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)
Ernold Same
Blur Lyrics
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In the same bed at the same time
Looked in the same mirror
Made the same frown
And felt the same way he did every day,
Then Ernold Same caught the same train
At the same station, sat in the same seat
With the same nasty stain
On his way to the same place to do the same thing
Again and againâ?¦ poor old Ernold Same.
Oh Ernold Same,
His world stays the same,
Today will always be tomorrow,
Poor old Ernold Same,
He's getting that feeling once again,
Nothing will change tomorrow.
The lyrics of "Ernold Same" by Blur describe the monotonous and repetitive nature of everyday life through the story of a man named Ernold Same. The lyrics highlight the lack of variety in Ernold's routine, as he wakes up from the same dream every day and goes through the same motions. The repetition is emphasized by the use of the word "same" throughout the song, which creates a sense of mundanity and boredom.
Ernold's life seems to be devoid of any excitement or change, as he catches the same train to the same destination, sits in the same seat, and meets the same people every day. The song implies that Ernold is stuck in a cycle of sameness and that he's resigned himself to the fact that nothing will ever change. The chorus emphasizes Ernold's bleak outlook, with the lyrics, "His world stays the same, Today will always be tomorrow, Poor old Ernold Same, He's getting that feeling once again, Nothing will change tomorrow."
Overall, "Ernold Same" is a commentary on the monotony of everyday life and how people can get stuck in a routine that can be difficult to break free from. The song urges listeners to find ways to break out of their own cycles of sameness to find excitement and purpose in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Ernold Same awoke from the same dream
Ernold Same woke up and realized that the dream he had was a repetition of what he has been dreaming for several nights.
In the same bed at the same time
Ernold Same woke up at his usual time, in his usual bed.
Looked in the same mirror
Ernold Same maintained his usual routine, as he looked in the mirror to check his appearance just like any other day.
Made the same frown
Ernold Same, upon seeing his reflection, frowned just as he does every day - this has become a part of his daily routine.
And felt the same way he did every day
Ernold Same felt the same way he does every other day, which is mundane, monotonous, and dull.
Then Ernold Same caught the same train
Ernold Same followed his usual schedule by catching the same train to commute from one place to another.
At the same station, sat in the same seat
Ernold Same boarded the train at the same station and sat in the same seat he always sits in, conforming to his daily routine.
With the same nasty stain
Ernold Same found a nasty stain on his seat, which has been there for some time, resembling the monotonous and dreary nature of his life.
Next to him the same old what's his name
Ernold Same sat next to somebody he didn't know or care to know, indicating the lack of social interaction and interest in others in his life.
On his way to the same place to do the same thing
Ernold Same is on his way to do the same task as he does every day, illustrating that he has not progressed or improved from his monotonous lifestyle.
Again and againâ?¦ poor old Ernold Same
Ernold Same is stuck in a never-ending cycle of repeating the same events daily, leaving him feeling sorry for himself.
Oh Ernold Same,
The lyricist repeats Ernold Same's name and another line of the song that highlights how monotonous his life is throughout the song.
His world stays the same,
Ernold Same's world is stagnant and monotonous, with no change or growth.
Today will always be tomorrow,
His life will remain the same every day, with tomorrow being no different than today.
Poor old Ernold Same,
The lyricists feel empathy for Ernold Same's dull, stagnant life.
He's getting that feeling once again,
Ernold Same is experiencing the same feelings that he has every day, which are dull and lifeless.
Nothing will change tomorrow.
Tomorrow will be the same as every other day for Ernold Same, leaving no hope for change or growth in his life.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: STEVEN ALEXANDER JAMES, DAVID ROWNTREE, DAMON ALBARN, GRAHAM COXON
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