Nimble Bastard

Incubus

About Nimble Bastard

"Nimble Bastard" is a single by American rock band Incubus, off of their eighth studio album 8. It peaked at number 4 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart in April 2017.


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2017
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Has it come to this?
We're stuck in the weeds
I get it, I'm not perfect, I was never trying to be
But I'm not long for this earth
If we really only ever get one chance to burn
I gotta trip before I can see the finish
How else would I learn?
I wanna know, how is it you do it?

When you land on your feet
You're a nimble bastard
And you don't skip a beat
Such a nimble bastard
Salt of the earth
Such a nimble bastard
Won't you show, lowly us
How do you see the stars from that far down?

Ah ha, I swing and I miss
And then come the creeps
It makes me want to faint
I wanna know, how is it you do it?
Ah ha, how do you spill the paint?
And then fit it into a frame?

When you land on your feet
You're a nimble bastard
And you don't skip a beat
Such a nimble bastard
Salt of the earth
Such a nimble bastard
Yeah, won't you show, lowly us
How do you see the stars from that far down?

Has it come to this?
Has it come to this?

When you land on your feet
You're a nimble bastard
And you don't skip a beat
Such a nimble bastard
Salt of the earth
Look out
Won't you show, lowly us
How do you see the stars from that far down?
You're a nimble bastard
Salt of the earth
Such a nimble bastard
Salt of the earth
You're a nimble bastard
Yeah, won't you show, lowly us
How do you see the stars?

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Incubus

An incubus (nominal form constructed from the Latin verb, incubo, incubare, or "to lie upon") is a demon in male form who, according to a number of mythological and legendary traditions, lies upon sleepers, especially women, in order to have sexual intercourse with them. Its female counterpart is the succubus. An incubus may pursue sexual relations with a woman in order to father a child, as in the legend of Merlin. Religious tradition holds that repeated intercourse with an incubus or succubus may result in the deterioration of health, or even death. more »

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Written by: Brandon Boyd, Michael Eizinger, Jose Pasillas, Christopher Kilmore, Benjamin Kenney

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Song Information
"Nimble Bastard" is a song by the American rock band Incubus from their eighth studio album, "8".
Release Date
The song was released as the album's lead single on February 16, 2017.
Chart Performance
This single became a Top 15 hit on the Billboard Mainstream Rock and Alternative charts in the United States.
Lyrics and Theme
The lyrics of "Nimble Bastard" essentially praise the resilience and adaptability of a person who always lands on their feet, no matter how many times life knocks them down.
Writing Credits
The song was written by the Incubus members; Brandon Boyd, Michael Einziger, Jose Pasillas, Chris Kilmore, and Ben Kenney.
Song Duration
The duration of "Nimblе Bastard" runs for approximately three minutes and forty-six seconds (3:46).
Music Video
The official music video for "Nimble Bastard" was directed by James Larese and it features the band members battling against a group of evil French bulldogs.
Live Performances
Incubus first performed "Nimble Bastard" live on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."
Musical Style
The sound of "Nimble Bastard" has been described as a return to the heavier rock sound of the band's early work.
Artwork
The cover artwork for the single features a black and white photograph of a small dog, symbolizing the "nimble bastard" mentioned in the song.
Song Recognition
"Nimble Bastard" was nominated for iHeartRadio Music Award for Rock Song of the Year in 2018.
Influences
The band has stated that the song was influenced by both classic rock and modern alternative rock, with a particular nod to bands like Led Zeppelin and Queens of the Stone Age.
Recording
The song, like the rest of the album, was produced by Dave Sardy, known for his work with bands like Oasis and LCD Soundsystem.
Critics View
Reception of the song was generally positive, with critics praising its energetic rock sound and positive lyricism.
Behind the Song
According to frontman Brandon Boyd, the song was inspired by observing their French Bulldog who was 'nimble and agile'.

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