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)
One Born Every Minute
Blur Lyrics
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Dirty knickers pop music vodka and gin
Your knees are sore you must?ve been in the wars
There's something to celebrate in our lives and
here's where it begins
Oh well see how we've grown
One is born every minute
you're never never alone
Dosey clocks to cause the volatile tots to
Sleep together if or never we're on this then
Oh here we go, here we go, here we go again
Dirty knickers pop music vodka beer and gin
Oh well see how we've grown
One is born every minute
you're never never alone
One is born - every minute of the day
The song "One Born Every Minute" by Blur may initially sound like a party anthem, with its references to dirty knickers and alcohol, but it actually has a deeper underlying message. The opening lines set the scene for a night of revelry, with the singer describing the party essentials of pop music and booze. However, the reference to sore knees suggests that there may be more going on than just dancing and drinking - it could be interpreted as a hint towards sexual activity.
As the song continues, Blur put forth the idea that there is always something worth celebrating in life, and that every moment is an opportunity for growth. The repeated line "One is born every minute" serves not only as a reminder of the constant cycle of life and death, but also as a message of hope. No matter what happens, there is always a chance for renewal and a fresh start. The singer speaks directly to the listener, reassuring them that they are never truly alone because the world is always changing and evolving.
Throughout the song, Blur playfully mix together different sounds and words, creating a chaotic and energising sonic landscape. The reference to "volatile tots" suggests a sense of unpredictability and danger, but the overall feeling of the song is one of excitement and joy. Ultimately, "One Born Every Minute" encourages listeners to embrace life's ups and downs with open arms, and to always keep moving forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Here we go (here we go) here we go again
We're starting again, doing the same things we've done before.
Dirty knickers pop music vodka and gin
Our lifestyle is wild and carefree; we indulge in cheap thrills and excess.
Your knees are sore you must?ve been in the wars
You've been through a lot, physically or emotionally.
There's something to celebrate in our lives and here's where it begins
We have something to be happy about and this is where we start celebrating.
Oh well see how we've grown
Look at how we've changed and matured since the last time we were here.
One is born every minute you're never never alone
There are always new people being born, and you are never truly alone.
One is born - every minute of the day
New life is being created constantly, every single minute.
Dosey clocks to cause the volatile tots to Sleep together if or never we're on this then
Unpredictable circumstances bring people together, whether they like it or not.
Oh here we go, here we go, here we go again
We're starting over and repeating our past mistakes.
Dirty knickers pop music vodka beer and gin
Our lifestyle choices haven't changed, and we continue to indulge in the same things.
Oh well see how we've grown
Despite our lack of change, we still have grown and developed in our own ways.
One is born every minute you're never never alone
We always have the opportunity to connect with new people and never truly have to be alone.
One is born - every minute of the day
New life is constantly being created, even when we're not aware of it.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: STEVEN ALEXANDER JAMES, DAVID ROWNTREE, DAMON ALBARN, GRAHAM COXON
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