Revolution 909
Daft Punk
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Written by: Thomas Bangalter, Guy Manuel Homem Christo
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10 facts about this song
Group Origin"Revolution 909" is a song by the French duo Daft Punk, known for their contributions to the house music genre.
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Album PlacementThe song is the sixth track on their debut studio album "Homework," which was released in 1997.
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Title InspirationThe title "Revolution 909" is a nod to the Roland TR-909, a drum machine used extensively in house music and techno. It symbolizes an era when the 909 sound was a sort of revolution in electronic music.
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Social Commentary"Revolution 909" is said to deal with the French government's stance on live events and raves, representing Daft Punk's response to the supposed 'criminalization' of such events.
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Musical StructureThe track begins with the sound of a party being busted by the police, possibly indicating a protest against the misinterpretation and mistreatment of rave culture.
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Unique VideoIts music video, largely animated, was directed by Roman Coppola, the son of famous director Francis Ford Coppola. The video depicts a tomato being harvested, processed, and becoming part of a pizza, believed to symbolize the organic nature of house music.
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Critical ReceptionDue to its commentary and music production, "Revolution 909" is often cited by critics as one of the more memorable tracks off "Homework".
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Song LengthThe song has a length of 5:26, making it one of the longer tracks on the album.
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Sample UseDespite Daft Punk's notable use of samples in other songs, "Revolution 909" doesn't seem to feature any noticeable samples, reflecting the duo’s abilities as original composers and sound designers.
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LegacyThough not a single, "Revolution 909" has been influential within the electronic music scene and is often seen as a celebration of the genre's rise and fight for legitimacy.
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