1998
Chet Faker
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I'm not the reason you're looking for redemption You cut some strings and everything will fade away You tried to use some physical connection There's nothing left for you to say By the way We used to be friends We used to be inner circle I don't understand What have I become to you Take my good word Turn it backwards Turn your back on me Is it absurd For me to hurt When everything else is fading We used to be friends We used to be inner circle I don't' understand What have I become to you Take my good word Turn it backwards Turn your back on me Is it a absurd For me to hurt When everything else is fading We used to be friends We used to be in a circle I don't understand What have I become to you Take my good word (used to be friends) Turn it backwards Turn your back on me (used to be in a circle) Is it a absurd For me to hurt When everything else is fading We used to be friends We used to be in a circle I don't understand What have I become to you
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Written by: JILLIAN BANKS, NICHOLAS MURPHY
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12 facts about this song
Song title and ArtistThe song "1998" is from the artist Chet Faker, an Australian musician and producer.
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Artist Name OriginChet Faker is a stage name used by the artist, whose real name is Nicholas James Murphy. He used this moniker as a tribute to the jazz musician Chet Baker.
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Album LegacyThe song is part of Chet Faker's debut album "Built on Glass," which gained massive success globally.
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Music Charts"1998" was the most played song on Australia's Triple J radio in 2014 and it reached #8 on the station's Hottest 100 countdown that year.
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Music Style"1998" is recognized for its combination of different music genres, including pop, electronic, and soul, creating a unique, chill atmosphere.
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Significant YearIt's believed that the song title "1998" might have been chosen to reference a significant year in Chet Faker's life - he would have been around 10 years old in 1998.
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Commercial Success"1998" received positive reviews from critics and fans alike, it also achieved commercial success and helped catapult Chet Faker's career forward.
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Timeless AppealEven though it was released in 2014, "1998" continues to be a popular song, showcasing Chet Faker's timeless appeal.
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Song LyricsThe lyrics of "1998" focus on themes of nostalgia, lost friendship, and regret.
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Music VideoThe song's music video, directed by Toby & Pete and premiered on YouTube, uses CGI techniques to render a kinetic digital sculpture constantly changing throughout the song.
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Modern RecognitionAs of 2022, "1998" has amassed over 50 million plays on Spotify.
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Popular RemixThe song has been remixed by various artists, with one version by Sonny Alven gaining substantial popularity.
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