Andromeda
D.R.A.M., Gorillaz
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When the passing looks to die for Take it in your heart now, lover When the case is out And tired and sodden Take it in your heart Take it in your heart Back to when it was cool 'Cause there's no substitute Who even knows the truth? The truth, the truth Take it in your heart now, lover Take it in your heart, heart, heart, heart Take it in your heart Take it in your heart, heart, heart, heart Where it all goes down Outside, cold and ghosting out with jet lag I took it to the right man Took it all back When the courts were closing It was Bobby gracing I know that A bullet to the right man He pulled it back Caught in your eyes Stacks of lights Come streaming back Make it for the best times Growing pains, good times Good times, good times Good times, good times Good times, good times Take it in your heart now, lover Take it in your heart, heart, heart, heart Take it in your heart Take it in your heart Where it all goes down Andromeda Andromeda, Andromeda Take it in your heart now, lover Andromeda, Andromeda Andromeda, Andromeda Take it in your heart Take it in your heart Where it all goes down
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Written by: Damon Albarn, Shelly Massenburg-Smith
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20 facts about this song
Album Classification"Andromeda" is a song by British virtual band Gorillaz from their fifth studio album, "Humanz", released in 2017.
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CollaborationThe song features American rapper D.R.A.M., who adds a unique blend of vocals and diversity to the track.
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Genre Classification"Andromeda" is often classified under the electronic and dance-pop genres, with similarities to R&B and soul genres as well.
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Honorary ReferenceThe track is named after a nightclub in Damon Albarn’s (the co-creator of Gorillaz and the band's lead singer) hometown of Colchester, Essex, that his parents frequented during his childhood.
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Award NominationIn 2017, "Andromeda" was nominated for Best Dance Recording at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards.
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Emotional Inspiration"Andromeda" is a tribute to entities that had a strong emotional impact on Albarn. Specifically, it is an ode to Albarn's long-term partner's mother who passed away, and to his musical idol, Bobby Womack, who also passed around the same time.
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Dance OrientatedUnlike other songs from the Gorillaz, "Andromeda" has a more danceable, upbeat feeling. Albarn stated in interviews that he intended for the club-feel to be reminiscent of his times listening to soul, funk, and R&B music in clubs.
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Chart Performance"Andromeda" did well on international music charts, reaching number one on the Billboard dance chart in the U.S. and #6 on the UK indie chart.
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Music VideoUnlike most of Gorillaz's work, Andromeda does not have an official visual or animated music video.
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Usage in Media"Andromeda" was utilized on the soundtrack of football video game FIFA 18, reaching a worldwide audience of gamers.
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Album"Andromeda" is a track from Gorillaz's fifth studio album, "Humanz," released in 2017.
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CollaborationThe song features guest vocals from American songwriter and rapper DRAM.
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Personal InspirationDamon Albarn, the band's de facto leader, said that the track was named after a club in Colchester where he used to go, but it's also a homage to his partner's mother, who passed away.
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High Chart Ranking"Andromeda" hit number 6 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Rock Songs chart, displaying its popularity among rock music fans.
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Music VideoThough many of Gorillaz's songs have music videos, "Andromeda" does not. However, a "visualiser" video was released upon the song’s announcement, featuring a spinning, static-filled screen that perhaps represents a view of space.
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Musical Style & LyricsThe track combines elements of electronic pop, soul, and funk. Its lyrics encompass themes of loss and ultimate transformation – fittingly set against the background dance-beat rhythms that give the track a rather joyous feel.
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Awards"Andromeda" won the Best Dance Recording award at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards 2018, marking a significant recognition.
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Alternate VersionsThere are several alternate versions of "Andromeda," including a DRAM Special – a completely re-worked standalone version of the song featuring more vocals from DRAM.
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Live PerformancesGorillaz performed "Andromeda" live for the first time during a secret London show in March 2017, prior to the release of the album.
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NamesakeThe song shares its name with the Andromeda galaxy, the closest spiral galaxy to the Milky Way and the largest galaxy in the local group. This may tie in with Gorillaz's often futuristic, out-of-this-world aesthetic.
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