When It Started

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About When It Started

"When It Started" is a song by the garage rock band The Strokes. It appears in the film Spider-Man as well as the film's soundtrack. Due to the September 11 terrorist attacks in New York City the song replaced "New York City Cops" on the US version of the album Is This It after The Strokes witnessed the "valiant response" of the city's police department during the tragedy. The vinyl release retained the original track list.


Year:
2002
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Won't decide, but he won't debate
Said, "thanks my friend," but he was too late
Oh why, oh why
I don't know

So you think things move pretty fast down here
Well just wait my dear 'till you look up there
Oh maybe someday you'll know

Had his second kid, was an early night
Got to be well dressed 'cause he hates to fly
Oh loves his job, takes it home

Anything they wanted
They could have it, have it
Didn't even notice
I don't mind it, mind it

Won't decide, but he won't debate
Said, "thanks my friend, thought that we was dead"
Oh why, oh why
I don't know

Think things move pretty fast down here
But just wait my dear 'till we get up there
Oh maybe someday they'll know

Come on tell me does she warm the room
When he comes
Or does he just know how to leave
When it gets cold

Well I don't care, I don't care
Cause it's free

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The Strokes

The Strokes are an American rock band from New York, consisting of Julian Casablancas (lead vocals), Nick Valensi (guitar, backing vocals), Albert Hammond, Jr. (guitar, backing vocals), Nikolai Fraiture (bass guitar) and Fabrizio Moretti (drums, percussion). more »

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Written by: Julian Casablancas

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11 facts about this song

Album Release
"When It Started" is a song by the American rock band, The Strokes, included in their debut studio album, "Is This It," which was released in 2001.
Replacement Track
The track was not initially a part of the album but was used as a replacement for the song "New York City Cops" in the U.S version of the album following the 9/11 attacks as lyrics were deemed inappropriate in that climate.
Critical Acclaim
The song, like its album, received wide appreciation from music critics for its unique alternative rock sound and memorable guitar riffs.
Music Composition
The song is known for its textural variety, offering a blend of Julian Casablancas' gritty vocal style with catchy guitar melodies.
Popular Belief
Although it was added as a replacement track, it is a popular belief among some fans that the song holds up well with the rest of the content in the album.
Live Performances
Despite being part of their debut album, "When It Started" is rarely played live by The Strokes.
Movie Feature
"When It Started", among other songs of The Strokes, was featured in the movie ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming,' increasing its popularity.
Song Writing
Like all songs on "Is This It," Julian Casablancas, the lead vocalist of the band, wrote "When It Started."
Not a Single
"When It Started" was not released as a single, unlike many other songs from the album, such as "Last Nite" and "Hard to Explain."
No Official Music Video
Unlike some other songs from the album, "When It Started" does not have an official music video.
Reception among Fans
Despite not being a single or having a music video, "When It Started" remains a classic among the band's fans, demonstrating the power of The Strokes' early work.

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