Banquet
Bloc Party
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A heart of stone, a smoking gun I can give you life, I can take it away A heart of stone, a smoking gun I'm working it out, I'm Why'd you feel so underrated? Why'd you feel so negated? Ha-ha Turning away from the light Becoming adult Turning into my self I wanted to bite, not destroy To feel her underneath Turning into the light She don't think straight No-no-no she don't think straight She's got such a dirty mind and it never-ever stops And you don't taste like her and you never-ever will And we don't read the papers, we don't read the news And it's never enough, we will never be fooled Turning away from the light Becoming adult Turning into my self I wanted to bite, not destroy To feel her underneath Turning into the light And if you feel (and if you feel) A little left behind (a little left behind) We will wear you on the other side And if you feel (and if you feel) A little left behind (a little left behind) We will wear you on the other side 'Cause I'm on fire 'Cause you know I'm on fire when you come 'Cause you know I'm on fire 'Cause you know I'm on fire so stomp me out 'Cause I'm on fire 'Cause I'm on fire 'Cause I'm on fire 'Cause I'm on fire
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Written by: Gordon Moakes, Kele Okereke, Matt Tong, Russell Lissack
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Band Origin"Banquet" is a song by British indie rock band Bloc Party.
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Release DateThis song was released on 25th April 2005 as the second single from the band's debut studio album, "Silent Alarm".
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Chart Performance"Banquet" is and still remains one of Bloc Party's most successful songs, having peaked at number 13 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Double ReleaseIt was released twice in the UK. First release was in limited 7-inch vinyl with only 500 copies issued and the second release was on CD and 7-inch vinyl.
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Music VideoThe music video features the band performing the song in The Music Machine venue in London.
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Cover VersionThe song has been covered by band The Automatic in their live sets.
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RemixesVarious remixes of "Banquet" have been produced, notably the Phones Disco Edit which is a popular club remix.
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Video Game AppearanceThe song features in the soccer video game, "FIFA 06" and in the racing video game, "Burnout Revenge".
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American ReleaseThe US version of "Banquet" was only released on vinyl.
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InfluenceBloc Party and their song "Banquet" were considered part of the post-punk revival movement of the mid-2000s.
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AwardsThe song was nominated for the NME Award for Best Track in 2006.
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Unique SoundThe song is known for its unique blend of angular guitar riffs and a danceable rhythm section.
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LyricsMuch debate exists about the song's lyrical meaning. Some interpret it as referring to relationship struggles, while others view it as a critique of societal issues.
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