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)
Some Glad Morning
Blur Lyrics
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Some glad morning life was born
(You'll be like me)
In the shadows of a lifeless dawn
(You'll be like me)
Just a few more weary days I'll be
(You'll be like me)
Back with you eternally (You'll be like me)
Get the birds to go away (You'll be like me)
Fame will fade in lull, a bulb
(You'll be like me)
Well, the world is driving low
(You'll be like me)
If you're in a zoo, what do you do?
For inspiration, dream a scene
Piss on the nation
Nightingale will sing your song
(You'll be like me)
Farewell, he's been gone to long
(You'll be like me)
Come back to my bold world
(You'll be like me)
Get the door before you go
(You'll be like me)
Sunlight, it just falls on you
(You'll be like me)
A melody will pull you through
(You'll be like me)
You're blinded by a dirty mind
(You'll be like me)
Hurt it back, blew your gun
(You'll be like me)
Uh uh uh
Uh uh
Nightingale will sing your song
Farewell, he's been gone to long
Come back to my bold world
Get the door before you go
Some glad morning life was on
(You'll be like me)
In the shadows of a life of dawn
(You'll be like me)
Just a few more weary days I'll be
(You'll be like me)
Back with you eternally (You'll be like me)
(You'll be like me)
I'm coming down (You'll be like me)
Doo do, doo do, doo do, doo do
(You'll be like me)
Ooh, doo doo do do do, doo doo do
(You'll be like me)
Nightingale
The lyrics of Blur's song "Some Glad Morning" are a mixture of abstract and poetic phrases that create a sense of mysterious and dreamlike imagery. The refrain "You'll be like me" suggests a shared experience or a connection between the singer and the listener. The opening lines "Some glad morning life was born, in the shadows of a lifeless dawn" paint a picture of new beginnings emerging from darkness. It symbolizes the cycle of life and the hope of a brighter future.
The following lines talk about the passing of time and the anticipation of reuniting with someone eternally. The repetition of "You'll be like me" reinforces the idea of a shared destiny or parallel experiences. The line "Get the birds to go away" could be interpreted as a desire for tranquility and peace, wanting to escape the noise and distractions of the world.
The second verse introduces a more rebellious tone, with the line "If you're in a zoo, what do you do? For inspiration, dream a scene. Piss on the nation." This could be seen as a call to break free from societal norms and expectations, to find inspiration and creativity by going against the grain.
The chorus returns to the theme of nature and the power of music, symbolized by the nightingale singing a song. The lines "Sunlight, it just falls on you, a melody will pull you through" suggest that beauty and harmony have the ability to uplift and guide us through difficult times.
Overall, the lyrics of "Some Glad Morning" evoke a sense of longing, hope, and a search for deeper meaning in life.
Line by Line Meaning
(You'll be like me)
The singer is expressing the hope that the listener will become similar to them.
Some glad morning life was born
At some joyful moment, new life began.
In the shadows of a lifeless dawn
In the darkness of a desolate beginning.
Just a few more weary days I'll be
The artist will endure a few more tiring days.
Back with you eternally (You'll be like me)
The artist will be reunited with the listener forever, hoping that they will also be identical in some way.
Shine upon us, always say (You'll be like me)
Requesting for a constant warm presence and encouragement, urging the listener to be like the singer.
Get the birds to go away (You'll be like me)
Asking the listener to drive away any distractions or worries, just like the singer does.
Fame will fade in lull, a bulb
Celebrity status will diminish in a quiet, gradual manner.
Well, the world is driving low
The world is showing signs of decline or exhaustion.
If you're in a zoo, what do you do?
When faced with a confined or unnatural environment, how should one respond?
For inspiration, dream a scene
To find motivation, imagine a vivid scenario.
Piss on the nation
Expressing defiance and rebellion towards the country or society.
Nightingale will sing your song
A symbol of love or beauty will express your feelings.
Farewell, he's been gone too long
Bid goodbye to someone who has been absent for an extended period.
Come back to my bold world
Return to the singer's confident, assertive realm.
Get the door before you go
Make sure to close the door upon leaving.
Sunlight, it just falls on you
The warm, uplifting rays of the sun only shine upon you.
A melody will pull you through
A beautiful harmony will guide and support you.
You're blinded by a dirty mind
Your judgment is clouded by impure or corrupted thoughts.
Hurt it back, blew your gun
React with force or retaliation, releasing your own aggression.
Uh uh uh
Vocalization without a specific meaning.
Nightingale will sing your song
A symbol of love or beauty will express your feelings.
Farewell, he's been gone too long
Bid goodbye to someone who has been absent for an extended period.
Come back to my bold world
Return to the artist's confident, assertive realm.
Get the door before you go
Make sure to close the door upon leaving.
Some glad morning life was on
At some joyful moment, life was in progress.
In the shadows of a life of dawn
In the darkness of an early stage of existence.
Just a few more weary days I'll be
The artist will endure a few more tiring days.
Back with you eternally (You'll be like me)
The artist will be reunited with the listener forever, hoping that they will also be identical in some way.
(You'll be like me)
The singer is expressing the hope that the listener will become similar to them.
I'm coming down (You'll be like me)
The singer is descending both physically and metaphorically, while also hoping that the listener will follow suit.
Doo do, doo do, doo do, doo do
Nonsense sounds without a specific meaning.
Ooh, doo doo do do do, doo doo do
Nonsense sounds without a specific meaning.
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