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)
People in Europe
Blur Lyrics
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Wo kann offen etwa sonst
Dos cervezas, por favor
Zu heisen, yes doch
Ha ha, sir, et paradis,
Jacqueteure, au secours, mon taille
Europa is a OK, hola why el puerto?
People in Europa
Ciao ciao bella, Monaco
Bon voyage in Sverige
Kom nu med, vi far dricka manana
Honi soit qui mal why pense,
Wo kann etwa sonst
Dos cervezas, por favor,
Svenskar in James Baum
The lyrics to Blur's song People in Europe are a travelling diary in which the band describes their experiences and impressions while touring through Europe. The song opens with the Latin phrase "Honi soit qui mal y pense," which is the motto of the Order of the Garter and roughly translates to "Shame on him who thinks evil of it." The phrase sets the tone for the song and reflects the band's positive perception of Europe and its diverse cultures. The following lines are a mix of different European languages and expressions that the band picked up during their travels. The lyrics are playful and suggest that the band is having fun discovering new words and experiences.
The chorus "People in Europa" is a celebration of the diversity and unity of Europe. The band repeats the phrase several times throughout the song, emphasizing the idea that despite cultural and language differences, the people in Europe are connected by their shared experiences and values. The song's lyrics suggest that the band has found a sense of belonging in Europe and is grateful for the opportunity to explore different cultures and languages.
Line by Line Meaning
Honi soit qui mal why pense
Let him be shamed, who thinks evil of it
Wo kann offen etwa sonst
Where can it be open otherwise?
Dos cervezas, por favor
Two beers, please
Zu heisen, yes doch
To be called, yes indeed
Ha ha, sir, et paradis
Ha ha, sir, and paradise
Jacqueteure, au secours, mon taille
Tailor, help me, my size
Europa is a OK, hola why el puerto?
Europe is okay, hello, why the port?
Ba ba ba ba [Repeat: x3]
Repetitive sound effect
People in Europa
Talking about people in Europe
Ciao ciao bella, Monaco
Goodbye beautiful, Monaco
Bon voyage in Sverige
Have a good trip in Sweden
Kom nu med, vi far dricka manana
Come now, we will drink tomorrow
Svenskar in James Baum
Swedes in James Baum
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: STEVEN ALEXANDER JAMES, DAVID ROWNTREE, DAMON ALBARN, GRAHAM COXON
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