Cheapskate
Supergrass
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Lift me up and pull me closer Holding on to what I know She's the one who lives the fire See a side you'll never know I need someone to be around 'Cause I'm breaking into lies Somebody stop me 'Cause I'm lookin' for my Lookin' for my high She's the one who lives the fire See a side you'll never know I need someone to be around 'Cause I'm breakin' into lies Somebody stop me 'Cause I'm lookin' for my Lookin' for my high I need someone to be around 'Cause I'm breakin' into lies Somebody stop me 'Cause I'm lookin' for life Yeah, you and me, yeah Now I'm breakin' through the door Somebody stop me 'Cause I'm lookin' for life Lookin' for life
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Written by: GARETH COOMBES, ROBERT COOMBES, DANIEL GOFFEY, MICHAEL QUINN
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10 facts about this song
Album Release Information"Cheapskate" is a song by British rock band Supergrass, which was released as part of their second studio album titled "In It for the Money" in 1997.
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Track Listing and Composition"Cheapskate" is the eighth track on the album, which includes 12 songs in total. The song, like the rest of the album, is mainly characterized by its Britpop style.
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The BandSupergrass was widely recognized as one of the prominent bands during the Britpop movement in the 90s. However, the band broke up in 2010 after performing and recording together for almost two decades.
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Commercial PerformanceSupergrass' album "In It for the Money" where "Cheapskate" is featured was a huge commercial success. It reached number two in the UK Albums Chart and was certified Platinum by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI).
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised "In It for the Money" and the entire album was well-received by the music press. However, individual song reviews or reactions to "Cheapskate" are less commonly found.
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Creative ProcessGaz Coombes, the band's lead vocalist and guitarist, was the principal songwriter for "Cheapskate." Most of the songs from "In It for the Money" were written while the band was touring.
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Song ThemeWhile specific information about the theme or inspiration of "Cheapskate" is not clearly documented, Supergrass' songs are often noted for their youthful, energetic sound, a combination of punk and pop, with many of their other tracks examining themes from adolescence to adulthood.
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Musical Style"Cheapskate," like the rest of the songs on "In It for the Money," showcases the band's diverse musical influences, from punk to pop, with a bit of psychedelic rock thrown in.
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Live PerformancesDespite not being one of the singles from "In It for the Money," "Cheapskate" was a staple in Supergrass' live setlists at the time the album was launched.
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LegacySupergrass, along with their body of work including songs like "Cheapskate," influenced a number of later British rock bands, showcasing the lasting impact of the Britpop era.
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