive
I feel the streets are not far from here

Do you even hear me?
Do you even know my name?
Can we see the ocean now?
(You don't have my lovers touch)

Can you, can you hear me?
Now you're really listening now

'Cause you don't have my number
And we don't need each other now
You can't steal my phone though
'Cause you don't have my lovers touch

You don't have my number
And I don't need no one now
And I don't need these city streets
Who create all the culture now

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Foals

Foals are an English rock band from Oxford, England. They are currently signed to Transgressive Records in the United Kingdom and Sub Pop in the United States. They released their debut album Antidotes on 24 March 2008 in the UK, and 8 April 2008 in the US. The band's second album, Total Life Forever, was released on 10 May 2010. The band's first mixtape "Tapes" was released 3 July 2012 as part of the !K7 series. The band's third album "Holy Fire" is to be released 11 February 2013. The first single from "Holy Fire" called "Inhaler" premiered on Zane Lowe's BBC Radio 1 show on 5 November 2012 and released on iTunes the same day. more »

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Written by: James Smith, Jack Bevan, Walter Gervers, Yannis Philippakis

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General Fact
"My Number" is a song by British indie rock band Foals included in their third studio album titled, "Holy Fire".
Album Fact
Released in 2013, "Holy Fire" peaked at number 2 on the UK Albums Chart, with "My Number" being one of its most popular songs.
Release and Reception
"My Number" was released as the album’s second single and reached number 23 on the UK Singles Chart - a considerable achievement for the indie rock genre.
Awards
The song was nominated for 'Best Single' at the NME Awards in 2014.
Music Video
A music video for “My Number” was released in January 2013, directed by US director Dave Ma.
Musical Style
"My Number" is characterized by its catchy, driving beat and edgy guitar riffs that cement Foals as mainstays of the indie rock scene.
Premiere
The song was first played live on 13 November 2012 during Foals' gigs, and later on on 28 November on Zane Lowe's BBC Radio 1 show.
Live Performances
The band performed "My Number" live on Late Show with David Letterman, showcasing their energetic performance style.
Game Feature
The song is part of the soundtrack for the video games, FIFA 14, Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 and Forza Horizon 2.
Cover Version
Tegan and Sara, Canadian indie pop duo, did a cover of "My Number" for their Live Session at SiriusXMU in 2013.
Production Team
The track was produced by the dynamic duo Flood and Alan Moulder, both of whom have worked with prominent acts such as U2, Nine Inch Nails, and The Killers.
Songwriting
Primary writing credits for "My Number" belong to the entire band (Yannis Philippakis, Jack Bevan, Jimmy Smith, and Walter Gervers).
Charter Success
"My Number" is Foals' highest charting single in Australia, peaking at number 57 on the ARIA Charts.
Influence
Foals’ lead singer Yannis Philippakis has said that the pop sensibility of Michael Jackson served as a major inspiration for their hit "My Number."

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