Arabella
Arctic Monkeys
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Arabella's got some interstellar gator-skin boots And a Helter Skelter 'round her little finger and I ride it endlessly She's got a Barbarella silver swimsuit And when she needs to shelter from reality she takes a dip in my daydreams My days end best when the sunset gets itself Behind that little lady sittin' on the passenger side It's much less picturesque without her catchin' the light The horizon tries but it's just not as kind on the eyes As Arabella, oh Arabella Just might've tapped into your mind and soul You can't be sure Arabella's got a seventies head But she's a modern lover, it's an exploration, she's made of outer space And her lips are like the galaxy's edge And her kiss the color of a constellation fallin' into place My days end best when the sunset gets itself Behind that little lady sittin' on the passenger side It's much less picturesque without her catchin' the light The horizon tries but it's just not as kind on the eyes As Arabella, oh As Arabella Just might've tapped into your mind and soul You can't be sure That's magic in a cheetah-print coat Just a slip underneath it I hope Askin' if I can have one of those Organic cigarettes that she smokes Wraps her lips 'round a Mexican Coke Makes you wish that you were the bottle Takes a sip of your soul and it sounds like Woo! I just might've tapped into your mind and soul You can't be sure I'd like to play for you now, ladies and gentleman The uh, title track from our new LP Entitled, "Tranquility Base Hotel and Casino", get down
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Written by: Alex Turner
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10 facts about this song
Band Origin"Arabella" is a song by British rock band, Arctic Monkeys. This band originated from Sheffield in the United Kingdom in 2002.
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Album StatisticsIt is the 12th track on their fifth studio album "AM," released in September 2013. This album peaked at number 1 on UK Albums Chart and was certified platinum.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by the lead singer's, Alex Turner's, girlfriend at that time, Ariela Vandenberg, a model and actress.
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Classic Rock Influence"Arabella" represents a clear influence of classic rock. The song features an homage to legendary rock group 'Black Sabbath's' song "War Pigs."
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Critics' ReviewThe song was praised by critics, particularly for its lyrics and Turner's vocal performance, and it has been described as one of the highlights of the album.
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Music Video ReleaseThe official music video for "Arabella," directed by Jake Nava, premiered on Arctic Monkeys' Vevo channel in March 2014.
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Chart PerformanceDespite not being released as a single, "Arabella" managed to enter various music charts worldwide. It peaked at number 70 on the UK Singles Chart and at number 43 on the French Singles Chart.
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Live PerformanceThe Arctic Monkeys performed "Arabella" on several occasions, including the 2014 Brit Awards and their headline slot at Glastonbury Festival 2013.
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Album Theme"Arabella" along with the rest of the album "AM," marked the band’s shift from indie rock to a more funk and hip-hop influenced sound.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe lyrics of the song narrate the fascination and attraction the singer feels toward a woman named Arabella, using an extensive and colorful metaphor relating her to the universe and cosmic elements.
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