Simple Creed
Live
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Born with your back to the god That spit you out on the riverbed Angry at who? Me? You better back up fool I'll bet you took a gun to school too But now, nobody's takin' your candy You just keep on livin' this tragedy La la la la la la la To each his own But, I wait for you to take my hand 'Cause we need each other We gotta love each other Yeah Born with your back to the god Who picked you up by your puppy scruff Angry at who? Me? You better back up fool And be grateful that the real me's always hiding from you But now, nobody's takin' your bicycle, Maybe somebody should take your microphone La la la la la la la To each his own But I wait for you to understand That we need each other We gotta love each other (I wait for you to understand) That we need each other (I wait for you to understand) That we need each other Someone should take your microphone Someone leave their life at home Someone will take your bubblegum Someone will take your life along You're always, walking hallways You're always, walking hallways Try again, lie again (Improvised lyrics) I wait for you to take my I wait for you to take my hand 'Cause we need each other You know, We gotta love each other 'Cause we need each other Yeah, We gotta gotta love each other We need each other We've gotta love, gotta love each other
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Written by: ADRIAN NICHOLAS MATTHEW THAWS, CHAD ALAN GRACEY, CHAD DAVID TAYLOR, EDWARD JOEL KOWALCZYK, PATRICK DAHLHEIMER
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Simple Creed" is a song by Live, and it falls under the genres of alternative rock and post-griffon, combining elements of hard, pop, and post-rock to create a unique sound.
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Release InformationThe song was part of the band's fifth studio album "V," which was released on September 18, 2001. It was subsequently released as a single in the same year.
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Collaboration FactThe song is notable for featuring guest vocals from Adam Duritz, the lead singer of the band Counting Crows.
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Artistic IntentThe song is said to have been written as a reaction to the September 11 attacks, with lyrics that promote unity and love in the face of adversity.
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Chart Performance"Simple Creed" spent 20 weeks on Billboard’s Top Modern Rock Tracks in the U.S. and peaked at position 18.
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Music VideoA music video was made for "Simple Creed" that presents actual footage of the band performing the song live intercut with stylized scenes featuring a group of dancers.
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ControversyThe single, along with the album "V," was released during a period of significant controversy for Live, as the band members were involved in a legal battle with Radioactive Records.
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Live PerformanceDespite the troubles surrounding its release, "Simple Creed" became a popular song in Live's live performances, often sparked by its engaging guitar riffs and powerful vocal performances.
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Songwriting ProcessThe band describes the writing process for "Simple Creed" as one of their most collaborative efforts, with all band members contributing to its development.
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LegacyThe song continues to be a fan favorite, often played on alternative rock radio stations, appreciated for its powerful lyrics and anthemic sound.
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