Bohemian Like You

The Dandy Warhols

About Bohemian Like You

"Bohemian Like You" is a song by American alternative rock band The Dandy Warhols. The song was written by frontman Courtney Taylor-Taylor after seeing a woman pull up in her car to the traffic lights outside his apartment. It was released as the second single from the band's third studio album, Thirteen Tales from Urban Bohemia, in August 2000. Upon its original release, it failed to reach the Top 40 in the UK Singles Chart, peaking at No. 42, even after a yearlong tour. After featuring in a popular Vodafone advertisement, it was re-released in 2001 and peaked at No. 5. 


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You've got a great car
Yeah, what's wrong with it today?
I used to have one too
Baby, oh, come and have a look
I really love your hairdo, yeah
I'm glad you like mine too
See we're lookin' pretty cool
Look at ya

So, what do you do?
Oh, yeah, I wait tables too
No, I haven't heard your band
'Cause you guys are pretty new
But if you dig
On vegan food
Well, come over to my work
I'll have 'em cook you something 
That you'll really love

'Cause I like you
Yeah, I like you
And I'm feelin' so bohemian like you
Yeah, I like you
Yeah, I like you
And I feel, whoa, woo

Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh

Wait, who's that guy?
Just hangin' at your pad
He's lookin' kinda (bummed)
Yeah, you broke up that's too bad
I guess it's fair
If he always pays the rent
And he doesn't get bent
About sleepin' on the couch when I'm there

'Cause I like you
Yeah, I like you
And I'm feelin' so bohemian like you
Yeah, I like you
Yeah, I like you
And I feel, whoa, woo

Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh

I'm getting wise and I'm feelin' so bohemian like you
It's you that I want, so please
Just a casual, casual easy thing
Is it? It is for me
And I like you
Yeah, I like you
And I like you, I like you, I like you
I like you, I like you, I like you, I like you
And I feel whoa, woo

Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh

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The Dandy Warhols

The Dandy Warhols are an American alternative rock band, formed in Portland, Oregon in 1994 by singer-guitarist Courtney Taylor-Taylor and guitarist Peter Holmström, who were joined by keyboardist Zia McCabe and drummer Eric Hedford. Hedford left in 1998 and was replaced by Taylor-Taylor's cousin Brent DeBoer. The band's name is a play on the name of American pop artist Andy Warhol. more »

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Written by: Courtney A Taylor

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Release Details
"Bohemian Like You" is a song released by American alternative rock band The Dandy Warhols. It initially featured on their third studio album, "Thirteen Tales from Urban Bohemia," launched in 2000.
Chart Performance
The song, after its release, reached number 28 on the UK Singles Chart. However, after being featured in a popular Vodafone advertisement, it reached number 5 in 2001.
Genre Classification
"Bohemian Like You" is a great example of garage rock and neo-psychedelia, with a combination of a catchy pop tune.
Musical Composition
The track features a catchy guitar riff and the iconic bass line, which makes it a memorable song. The music video also contributed to the song's success as it depicted a Bohemian lifestyle.
Lyrics Theme
The song's lyrics revolve around free-spirited individuals living a bohemian lifestyle, being free of societal norms and constraints. The lyrics are open to interpretation, which often speaks about love, freedom, and rebellion.
Advertising Usage
"Bohemian Like You" is widely recognized due to its use in various commercial contexts. Notably, it gained fame in the UK after being used in a Vodafone advert.
Accolades
The song won The Dandy Warhols' nomination for the Kerrang! Award for Best Single in 2001.
Live Performance
"Bohemian Like You" is a staple of the band's live performances and continues to be a fan favorite. It is often the closing song of their shows.
International Recognition
Beyond its success in the UK, the song has also achieved recognition in countries like Australia, where it reached number 7 on the Triple J Hottest 100 chart in 2002.
Re-releases
The song was re-released in 2004 on the band’s greatest hits album “The Best of The Dandy Warhols.”
Audio & Music Video
The music video initially created a controversy as it featured explicit content and later was replaced with a toned-down version. The original video depicted each band member engaging in a type of vice or indulgence.
Songwriters & Producers
The song was written by Courtney Taylor-Taylor, the band's lead vocalist, and guitarist. It was produced by Courtney Taylor-Taylor and Gregg Williams.

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