Animal
Miike Snow
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There was a time when my world was filled with darkness, darkness, darkness And I stopped dreaming now I'm supposed to fill it up with something, something , something In your eyes I see the eyes of somebody I knew before long long long ago But I'm still trying to make my mind up Am I free or am I tied up I change shapes just to hide in this place but I'm still, I'm still an animal Nobody knows it but me when I slip yeah I slip I'm still an animal There is a hole and I tried to fill up with money, money , money But it gets bigger 'til your hopes is always Running, running, running In your eyes I see the eyes of somebody of who could be strong Tell me if I'm wrong And now I'm pulling your disguise up Are you free or are you tied up I change shapes just to hide in this place but I'm still I'm still an animal Nobody knows it but me when I slip I'm still an animal I change shapes just to hide in this place But I'm still, I'm still an animal Nobody knows it but me when I slip, yeah I slip I'm still an animal I change shapes just to hide in this place But I'm still, I'm still an animal Nobody knows it but me when I slip, yeah I slip I'm still an animal I change shapes just to hide in this place But I'm still, I'm still an animal Nobody knows it but me when I slip, yeah I slip I'm still an animal
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Written by: ANDREW WYATT BLAKEMORE, CHRISTIAN KARLSSON, PONTUS WINNBERG, HENRIK JONBACK
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
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15 facts about this song
Release"Animal" by Miike Snow was released in 2009 as the lead single from the self-titled debut album.
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GenreThe song is categorized as Indie Pop, blending synthesizers with more traditional pop sounds.
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MembersMiike Snow is a Swedish indie pop band formed in 2008. The members are Christian Karlsson, Pontus Winnberg, and American singer Andrew Wyatt.
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Album SuccessThe album "Miike Snow," featuring the single “Animal,” peaked at number 95 on the UK Albums Chart and number 10 on the US Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart.
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Vocal RangeThe song showcases lead singer Andrew Wyatt's wide vocal range, as he effortlessly glides between lower and higher notes.
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Chart PerformanceIn the UK, the single “Animal” peaked at number 98, while it did not enter the charts in the US but gained considerable airplay.
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Critical ResponseThe song received positive reviews from critics, praising its catchy melodies and unique blend of indie, pop, and electronic elements.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Animal" is noted for its imagery of the band members' faces obscured by various objects or obscured in clever camera angles.
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Live Performances"Animal" has become a staple in Miike Snow's live sets, often used as an energetic closing number.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Animal" convey a sense of yearning and searching for freedom, both literally and figuratively.
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Song CreationKarlsson and Winnberg, part of the production duo Bloodshy & Avant known for their work with Britney Spears, expressed they wanted to create a more creative, expressive music style when they co-created "Animal" with Wyatt.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists have covered "Animal," including punk band Anti-Flag and British singer Ellie Goulding.
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RecognitionThe song was listed in the top 100 songs of 2009 by both NME and Rolling Stone.
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Movie Appearance"Animal" was featured in the 2010 movie "The Kids Are All Right."
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Popular CultureThe song was used in a commercial for Canadian telecommunications company Telus.
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