UGH!

The 1975

About UGH!

"Ugh!" (stylised as "UGH!") is a song by the English rock band The 1975, released as the second single from their second album, I Like It When You Sleep, for You Are So Beautiful yet So Unaware of It, on 10 December 2015 through Dirty Hit. The music video was released on 18 December 2015 on the band's YouTube channel. The group is shown performing live under their well-known neon setup. The video was directed by Adam Powell, who has also directed other videos for the group such as "Sex", "Girls", and "Heart Out. " 


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Hey boy, stop pacing 'round the room
Using other people's faces as a mirror for you
I know your lungs need filling
Since your gums have lost their feeling
But don't say you're giving it up again
And do you have a card?
My irregular heart beat is starting to compact itself
He's just a simple diabetic that prevents the empathetic
From being just and giving it up

And you're the only thing that's going on in my mind
Taking over my life a second time
I don't have the capacity for fucking
You're meant to be helping me
When I said I liked it better without my money, I lied
It took a little while to recognize that I
I'm not giving it up again

This conversation's not about reciprocation no more
But I'm gon' wait until you finish so I can talk some more
About me and my things, my car, my living
And how I'm giving it up, giving it up again

And you're the only thing that's going on in my mind
Taking over my life a second time
I don't have the capacity for fucking
You're meant to be helping me
When I said I liked it better without my money, I lied
It took a little while to recognize
That I, I'm not giving it up again

Oh, the kick won't last for long
But the song only lasts three minutes
I think I've lost my phone so won't you call it up for me?
The kick won't last for long
But the song only lasts three minutes
And I know it's wrong
But give me one

And you're the only thing that's going on in my mind
Taking over my life a second time
I don't have the capacity for fucking
You're meant to be helping me
When I said I liked it better without my money, I lied
It took a little while to recognize
That I, I'm not giving it up again

I'm not giving it up
I'm not giving it up
I'm not giving it up
I'm not giving it up
I'm not giving it up, giving it up
I'm not giving it up, giving it up

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The 1975

The 1975 are an English pop rock band originating from Manchester. The band consists of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Matthew "Matty" Healy, lead guitarist Adam Hann, bassist Ross MacDonald, and drummer George Daniel.The band's origins trace to them attending Wilmslow High School in Cheshire and playing together as teenagers in 2002. Gigs organised by a council worker led the band to formally sign as the 1975. Their choice of name was inspired by a Jack Kerouac beat poetry book. They eventually signed a record deal after their success with Dirty Hit and Polydor Records. Following the release of four EPs, their self-titled debut album was released on 2 September 2013, topping the UK Albums Chart on 8 September 2013. Their second album I Like It When You S… more »

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Written by: George Bedford Daniel, Matthew Timothy Healy, Ross Stewart MacDonald, Adam Brian Thomas Hann

Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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20 facts about this song

Band History
"UGH!" is a song by the British band The 1975 which was formed in Manchester in 2002. The band consists of Matthew "Matty" Healy who is the lead vocalist, Adam Hann on guitar, Ross MacDonald on bass, and George Daniel on drums.
Song Information
"UGH!" was the second single released from their second studio album "I Like It When You Sleep, For You Are So Beautiful Yet So Unaware Of It". The album was released on February 26, 2016 and the song "UGH!" debuted on December 10, 2015.
Lyrics and Themes
The song talks about cocaine addiction and its withdrawal symptoms. It is a representation of lead singer Matty Healy's journey through addiction and how he was trying to shake it off during the writing process.
Musical Style
"UGH!" has a funky pop sound with a punchy and upbeat rhythm despite its serious themes.
Reception
"UGH!" received positive reviews from critics. It was praised for its lyrical content and music that perfectly blended funk and pop.
Chart Performance
"UGH!" peaked at number 42 on the UK Singles Chart and reached number 10 on the Billboard Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart in the US.
Music Video
The music video for "UGH!" was directed by Adam Powell and was released on December 18, 2015. The video was characterized by its bright neon lighting, syncing perfectly with the song's atmosphere.
Song Interpretation
"UGH!" is a perfect example of The 1975's ability to juxtapose dark and heavy lyrical content with infectious pop melodies and danceable rhythms.
Live Performances
"UGH!" is often performed live at The 1975's concerts. The band debuted the song at their concert at the Apple Music Festival on November 30, 2015.
Inspirations
In various interviews, Healy has quoted Michael Jackson, Prince, and David Bowie as his musical influences, which can also be seen in the sound of "UGH!".
Band
"UGH!" is a song by the British band The 1975, who originated from Manchester, England.
Album
The song is part of their second studio album, "I Like It When You Sleep, for You Are So Beautiful yet So Unaware of It," which was released in 2016.
Themes
"UGH!" discusses themes of cocaine addiction and the struggles of quitting. Lead singer Matty Healy has openly discussed his struggles with drugs in the past.
Music Genre
The 1975 is known for their genre-mixing, and "UGH!" reflects this with a blend of pop, funk, and indie-rock influences.
Chart Performance
Upon the release, "UGH!" charted at number 42 in the UK Singles Chart.
Promotion
A music video for "UGH!" was released on 18 December 2015. This video involves a lot of camera movement and lighting effects to mirror the song's upbeat tempo.
Lyrics
"UGH!" is identified by fans for its raw and honest lyrics. Healy sings about how the effects of cocaine led him to be disoriented in his life.
Song Writing
The lyric "And you're the only thing that's going on in my mind / Taking over my life a second time" gives a deeper insight into how hard it was for Healy to overcome his addiction.
Critical Reception
"UGH!" received positive reviews from music critics. They praised the blending of music genres, lyrical transparency, and the catchy musical arrangement.
Live Performances
The 1975 has performed "UGH!" live at numerous concerts and music festivals worldwide, and it continues to be a fan-favorite track at their shows.

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