Son of Three
The Breeders
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I got an empty case of Wip-Its No more time on the meter Daybreak About face I think I'm comin' Cross another country line Are we there? Convertible Cookin' with nitrous Crackin' in the air I am the sign of go While last night's stars were high Now they're popping in the sky And the band is jammin' in Daybreak I don't like it Better tonight Better for you Buzzing flourescence I don't what it wants from me If I find the door Then I am the son of go And the band is movin' in That's what you get That's what you get When there's no time on the meter You get An empty case Of Wip-Its And a boyfriend with a beeper
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15 facts about this song
Album"Son of Three" is a song by American alternative rock band The Breeders. The song is part of their fourth studio album, "Title TK," released in 2002.
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TracklistingIt is the third track on the "Title TK" album.
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LineupThe album "Title TK," including "Son of Three," was performed by Kim Deal, Kelley Deal, Richard Presley, Mando Lopez, and Jose Medeles, who were the Breeders' members at that period.
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ProducerThe song, along with the rest of the album, was produced by Steve Albini, who is renowned for working with other prominent alternative bands like Nirvana and Pixies.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Son of Three" were written by Kim Deal, the band's frontwoman.
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Music VideoAlthough it was not received as a single, "Son of Three" features a music video directed by famed contemporary artist Chris Johanson.
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Long-awaited ReleaseThe release of "Son of Three" in 2002 came after a nine-year-long hiatus taken by The Breeders since their previous album "Last Splash."
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Genre"Son of Three,” like much of The Breeders’ music, falls under the alternative rock genre and is known for its lo-fi and minimalist approach, with the raw sound that permeates the album.
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Indie Game FeatureIn 2010, the song was included in the soundtrack for the indie game "The Skater Dude," which gave it extra recognition.
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Live Performances"Son of Three" has been performed live multiple times by The Breeders, displaying the energy and raw character of the song that compliments their stage performances.
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EquipmentKim Deal has noted in interviews that a Vox Phantom was used for the guitar part in "Son of Three," providing its unique sound.
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ReceptionAs part of “Title TK,” which ended as #44 on the UK Albums Chart, "Son of Three" helped re-establish The Breeders in the alternative music scene after their long hiatus.
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InspirationWhile not completely confirmed, some fans speculate that the song's name might refer to the Cunningham family, characteristically seen in American TV shows, with three sons in the family.
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Artistic ProcessAccording to Kim Deal, most of the tracks on "Title TK," including "Son of Three," were recorded with first takes to capture a more honest and unpolished sound.
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The Breeders’ ReunionThe release of "Title TK" marked the return of the original lineup of The Breeders, with Kim and Kelley Deal, following Kelley's recovery from drug addiction. "Son of Three" thus stands out as a symbol of their reunion.
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