Greek Tragedy
The Wombats
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We're smashing mics in karaoke bars You're running late with half your make-up on This method acting might pay our bills But soon enough there'll be a different role to fill I love this feeling But I hate this part I wanted this to work so much I drew up our plans on a chart Cars are flipping, I'm in hot pursuit My character's strong but my head is loose She hits like ecstasy Comes up and bangs the sense out of me The tarot cards say it's not so bad And the blades rotate there's just no landing pad And better have said it but darling you're the best I'm just tired of falling up the Penrose steps I hate this feeling But I love this part She really wants to make it work And I clearly want to let it start We'll build a water slide As soon as I get home Oh and she hits like ecstasy Comes up and bangs the sense out of me It's wrong but surely worse to leave She hits like ecstasy So free up the cheaper seats Here comes a Greek tragedy
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Written by: TORD KNUDSEN, MATTHEW MURPHY, DANIEL HAGGIS
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Greek Tragedy" was released on 14 January 2015 as a single from The Wombats' third studio album "Glitterbug."
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Chart PerformanceDespite its initial low chart entry in the UK, the song gradually gained popularity and ultimately reached the Top 5 on Billboard's Alternative Songs chart in the United States.
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Music VideoThe single's music video was directed by Finn Keenan, portraying a deranged fan assaulting band members as part of a love-induced madness.
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Popularity on Streaming PlatformsAs of July 2021, "Greek Tragedy" has garnered over 200 million streams on Spotify, making it one of The Wombats' most popular tracks.
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Remix SuccessA remix of "Greek Tragedy" by Oliver Nelson also gained significant popularity, and is credited with helping the song become a sleeper hit.
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SongwritingThe theme alludes to narcissism and a dysfunctional love story, much alike a real Greek tragedy. Frontman Matthew Murphy admitted to drawing inspiration from his personal experiences for this song.
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Critic ReceptionNME praised the song stating it “drips with synths” and is “destined to fill and unify dancefloors."
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Live PerformancesThe Wombats regularly perform "Greek Tragedy" in their live sets and it’s often a crowd favorite. The song was first previewed live at the Brixton Academy in London on December 2014.
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Evolution of The Wombats’ Sound“Greek Tragedy” highlights The Wombats’ shift to a more polished, sleeker sound with less reliance on the guitar more on electronic touches, which divided the opinions of listeners.
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Band AchievementWith "Greek Tragedy," The Wombats also managed to strengthen their presence in the American music scene, which was a challenge for them in their earlier years.
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