Moaning Lisa Smile
Wolf Alice
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Clinging to love, escape a father and mother She offers some other way out of the hole She's overachieving, chasing her dreams And coming down slowly, yeah, it's out of control (Ah) Scrap the blues, if the blues don't work Flash your teeth, though the inside hurts (Ah) it's time to glow, lose your way To make you feel better just because you feel worse All of the books and all in a boat and Nowhere to run, God, this is out of control You wait for something to undo these feelings Waiting and waiting but it's out of control (Ah) Scrap the blues, if the blues don't work Flash your teeth, though the inside hurts (Ah) it's time to glow, lose your way To make you feel better just because you feel worse (Ah) (Ah) It never is enough No, it never is enough It never is enough No, it never is enough
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Written by: Ellen Ciara Rowsell, Joel Donald Scott Amey, Jonathan David Oddie, Theodore Joseph Ellis
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Moaning Lisa Smile" by Wolf Alice belongs to the genre of Indie Rock and Alternative Rock, displaying a mix of profound lyrics and hard-hitting musical composition.
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Award NominationsNotable for its composition and intensity, the song was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2016 in the category "Best Rock Performance".
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Album PlacementThe track is a part of the band's debut EP named 'Creature Songs' and is also included in their debut album 'My Love Is Cool'.
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Band FormationWolf Alice, the band that performed "Moaning Lisa Smile," formed in North London in 2010, with "Moaning Lisa Smile" becoming one of their breakout hits.
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InfluencesEllie Rowsell, the lead vocalist of Wolf Alice, has mentioned in interviews that the song was influenced by the early grunge movement, as well as 90's rock bands such as Nirvana.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Moaning Lisa Smile" was directed by Ozzie Pullin and shows the band playing in a high school talent show, conveying the song's theme of youthful rebellion and self-identity.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough the song didn't hit the top 40 in the UK Singles Charts, it did reach number 9 on the U.S. Billboard Alternative Songs chart, showing its popularity in the United States.
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Simpson's InspirationThe track's title "Moaning Lisa Smile" is a nod to the popular TV show "The Simpsons." The title references the character Lisa Simpson who is often seen unhappy or 'moaning' on the show.
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Tour Success"Moaning Lisa Smile" became a mainstay of Wolf Alice's live performances during their 2015 tour, showcasing the band's powerful stage presence.
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Critical AcclaimThe song received widespread critical acclaim for its fusion of pop melodies with grunge influences, with many critics highlighting it as one of the standout tracks on 'Creature Songs' and 'My Love Is Cool'.
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