They added the 1979 suffix to the name following a legal dispute with New York City dance-punk label Death From Above (known as DFA Records since the September 11, 2001 attacks). "Death from above" was written on a helicopter in the movie Apocalypse Now, which was copyrighted in 1979. However, Grainger says this is simply a coincidence; 1979 was chosen as it was, amongst other reasons, "the year I was born."
Death from Above 1979 had planned on recording the follow up to its debut full-length You're A Woman, I'm A Machine. There were plans to release it in three versions: the traditional bass/drums lineup, a full-band lineup with musicians assembled by Grainger, and a remix album. The albums featuring a full band and remixes were supposedly to be released on the band's official website.
In 2005 the video for "Romantic Rights" won a VideoFACT award at the MuchMusic Video Music Awards.
On August 4, 2006, the band announced they had decided to split "almost a year ago" due to the strained relationship between the two - claiming they only talked during interviews and just before shows - not to mention the fact that they had achieved all their aims after the record went gold in their native Canada.
Keeler was slated to play bass on the Queens Of The Stone Age album Era Vulgaris, but later revealed on the Death From Above 1979 message board that he could not due to scheduling conflicts. Keeler is now one half of MSTRKRFT, his new project with producer Al-P.
Sebastien Grainger is now in his own side project band Sebastien Grainger & the Mountains
In 2011 it was announced that the band were reuniting to perform at Coachella, then the band announced that they were planning to reunite on an ongoing basis.
If We Don't Make It We'll Fake It
Death from Above 1979 Lyrics
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Or am I okay?
Would you be friends with me on any other day?
Well, I know we've been through this before
But I remember thinking we were through
N-N-N-Nothing would matter if it was me and you
If we were naked we'd make it yeah me and you
Don't ever fake it or baby I say we're through
If we don't make it we'll fake it and see this through
When this is going down I see you running out
You better keep your word or you can shut your...
The lyrics of "If We Don't Make It, We'll Fake It" by Death from Above 1979 explore themes of uncertainty and doubt in a relationship. The singer questions whether their time together is worthwhile and seeks reassurance from their partner. They acknowledge that they have been through tough times before but have managed to overcome them, and they believe that nothing can come between them. The phrase "If we were naked we'd make it yeah me and you" is a metaphor for their deep emotional connection, and they warn their partner not to fake it or risk losing them.
The lyrics convey a sense of urgency and anxiety, reflected in the fast-paced, high-energy music. The repeated N-N-N-Nothing creates a feeling of tension and restlessness, emphasizing the uncertainty of the relationship. The use of profanity in the final line emphasizes the singer's frustration and anger, as they demand that their partner keeps their promises.
Overall, the lyrics suggest a complex relationship full of ups and downs, where the fear of failure and the desire for authenticity are in constant conflict.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me is my time wasted?
Do you find my presence here worthless?
Or am I okay?
Am I still acceptable to you?
Would you be friends with me on any other day?
Do you truly consider me your friend or am I just useful to you on certain occasions?
Well, I know we've been through this before
I am aware that we have faced similar situations in the past
But I remember thinking we were through
I recall believing that we had overcome this issue before
N-N-N-Nothing would matter if it was me and you
None of the external factors would hold significance as long as we are together
If we were naked we'd make it yeah me and you
Even in a vulnerable state, we would prevail together
Don't ever fake it or baby I say we're through
If you ever pretend or deceive me, our association will come to an end
If I could shake it just for you
I would do anything to fix things between us
If we don't make it we'll fake it and see this through
If we fail, we will still pretend and pursue the objective
When this is going down I see you running out
During difficult times, I envision you abandoning me and exiting from the situation
You better keep your word or you can shut your...
You must uphold your commitment, or else you are not worth my attention
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