The Ideal Height

Biffy Clyro

About The Ideal Height

"The Ideal Height" is a song by Biffy Clyro and was the first single from their 2003 album, The Vertigo of Bliss, and their fifth overall single. On the UK Singles Chart, it peaked at number 46.


Year:
2003
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You've opened the door to reason, without invitation
Forget what you had, it's vanished - except for the minions
But we'll scratch away to find the ideal height
How well do you think that you know me? I'll tell you now, I didn't even mean it
Circumstance predicts I, slim the main

We hope that you don't remember instructions of heaven
'Cause everyone has a purpose even the minions
But we'll scratch away to find the ideal height
How well do you think that you know me? I'll tell you now I didn't even mean it
Circumstance depicts I, slim the main, make the strain go away

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Biffy Clyro

Biffy Clyro are a Scottish rock band that formed in Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire comprising Simon Neil (guitar, lead vocals), James Johnston (bass, vocals) and Ben Johnston (drums, vocals). Currently signed to 14th Floor Records, they have released five studio albums, two of which, Puzzle and Only Revolutions (2009) reached the top five in the UK Album Charts. more »

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Written by: SIMON NEIL

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12 facts about this song

Band Origin
"The Ideal Height" was performed by Biffy Clyro, a Scottish rock band that was formed in Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire.
Album Information
The song is a part of their second studio album, "The Vertigo of Bliss," which was released in June 2003.
Song Duration
The song has a duration of 3 minutes and 41 seconds, making it one of the medium-length tracks on the album.
Genre Specification
"The Ideal Height" is a blend of alternative rock and indie rock genres, as per the overall musical style of the band.
Critical Reception
Critics have lauded the song for its powerful, raw energy and the unique vocal style of the band's lead singer, Simon Neil.
Musical Attributes
The song is characterized by heavy guitar riffs, powerful drumming, and emotionally-charged lyrics.
Live Performances
"The Ideal Height" quickly became a fan-favorite and is regularly included in the band's live performances.
Chart Performance
Despite Biffy Clyro's later commercial success, "The Ideal Height" did not chart in the UK Singles Chart.
Lyric Theme
The song, much like the album, explores themes of aversion and repulsion, as well as tackling feelings of distance and separation.
Music Video
A fantastical music video featuring the band was released for the song, contributing to its visibility and popularity.
Unique Presentation
The song's intermittent soft-loud dynamic and Neil's varying vocal style contributed to Biffy Clyro's reputation for unique, boundary-pushing alternative rock.
Song's Message
The song's lyrics suggest a longing for achieving 'the ideal height', which might symbolize the desire for personal growth or reaching one's potential.

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