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About End of a Century
"End of a Century" is a song by alternative rock band Blur. Released in November 1994, it was the last single to be released from their third album Parklife. "End of a Century" reached number 19 on the UK Singles Chart, considered a disappointment by Andy Ross of Food Records. Albarn later stated that "End of a Century" may not have been the best choice for the album's fourth single, and that "This Is a Low" would have been a better alternative.
- Year:
- 1994
- 2:45
- 282Views
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- #2
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She says there's ants in the carpetDirty little monstersEating all the morselsPicking up the rubbishGive her effervescenceShe needs a little sparkleGood morning TVYou're looking so healthyWe all say "don't want to be alone"We wear the same clothes 'cause we feel the sameWe kiss with dry lips when we say goodnightEnd of a century, oh, it's nothing specialSex on the TVEverybody's at itThe mind gets dirtyAs you get closer to thirtyHe gives her a cuddleGlowing in a huddleGood night TVYou're all made upAnd you're looking like meWe all say "don't want to be alone"We wear the same clothes 'cause we feel the sameWe kiss with dry lips when we say goodnightEnd of a century, oh, it's nothing specialCan you eat her, yes you canWe all say "don't want to be alone"We wear the same clothes 'cause we feel the sameWe kiss with dry lips when we say goodnightEnd of a century, oh, it's nothing specialWe all say "don't want to be alone"We wear the same clothes 'cause we feel the sameWe kiss with dry lips when we say goodnightEnd of a century, oh, it's nothing specialOh, end of a century, oh, it's nothing special
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Blur
Blur are an English alternative rock band. Formed in London in 1988 as Seymour, the group consists of singer/keyboardist Damon Albarn, guitarist/singer Graham Coxon, bassist Alex James and drummer Dave Rowntree. Blur's debut album Leisure (1991) incorporated the sounds of Madchester and shoegazing. Following a stylistic change influenced by English guitar pop groups such as The Kinks, The Beatles and XTC, Blur released Modern Life Is Rubbish (1993), Parklife (1994) and The Great Escape (1995). As a result, the band helped to popularise the Britpop genre and achieved mass popularity in the UK, aided by a chart battle with rival band Oasis in 1995 dubbed "The Battle of Britpop". more »
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Brit Pop, Country Rock, Indie Rock, Lo-Fi, Parody
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Written by: ALEXANDER JAMES, DAVID ROWNTREE, DAMON ALBARN, GRAHAM COXON
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Creation and Release"End of a Century" is a song by British rock band Blur. It was the final single released in 1994 from their third album "Parklife." |
Chart PerformanceDespite being one of their lower-charting singles, the song still managed to reach number 19 on the UK Singles Chart. |
Genre ClassificationThe song is typically classified under the Britpop genre, a style of British pop music that was popular during the mid to late '90s. |
Lyrics ThemeThe song presents a lyrical commentary on British culture at the end of the 20th century. It criticizes the disillusionment and lack of excitement about the upcoming millennium. |
Music VideoThe music video for "End of a Century" was directed by the acclaimed British photographer and film director, Damien Hirst. |
SignificanceDespite not being the band's greatest chart success, "End of a Century" is a significant track due to its social commentary and its embodiment of the Britpop culture and era. |
Cover Versions"End of a Century" was covered by The Caitlin Ballew for the 2009 Blur tribute album PARKLIVE. |
Live PerformancesThe song was performed live during their famous 2009 Hyde Park reunion concert and featured in the subsequent "Blur: Live at Hyde Park" album. |
Production CreditsThe song was produced by Stephen Street, a producer notable for his work with The Smiths and Morrissey. |
Vinyl Release"End of a Century" was also released as a 7" and 12" vinyl. The B-side included live versions of "Parklife" and "Girls & Boys." |
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