1983

Neon Trees

About 1983

"1983" is the second single from American rock band Neon Trees' debut album Habits. It was written by Tyler Glenn and produced by Tim Pagnotta. It was released on September 28, 2010. The song peaked at No. 13 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart and No. 28 on the Billboard Rock Songs chart in January 2011.


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Whoa, whoa

I've been here lookin' dynamite
Alone against the wall
Girls like you give it all so cold
Talkin' cheap in a bathroom stall
And you look so smooth
Better tell me the truth
Would you trade me
Out for someone cool?
I know you better than you do
So put out your cigarette
And kiss me on
The lips tonight

Me and you
You and me
Let's go back
Let's go back
Nineteen-eighty-three is calling
I've been on my knees and crawlin'
Back to you
It's coming all back to me
Oh oh oh
Nineteen-eighty-three

I've got something that I've kept inside
And the blood is on the blade
You're there suckin' on a lollipop
Like you haven't aged a day
And it ain't so pretty when you're playin' cute
When your body's up against some fool
Does he feel it
'Cause I feel it

Me and you
Let's go back to
Nineteen-eighty-three is calling
I've been on my knees and crawlin'
Back to you
It's coming all back to me
Nineteen-eighty-three

The year I was born
I won't
Be ignored
So get your feet on the floor
I'm the only one
Are you afraid I still make you move

Me and you
You and me
Let's go back to
Nineteen-eighty-three
Me and you
You and me
Let's go back to
Nineteen-eighty-three

Oh, oh, oh, oh
Me and you
You and me
Let's go back to
Nineteen-eighty-three is calling
I've been on my knees and crawlin'
Back to you
It's coming all back to me
Nineteen-eighty-three

Me and you
You and me
Let's go back to
Nineteen-eighty-three is calling
I've been on my knees and crawlin'
Back to you
It's coming all back to me
Nineteen-eighty-three

Oh, oh, oh
Nineteen-eighty-three
Oh, oh, oh
Nineteen-eighty-three

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Neon Trees

Neon Trees is an American pop rock band from Provo, Utah, with origins in Murrieta, California. The band received nationwide exposure in late 2008 when they opened several North American tour dates for the band The Killers. Not long after, the band was signed by Mercury Records and released their first full length album, Habits, in 2010. Their first single "Animal" climbed to No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 1 on the Alternative rock Chart. more »

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Written by: TIMOTHY ALAN PAGNOTTA, CHRISTOPHER ALLEN, BRANDEN CAMPBELL, ELAINE DOTY, TYLER GLENN

Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing

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13 facts about this song

Origin
"1983" is a song by the American rock band Neon Trees.
Album Inclusion
The song is included in the band's debut studio album "Habits."
Release
Neon Trees released the song in 2010.
Genre
This song showcases Neon Trees' signature pop rock and alternative rock style.
Lyrics
The lyrics discuss nostalgia, with a specific focus on the year 1983.
Reception
Despite not becoming as popular as their hit song "Animal," "1983" still received significant radio airplay and was well-received by fans.
Performances
Neon Trees has performed "1983" at concerts and festivals across the world.
Music Video
The music video for "1983" features the band members indulging in nostalgic activities like roller skating and arcade games.
Chart performance
"1983" did not achieve the same chart success as the band's number one hit "Animal," but it still received substantial airplay on alternative and rock radio stations.
Band's Formation Year
Despite the title, the band Neon Trees did not form in 1983 but rather 2005. The song title is merely reflective of nostalgia for the past.
Inspiration
The song gives a glimpse into the band's influences, many of which hail from the 80s era of music.
Songwriters
"1983" was written by Neon Trees' lead vocalist Tyler Glenn and guitarist Chris Allen.
Membership
The band lineup during "1983" included Tyler Glenn (lead vocals, keyboards), Chris Allen (guitar, vocals), Branden Campbell (bass guitar, vocals) and Elaine Bradley (drums, percussion, vocals).

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