Blur's self-titled fifth album (1997) saw another stylistic shift, influenced by the lo-fi styles of American indie rock groups, and became their third UK chart-topping album. Its single "Song 2" brought the band mainstream success in the US for the first time. Their next album, 13 (1999) saw the band experimenting with electronic and gospel music, and featured more personal lyrics from Albarn. Their seventh album, Think Tank (2003), continued their experimentation with electronic sounds and was also shaped by Albarn's growing interest in hip hop and world music, featuring more minimal guitar work. Coxon left the band during early recording sessions for Think Tank, and Blur disbanded for several years after the end of the album's associated tour, with the members engaged in other projects.
In 2009, Blur reunited with Coxon back in the band and embarked on a European reunion tour. In the following years, they released several singles and compilations and toured internationally. In 2012, they received a Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music. Their eighth album, The Magic Whip (2015), was the sixth consecutive Blur studio album to top the British chart. The group have largely been on hiatus since the Magic Whip tour, but have announced plans to reunite in 2023 for various live dates.
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Studio albums
Leisure (1991)
Modern Life Is Rubbish (1993)
Parklife (1994)
The Great Escape (1995)
Blur (1997)
13 (1999)
Think Tank (2003)
The Magic Whip (2015)
The Ballad of Darren (2023)
Battery in Your Leg
Blur Lyrics
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So put a battery in your leg
Put a rock beat over anything
Get it stuck there in your head
You can be with me
I got nothing to rely on
I've broken every bone
But you know you're not alone
You can be with me
This is a ballad for the good times
And all the dignity we had
Don't get het up on the evil things
You ain't coming back
You can be with me
If you want to be
You can be with me
The lyrics of Blur's song Battery in Your Leg can be interpreted as a call to embrace the good times and put aside the negative thoughts and events in life. The song urges listeners to find solace in music, incorporating a rock beat that is sure to get stuck in one's head. The lyrics suggest a notion of solidarity, acknowledging that life can be tough and we may feel alone, but there is always someone who will be there to support us. Its chorus features a repeated invitation for the listener to join the singer stating, "You can be with me."
The song appears to refer to personal struggles such as depression, disillusionment, and hopelessness; however, its upbeat performance, including Graham Coxon's guitar solo, adds an element of positivity to the music. The lyrics also offer a reminder to hold onto dignity through adversity, not to focus too much on the negative, and seek help if needed: "Don't get het up on the evil things, you ain't coming back."
The Battery in Your Leg is the last track on Blur's seventh album, Think Tank. The song was written by Damon Albarn and Graham Coxon, the founding members of Blur. The album marked a departure from their previous work, with a shift to a more electronic sound featuring elements of hip-hop, reggae, and world music. The album was recorded in Morocco, making it the first time the band had recorded overseas.
Line by Line Meaning
This is a ballad for the good times
The song is a tribute to the happy moments shared by two people.
So put a battery in your leg
Let the rhythm of the music empower your soul.
Put a rock beat over anything
Make the sound of the music a priority.
Get it stuck there in your head
Remember the impact of the music in your memories.
You can be with me
The person singing the song offers to be there for you to share the good times.
I got nothing to rely on
The singer's life is at a low point, and they have no one to depend on.
I've broken every bone
The singer has gone through extreme physical and emotional pain.
Everybody's stopped believing
The people who once supported the singer are no longer there for them.
But you know you're not alone
The singer reminds the listener that they have a companion to share their experiences with.
And all the dignity we had
The singer laments the loss of respect and honor they once had.
Don't get het up on the evil things
It is encouraged not to focus on the negative aspects of life.
You ain't coming back
The past is gone, and it is time to move on.
If you want to be
The invitation is extended to those who want to share the good moments with the singer.
You can be with me
Once again, the singer offers to be a companion in times of joy and need.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Steven Alexander James, David Rowntree, Damon Albarn, Graham Goxon
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Oskar Lo
This is a ballad for the good times
So put a battery in your leg
Put a rock beat over anything
Get it stuck there in your head
You can be with me
I got nothing to rely on
I've broken every bone
Everybody's stopped believing
But you know you're not alone
You can be with me
This is a ballad for the good times
And all the dignity we had
Don't get het up on the evil things
You ain't coming back
You can be with me
If you want to be
You can be with me
MAGNUSRhythm
This is a ballad for the good times
So put a battery in your leg
Put a rock beat over anything
Get it stuck there in your head
You can be with me
I got nothing to rely on
I've broken every bone
Everybody's stopped believing
But you know you're not alone
You can be with me
This is a ballad for the good times
And all the dignity we had
Don't get caught up on the evil things
You ain't coming back
You can be with me
If you wanna be
You can be with me
Bert christofa
2003…. Age 18
Listening to this at gbury. In my bedroom. First contemplation of suicide. Now it brings me healing. Massive memory from this track
mircea1910
the only song on the album with any kind of contribution from Graham; makes you wonder what the album would have been like had he stayed during the entire making of the album
Luciano Goyenechea
the only blur song on the album...
Smolkenerbs420
Luciano Goyenechea I think you'll find there's a few more blur tracks on this blur album
Biponacci
@Smolkenerbs420
It's Blr. Damon said u can be with me to Graham, he declined, so there's no u in Blur now.
John Brinkman
it's not Blur without Graham. I can understand why Graham just had enough. but the power of this song is partly because of Graham....maybe a little bit more.
wildmercuryfilms
The album is perfect as-is, and is one of my favorites of all time. I had a Rolling Stone subscription for many years, and when this album was released, Rolling Stone gave it extremely high acclaim. I bought it soon after. I never listened to Blur before, except for that one song on American Radio, and it was before I heard any Gorillaz, so I listened to the album without any preconceived notions. The album was perfect. Perfect. I loved every song, and shared it with everyone. They would say: “This is MUCH BETTER than any other Blur songs I’ve ever heard.” This album, to me, is one of those rare PERFECT ALBUMS. Another PERFECT ALBUM is Murmur by R.E.M.
PoInTbLaNk
This album is wonderful even if Coxon took part to this only song. However, it's still one of the best tracks of this album and the perfect choice to end the tracklist.
hello children
Best song on the album.
John Harvey
So few views. And so few comments. Yet it's a remarkable track. Fantastic musically, atmouspherically. With some brilliant sounds.