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.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blur_(band)
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)
I Broadcast
Blur Lyrics
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The representatives are alright
In circulation the snake and the tiger
Waking up and shaving in industrial life
I broadcast
Closing on another day now
All for a cold sore
I love the aspects of another city
It's got your number and your blood type
They been intentious so need some focus
The apparitions of another prodigal night, right?
I broadcast
Closing on another day now
All for a high score
Something out of nothing
I broadcast
I'm running, I'm running, I'm running
I broadcast
Closing on another day now
All for a cold sore
Something out of nothing
I broadcast
Closing on another day now
All for a cold sore
Something out of nothing
The lyrics in Blur's "I Broadcast" are a commentary on urban life and the desire for something new and exciting. The singer is fascinated by the aspects of another city, finding the representatives "alright" and enjoying the energy of the "snake and the tiger" in circulation. However, there is a sense of ennui in these observations, as the singer wakes up and shaves in the monotonous routine of industrial life. The repetition of "something out of nothing" emphasizes the singer's yearning for novelty in a world that can feel oppressive and dull.
The chorus of "I Broadcast" reflects this sense of restlessness as well. The singer is "closing on another day now", but the repetition of the chorus emphasizes the endless cycle of day after day. The cold sore and high score references suggest that even as the singer seeks something new, they are still struggling with the mundane difficulties of life. The repeated line "I'm running, I'm running, I'm running" suggests a vague sense of urgency to escape the mundanity, but there is little indication of where the singer hopes to run to.
Overall, "I Broadcast" captures the feeling of being trapped in the drudgery of daily life while yearning for something more. The repetition of phrases and images emphasizes the cyclical nature of routine, and the lyrics highlight the desire for novelty and adventure that can be hard to find in the midst of the urban grind.
Line by Line Meaning
I love the aspects of another city
I'm enamored with the characteristics of a different place
The representatives are alright
The people who live there seem decent enough
In circulation the snake and the tiger
There are dangerous forces at play
Waking up and shaving in industrial life
The daily grind is getting to me
I broadcast
I'm putting my thoughts out there for all to hear
Closing on another day now
The day is coming to an end
All for a cold sore
My efforts don't seem worth the trouble
Something out of nothing
I'm trying to create something meaningful from nothing
It's got your number and your blood type
This city knows everything about you
They been intentious so need some focus
The chaos around me is distracting
The apparitions of another prodigal night, right?
Another wasted evening haunts me
I'm running, I'm running, I'm running
I'm trying to escape my problems
All for a high score
I'm striving for success
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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LYRICS:
I love the aspects of another city
The representatives are alright
In circulation the snake and the tiger
Waking up clean shaven in industrial light
I broadcast
Buzzing on another day now
All for a cold sore
Something out of nothing
I love the aspects of another city
It's got your number and your blood type
Living in tetrus I need soft focus
The apparitions of another prodigal night
Right?
I broadcast
Buzzing on another day now
All for a high score
Something out of nothing
I broadcast
Fairy Factory
I think it's awesome that they included fan videos in an official music video. That shows that they really appreciate their fans, and it's the sign of a good band.
Lulaire Noroub
Or, they just didn't want or need to blow money of expensive music videos. Still dope though :p
John Harvey
Fairy Factory.
Have you checked out the new Weezer video. That features fans. Even more directly than this. It's one of the best vids (I've) seen for a long time. Song title : Hero. Think you'll like it.
Robbie Gee
They broadcast.
LuceoftheWest
@Lulaire Noroub of they didnt want to blow money on expensive music videos they couldve just did “there are too many of us” or “go out” a second time and call it a day, one doesnt make something as elaborate as this just to save money
TheDailyCrumb
Thank you for ending with my animation! <3 #Themagicwhip
Adam
+TheDailyCrumb Love it!
Paloma Valencia
+TheDailyCrumb i loved it, where can i see it full?
Agustina
that was yours? woah, its amazing
El Nato
+TheDailyCrumb Good job ;)