English Summer Rain

Placebo

About English Summer Rain

"English Summer Rain" is the fourth single from Placebo's fourth studio album Sleeping with Ghosts, released in 2004. In the UK, it peaked at number 23 in the UK Singles Chart. In Australia, the song was ranked number 53 on Triple J's Hottest 100 of 2004. CMJ New Music Report said of the song that it "encapsulates seduction in its steady, determined melody".


Year:
2004
3:10
22 
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Always stays the same, nothing ever changes.
English Summer Rain seems to last for ages.
Always stay to same, nothing ever changes.
English Summer Rain seems to last for ages.

I'm in the basement, you're in the sky.
I'm in the basement baby, drop on by.
I'm in the basement, you're in the sky.
I'm in the basement baby, drop on by.

Always stays the same, nothing ever changes.
English Summer Rain seems to last for ages.
Always stay to same, nothing ever changes.
English Summer Rain seems to last for ages.

I'm in the basement, you're in the sky.
I'm in the basement baby, drop on by.
I'm in the basement, you're in the sky.
I'm in the basement baby, drop on by.

Hold your breath and count to 10.
Then fall apart and start again.
Hold your breath and count to 10.
Start again, start again.

Hold your breath and count to 10.
Then fall apart and start again.
Start again. [Repeat: x13]

Always stays the same, nothing ever changes.
English Summer Rain seems to last for ages.
Always stay to same, nothing ever changes.
English Summer Rain seems to last for ages.

Hold your breath and count to 10.
Then fall apart and start again.
Hold your breath and count to 10.
Start again, start again. 

Hold your breath and count to 10.
Then fall apart and start again.
Hold your breath and count to 10.
Start again. [Repeat: x19]

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Placebo

Placebo are an English alternative rock band from London. They were formed in 1994 by singer-guitarist Brian Molko and guitarist/bassist Stefan Olsdal. The band was soon joined by drummer Robert Schultzberg, who was later replaced by Steve Hewitt after conflicts with Molko. Hewitt left the band in October 2007 and was replaced by Steve Forrest in 2008. Placebo are known for their androgynous image and angst-fueled musical content. To date, they have released six studio albums, all of which have reached the top 20 in the UK, and have sold over ten million records worldwide. more »

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Written by: WILLIAM LLOYD, BRIAN MOLKO, STEFAN OLSDAL, STEVEN HEWITT

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Band Details
The song "English Summer Rain" is performed by Placebo, a British alternative rock band. Lead singer Brian Molko and guitarist/bassist Stefan Olsdal formed the band in London in 1994.
Album Details
"English Summer Rain" is part of the album titled "Sleeping with Ghosts", which was released in 2003. This album became Placebo's most commercially successful one until that point.
Single Release
The song was released as a single on 23 February 2004 from the album and it reached number 23 in the UK Singles Chart.
LYRICS
The lyrics of the song touch upon the unpredictability and constant change of English weather, often used as a metaphor for the unpredictability of life or a relationship.
MUSIC VIDEO
The music video for "English Summer Rain" was directed by Howard Greenhalgh and features the band performing in a glass box while rain falls around them.
REMIX
A unique fact about "English Summer Rain" is that the single version of the song is a remix rather than the original version.
Live Performances
Placebo performed the song "English Summer Rain" during their live shows on the Sleeping with Ghosts tour.
Chart Performance
Although the song wasn't a big hit commercially, it did manage to gain popularity among fans and is still loved for its catchy tune and relatable lyrics.
Accolades
The album "Sleeping With Ghosts", which features "English Summer Rain", was certified platinum in the UK, highlighting the song's contribution to the overall success of the album.
Influence
Bright and upbeat, "English Summer Rain" contributed to Placebo's early 2000s sound, which was influential in shaping the landscape of alternative rock music at the time.

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