Untitled
Simple Plan
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Band Composition"Untitled" was recorded by the Canadian rock band Simple Plan. The band consists of Pierre Bouvier, Jeff Stinco, Sébastien Lefebvre, Chuck Comeau, and David Desrosiers.
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Album InformationThe song "Untitled" is from the band's second studio album called "Still Not Getting Any..." released on October 26, 2004. It's the eighth track on this album.
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Track TitleDespite being referred to as "Untitled," the official title of the song is actually "Untitled (How Could This Happen to Me?)."
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Lyrics themeThe song lyrics talk about drunk driving, a deep and serious theme distinct from the band's usual topics of teenage angst.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Untitled" was directed by Marc Klasfeld. It showcases the aftermath of a car crash caused by a drunk driver, further emphasizing the theme of the song's lyrics.
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Skylar Deleon Case"Untitled" gained more attention when it was featured during coverage on the TV crime magazine program 48 Hours Mystery in 2009. The song was played over the synopsis of the case concerning Skylar Deleon, who murdered a married couple.
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Chart SuccessThe song reached No. 9 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles in the US and also had significant success in the international charts, such as reaching No. 27 in Australia and No. 48 in the UK.
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Social ImpactThe song was used in several public service announcements against drunk driving, including videos for Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).
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First BalladIt was one of Simple Plan's first ballads, demonstrating a musical evolution from their previous punk-pop style.
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was written by all five members of the band along with producers Bob Rock and Lava Records. This demonstrates the group's collaborative approach to songwriting.
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Song Classification"Untitled" is a song by Canadian rock band Simple Plan.
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AlbumIt was released in 2005 as the third single from their second studio album, "Still Not Getting Any."
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GenreThe song is categorized under the genre Post-Grunge, Punk Rock, and Pop Punk.
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Message of the Song"Untitled" is an emotional ballad about the consequences of drunk driving, emphasizing on regrets and guilt.
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Music VideoThe accompanying music video, directed by Marc Klasfeld, portrayed a story of a car crash caused by a drunk driver, thus reinforcing the song’s message.
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Chart PerformanceThe track hit #9 on the Billboard Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart, becoming one of their biggest hits in the US. It also reached #19 on the Australian ARIA Singles Chart.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from music critics for its intense and emotional lyrics, and thought-provoking music video.
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Alternative TitlesIn some countries, the song was released under the title "How Could This Happen to Me?"
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ImpactAs part of their advocacy, Simple Plan would end their concerts with the song as a reminder of the dangers of drunk driving.
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Philanthropic EffortsProceeds from the sale of the "Untitled" single and music video were donated to the Candiac Foundation for Traffic Accident Victims.
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AwardThe song's impactful music video won Best Video at the MuchMusic Video Awards in 2005.
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