Push It

Garbage

About Push It

"Push It" is a song by alternative rock band Garbage from their second studio album, Version 2.0 (1998). It was released on April 20, 1998 as the album's lead single. Lead singer Shirley Manson elaborated on the song's dreamy verse structure versus the confrontational chorus: "[It's about] the schizophrenia that exists when you try to reconcile your desires and demons with the need to fit in. It's a song of reassurance". The track contains a musical quotation of the Beach Boys' 1964 song "Don't Worry Baby". The music video for "Push It" received thirteen nominations between the MTV Video Music Awards, MTV Europe Music Awards, and the MVPA Music Video Awards. "Push It" was also nominated as Best Alternative Records at Miami's Winter Music Conference. In 2007, "Push It" was remixed for Garbage's greatest hits album Absolute Garbage; some elements were made more noticeable, while some elements were reduced or edited out. A rock version was also serviced to UK radio stations to promote the compilation. 


Year:
1998
4:02
83 
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I was angry when I met you
I think I'm angry still
We can try and talk it over
If you say you'll help me out

Don't worry baby
No need to fight
Don't worry baby
We'll be alright

This is the noise that keeps me awake
My head explodes and my body aches
Push it, make the beats go harder
Push it, make the beats go harder

Sorry that I hurt you
Please don't ask me why
I want to see you happy
I want to see you shine

Don't worry baby
Don't be uptight
Don't worry baby
We'll stay up all night

This is the noise that keeps me awake
My head explodes and my body aches
Push it, make the beats go harder
Push it, make the beats go harder

Come on push it, you can do it
Come on prove it, nothing to it
Come on use it, lets get through it
Come on push it, you can do it

Don't worry baby
Don't be uptight
Don't worry baby
We'll stay up all night

This is the noise that keeps me awake
My head explodes and my body aches
Push it, make the beats go harder
Push it, make the beats go harder
(This is the noise that keeps me awake)
Push it, make the beats go harder
(My head explodes and my body aches)
Push it, make the beats go harder
(This is the noise that keeps me awake
My head explodes and my body aches)

Don't worry baby
We'll be alright
Don't worry baby
We'll be alright

Push it [Repeat: x4]

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Garbage

Garbage is an alternative rock band formed in Madison, Wisconsin, in 1994. The group consists of Scottish singer Shirley Manson (vocals, guitar) and American musicians Duke Erikson (bass, guitar, keyboards, percussion), Steve Marker (guitar, keyboards) and Butch Vig (drums, percussion). All four members are involved in songwriting and production. The band have counted worldwide album sales of over 17 million units. more »

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Written by: DOUGLAS ELWIN ERICKSON, SHIRLEY ANN MANSON, STEVE W. MARKER, BRYAN DAVID VIG

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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11 facts about this song

Genre
"Push It" is a single by the American alternative rock band "Garbage". The song features a mix of electronic and alternative rock influences.
Release Date
It was released on April 20, 1998, as the lead single from the band's second studio album titled "Version 2.0".
Chart Performance
"Push It" reached number 9 in the UK Singles Chart, becoming Garbage's third UK Top 10 hit. In the US, "Push It" peaked at number 52 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Music Video
The music video for "Push It" was directed by Italian photographer and director Andrea Giacobbe. The video is known for its high production values and references to various works of art, including those of Salvador Dali and Norman Rockwell.
Critical Reception
The song received generally favorable reviews from music critics upon release. For instance, it was nominated for Best Rock Song at the 41st Grammy Awards, and the music video received 8 nominations at the MTV Video Music Awards, including Video of the Year.
Lyrics and Theme
The lyrics of "Push It" have been interpreted as discussing the pressure to conform and the value of questioning the status quo.
Notable Performances
Garbage has performed "Push It" on several high-profile occasions, including at the 1998 MTV Europe Music Awards and on the late-night talk show "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno".
Samples Used
The song includes an interpolation of the Beach Boys' "Don't Worry Baby", which is used to create a contrast between its melodic elements and its more aggressive, high-tempo chorus.
Album Success
The album "Version 2.0", featuring "Push It", was eventually certified platinum in the US and Australia, and double platinum in the UK.
Songwriters
The song, like much of "Garbage's" output, was written by all four band members - Shirley Manson, Duke Erikson, Steve Marker, and Butch Vig.
Cultural Impact
"Push It" is widely regarded as one of Garbage's most famous and iconic songs, leading to the band being featured in various media appearances, compilation albums, and television shows.

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