Mr. MTV

Nothing More

About Mr. MTV

"Mr. MTV" is a song from American rock band Nothing More. Released on 1 December 2014, it is the second single from Nothing More, the sixth studio album from the band. The song discusses the opposition of the ensemble to consumerism, passive viewing of television programs, and the organizations behind it. The intro uses a reworked sample of the 1985 Dire Straits single "Money for Nothing".


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2014
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Free drugs, cheap sex
Fake tans, big breasts
High times, pimped rides
Lost days to blackout nights

I need this, I need that
I'm not complete with what I have
If I do this, If I buy that
I'll get mine, I'll get mine

I want, I want, I want

Empty me, empty nation
Emptied us of inspiration
Bastard sons and broken daughters
All bow down to our corporate father

In my iLife, in my iWorld
On my iPhone, with my iGirl
Just one bite to understand
Even Eve couldn't live without the iPlan

I want, I want, I want life
I want, I want, I want

Empty me, empty nation
Emptied us of inspiration
Bastard sons and broken daughters
All bow down to our corporate father

Empty me, empty nation
Emptied us of inspiration
Bastard sons and broken daughters
All bow down to our corporate father

I want, I want, I want
I want, I want, I need it

I! Do this, I! Buy that
I! Get my drugs and sex
I! Do this, I! Buy that
I! Get my drugs and sex
More drugs, want sex, need sex

MTV, MTnation
MTus of inspiration
Bastard sons and broken daughters
All bow down to our corporate father

Empty me, empty nation
Emptied us of inspiration
Bastard sons and broken daughters
All bow down to our corporate father

Corporate father!
Bastard sons and broken daughters
All bow down to our corporate father

I! Do this, I! Buy that
I! Get my drugs and sex

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Nothing More

Nothing More is an American rock band from San Antonio, Texas, United States. Formed in 2003, the band spent much of the 2000s recording independent albums and struggling to maintain a steady lineup or attract record label interest. Towards the end of the decade, the band's long-time drummer, Jonny Hawkins, decided to switch to being the band's frontman and lead vocalist, stabilizing the band's core lineup along with other long-time members Mark Vollelunga (guitar) and Daniel Oliver (bass). The band self-funded and recorded their fourth studio album, Nothing More, over the course of three years and used it to gain the attention of Eleven Seven Music record label, who signed the band to a five album record contract upon hearing it. The album became the band's … more »

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Written by: GORDON SUMNER, MARK KNOPFLER, WILL HOFFMAN, DANIEL OLIVER, JONATHAN HAWKINS, MARK VOLLELUNGA

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Mr. MTV" is a song by an American rock band called "Nothing More".
Album Details
The song "Mr. Mtv had featured in their self-titled album, which was released in 2014.
Musical Style
Known for their progressive rock style, "Mr. MTV" is a mixture of heavy guitar riffs, experimental tweaks, catchy hooks, and the raw energy the band is famous for.
Lyrics Interpretation
The song lyrics critique consumer culture and media proliferation, presenting an argument against materialism and unbridled consumption.
Song Recognition
The song was nominated for the 'Best Rock Performance' at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards.
Chart Performance
"Mr. Mtv" peaked at number 12 on the US Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart.
Live Performance
The band often uses unconventional instrumentation techniques during live performances of "Mr. Mtv," including unconventional drumming techniques and three-man bass solos.
Music Video
The video for “Mr. Mtv” critically portrays society's obsession with wealth, fame, and consumer culture, reinforcing the message of the song lyrics.
Critic Review
Critics praised the song for its energy, catchy melody, and lyrical depth.
Band Influence
Nothing More cited bands such as Rage Against the Machine and Mudvayne as influences, which you can hear in the heavy guitar work and sharp lyrical critique in "Mr. Mtv."

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