There Is No Ending

Arab Strap

About There Is No Ending

"There Is No Ending" is a song by Scottish post-folk indie band Arab Strap. It was first released on Arab Strap's last album, The Last Romance, and later as a 7" single limited to 1000 copies, both released in 2006 on Chemikal Underground.


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2006
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Not everything must end
Not every romance must descend
Not every lover's pact decays
Not every sad mistake replays

If you can love my growing gut
My rotten teeth and greying hair
Then I can guarantee I'll do
The same as long as you can bear
If you love my little poofy hands
My skinny arms and reeking feet
The way I dance, the way I eat
If you love the morning spots I try
And squeeze before you're up to see
Each torn ankle, each weak knee

But still my moods must swing
To solitude I must still cling
And you won't love me every day
And suffer many a display

But plates may smash and doors may slam
My comments may be less than kind
But that won't mean I've changed my mind
I'm a huffy prick the best of times
I love to sulf and shout and squeal
But please don't doubt the way I feel
Cause when the Sun burns up the earth
Our progeny will raise a can
Here's to where it all began
And every day I hear the world
Is cracking up, the end is near
I hear we all should live in fear

Bullies, burglers, paedophiles
Bird flu and passive smoke 
(They're coming!)
Volcanoes, earthquakes, tidal waves
Heart disease and strokes
(They're coming!)
Terrorists with homemade bombs
And factions everywhere
(They're coming!)
They're drinking in the street 
And they could steal your home 
And I don't care!

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Arab Strap

Arab Strap were an indie rock band from Falkirk, Scotland that consisted of core members Aidan Moffat and Malcolm Middleton. The band were signed to independent record label Chemikal Underground, and split in 2006. As indicated by the title of Belle & Sebastian's third record, The Boy with the Arab Strap, and by Aidan Moffat's involvement in the two Reindeer Section albums, they were a central part of Glasgow's influential late 1990s music scene. more »

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Written by: Aidan Moffat, Malcolm Middleton

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11 facts about this song

Band
"There Is No Ending" is a song by Arab Strap. Arab Strap is a Scottish indie rock band formed in 1995 by Malcolm Middleton and Aidan Moffat.
Album
The song features in the band's sixth studio album titled "The Last Romance", which was released in 2005. The album marked a return to form for the band, receiving positive reviews.
Genre
Arab Strap is known for its originality within the indie rock genre. The song "There Is No Ending" is representative of the band's distinctive style, combining elements of rock and alternative music with a deeply emotional narrative.
Song Length
“There Is No Ending” is one of the band's longer songs, with a duration of over five minutes.
Signature Sound
Arab Strap is recognized for their introspective, brutally honest lyrics and melancholic melodies, which can be also recognized in "There Is No Ending."
Musical Versatility
The song features a change in musical direction for Arab Strap, incorporating a more melodic and pop-oriented sound compared to the band's earlier work.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "There Is No Ending" have been interpreted as a reflections on life from the perspective of the band members, inciting deep emotional responses from listeners.
Music Video
The song's official video, released in 2005, features a split screen of a man and a dog, which has been viewed as a metaphor for the bond between humans and animals, showcasing the band's creativity and unconventional storytelling.
Song Reception
"There Is No Ending" was well-received by both music critics and fans alike, often described as a highlight of "The Last Romance" album.
Live Performances
"There Is No Ending" was performed live by Arab Strap in numerous concerts, helping to build the band's reputation for intense and engaging performances.
Relevance
The song continues to be relevant to Arab Strap's fans, reflecting the timeless nature of the band's music. Despite the band's split in 2006, their music continues to be highly regarded within the indie rock genre.

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