First Day Of My Life
Bright Eyes
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This is the first day of my life Swear I was born right in the doorway I went out in the rain, suddenly everything changed They're spreading blankets on the beach Yours was the first face that I saw I think I was blind before I met you And I don't know where I am, I don't know where I've been But I know where I want to go And so I'd thought I'd let you know Yeah, these things take forever, I especially am slow But I realized that I need you And I wondered if I could come home Remember the time you drove all night Just to meet me in the morning? And I thought it was strange, you said everything changed You felt as if you'd just woke up And you said "This is the first day of my life I'm glad I didn't die before I met you But now I don't care, I could go anywhere with you And I'd probably be happy" So if you wanna be with me With these things there's no telling We just have to wait and see But I'd rather be working for a paycheck Than waiting to win the lottery, ah-ha, mm-hmm Besides, maybe this time is different I mean, I really think you like me
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Written by: Conor Oberst
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"First Day of My Life" is a track from the Bright Eyes album "I'm Wide Awake, It’s Morning," which was released in 2005 by Saddle Creek Records.
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Song DurationThe song has the length of approximately 3 minutes and 9 seconds, making it one of the shorter tracks on the album.
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Band CompositionBright Eyes, led by Conor Oberst, had two other primary members, Mike Mogis and Nate Walcott during "I'm Wide Awake, It’s Morning" production.
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Genre"First Day of My Life" can be categorized as folk and indie rock, genres that Bright Eyes are primarily associated with.
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Song PopularityAlthough it did not chart immediately after its release, it has since become one of Bright Eyes' most celebrated tracks. "First Day of My Life" is often considered to be the band's signature song.
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Lyrics ThemeThe song's lyrics portray feelings of newfound love, conveying a sense of freshness and rejuvenity, as if starting life anew.
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Music VideoThe music video for "First Day of My Life," directed by John Cameron Mitchell, gained significant popularity. It features scenes of various couples listening to the song on a record player, capturing intimate and authentic moments.
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Cover VersionsMany artists have covered "First Day of My Life," including the Australian singer and songwriter, Matt Corby, and the American singer-songwriter, Mac DeMarco.
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Use in Popular CultureThe song has been used in popular TV shows and movies like "The Big C" and "Adam," which has helped to popularize the song and boost its recognition.
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Public Reception"First Day of My Life" has been widely praised for its simple but compelling lyrics, catchy melody, and emotional depth. It received positive reviews from music critics and listeners alike.
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