Initially the solo project of Mark Foster, he later added Fink and Pontius in 2009, forming a full band in the process. Two other musicians, Sean Cimino (guitar, keyboards, vocals) and Isom Innis (keyboards, vocals), tour with the band as additional members.
Discography:
1. Albums:
2011 - Torches
2014 - Supermodel
2017 - Sacred Hearts Club
2. EPs:
2019 - Pick U Up
2020- In The Darkest Of Nights, Let The Birds Sing
3. Singles:
2011 - Pumped Up Kicks
2011 - Call It What You Want
2012 - Don't Stop (Color on the Walls) (Remixes) - EP
2014 - Coming Of Age
2014 - Pseudologia Fantastica
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Tabloid Super Junky
Foster the People Lyrics
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You're passing up, you're injured, for ability
Well I've been waiting for a compromise but guess its more the same
We've separated all the things that we want for gain
You remember your name?
Well they were looking right at you, you forget the face
Well if the future's sipping up all the space and food through a straw
Well static is a worthy test to help you brush aside the rest
Is this something that you'd ever need
Well I'm okay
Are you scared to take what they've taken from you
Yeah I am afraid
We're so done in
I'm sick of being accosted by the ghost in the street
Your magazine looking backward thinking junkies are just fodder for the global lead
Do you think you had a choice
When you're eating and sleeping in all the noise?
Let the moneymakers keep the politicians afloat
We're biting everything that we're told
Well, then a smile and a couple of jokes will be enough of to convince the good folks
Well, is this something you ever need?
Well, I'm okay
Are you waiting for a minute to fight for what they've taken from you?
Yeah, I'm afraid
We're so done in
The lyrics to Foster the People's "Tabloid Super Junky" illustrate a theme of societal corruption, specifically the manipulation of the masses by those in power through propaganda and media consumption. The opening lines describe the way in which capitalism has drained the energy from individuals and left them wounded, unable to compete and lacking a sense of purpose. The singer has been waiting for some sort of resolution, but recognizes that the cycle of greed and selfishness will continue to prevail. The line "We've separated all the things that we want for gain" suggests that society prioritizes individual desires over collective needs, further perpetuating this cycle of corruption.
The chorus poses several questions to the listener, asking whether these manipulated and distorted messages and values are really necessary, and whether the fear of speaking out against them is justified. The lines "We're biting everything that we're told / Well, then a smile and a couple of jokes will be enough of to convince the good folks" suggest that society is being sold a false reality, and those in power can convince the masses of anything with a little charisma and a good sense of humor. Overall, "Tabloid Super Junky" is a powerful commentary on the ways in which the media and those in power manipulate and control our society, encouraging listeners to think critically about the messages they're consuming and to stand up against corruption.
Line by Line Meaning
Well capitalistic feast has been sucking the heat
The greedy and profit-driven lifestyle has been draining the energy out of people.
You're passing up, you're injured, for ability
You are neglecting your own needs and hurting yourself in order to be productive and successful.
Well I've been waiting for a compromise but guess its more the same
I have been hoping for a solution that benefits both sides, but it seems like nothing has changed.
We've separated all the things that we want for gain
We have disconnected ourselves from the things we value and instead prioritize material gain.
You remember your name?
Have you forgotten who you truly are?
Well they were looking right at you, you forget the face
People around you recognize you, but you have lost touch with your own identity and purpose.
Well if the future's sipping up all the space and food through a straw
If the future is characterized by scarcity and limited resources.
And a mock is finally flipped on its back
When a facade or falsehood is exposed and overturned.
Well static is a worthy test to help you brush aside the rest
Distractions and disruptions can help you see through the noise and hone in on what truly matters.
Is this something that you'd ever need
Do you truly require or desire this?
Well I'm okay
I am content with where I am right now.
Are you scared to take what they've taken from you
Are you afraid to reclaim what has been taken from you by outside forces?
Yeah I am afraid
Yes, I am fearful and hesitant.
We're so done in
We are exhausted and worn out from the demands placed on us by society.
I'm sick of being accosted by the ghost in the street
I am tired of being haunted by the intangible forces and pressures of society.
Your magazine looking backward thinking junkies are just fodder for the global lead
Your publication glorifies a destructive and unhealthy lifestyle, which is really just fuel for the wealthy and powerful.
Do you think you had a choice
Do you believe you had agency and autonomy in the decisions you have made?
When you're eating and sleeping in all the noise?
When you are consumed by the chaos and bustle of daily life?
Let the moneymakers keep the politicians afloat
The wealthy and powerful keep the politicians under their control to maintain their own interests.
We're biting everything that we're told
We are blindly accepting and following whatever we are told without questioning or analyzing it.
Well, then a smile and a couple of jokes will be enough of to convince the good folks
A charming demeanor and a few witty comments are all that is needed to sway and manipulate the masses.
Well, is this something you ever need?
Is this truly something that you desire or require?
Well, I'm okay
I am content with where I am right now.
Are you waiting for a minute to fight for what they've taken from you?
Are you biding your time to reclaim what has been taken from you by outside forces?
Yeah, I'm afraid
Yes, I am fearful and hesitant.
We're so done in
We are exhausted and worn out from the demands placed on us by society.
Contributed by Jayce G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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[Reversed Intro]
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[Verse 1]
Well, the capitalistic feast has been sucking the heat
You're passing up, you're injured for ability
Well, I've been waiting for a compromise but I guess it's more the same
We're separated all the things that we want for gain
You remember your name
Well, they were looking right at you, you forget the face
If the future's sipping all space and food through a straw
And the monster's finally flipped on its back
Well, the static is a worthy test to help you brush aside the rest
[Chorus]
Is this something that you'd ever need?
Well, I'm okay
Are you scared to take what they've taken from you?
Well, yeah, I'm afraid
We've sold our names
Send in a dollar if you want to contribute to the American Health Association
[Verse 2]
I'm sick of being accosted by the ghost in the street
Your magazine looking backward thinking junkies are just fodder for the global elite
Do you think you had a choice
When you're eating and sleeping in all the noise?
Let the moneymakers keep the politicians afloat
We're biting everything that we're told
Well, then a smile and a couple of jokes will be enough to convince the good folks
[Outro]
Well, is this something that you'd ever need?
Well, I'm okay
Are you waiting for a minute to fight for what they've taken from you?
Yeah, I'm afraid
We've sold our names
[Instrumental]
@Mewzyque
Well capitalistic feast has been sucking the heat
You're passing up, you're injured, for ability
Well I've been waiting for a compromise but guess its more the same
We've separated all the things that we want for gain
You remember your name?
Well they were looking right at you, you forget the face
Well if the future's sipping up all the space and food through a straw
And a mock is finally flipped on its back
Well static is a worthy test to help you brush aside the rest
Is this something that you'd ever need
Well I'm okay
Are you scared to take what they've taken from you
Yeah I am afraid
We're so done in
I'm sick of being accosted by the ghost in the street
Your magazine looking backward thinking junkies are just fodder for the global lead
Do you think you had a choice
When you're eating and sleeping in all the noise?
Let the moneymakers keep the politicians afloat
We're biting everything that we're told
Well, then a smile and a couple of jokes will be enough of to convince the good folks
Well, is this something you ever need?
Well, I'm okay
Are you waiting for a minute to fight for what they've taken from you?
Yeah, I'm afraid
We're so done in
@samuelfreitxs
Well, capitalistic feast has been sucking the heat
You're passing up, you're injured for ability
Well, I've been waiting for a compromise, but I guess it's more the same
We'll separated all the things that we want for gain
You remember your name
Well they were looking right at you, you forget the face
If the future's sipping all space and food through a straw
And the monster's finally flipped on its back
Well, the static is a worthy test to help you brush aside the rest
Is this something that you'd ever need?
Well, I'm okay
Are you scared to take what they've taken from you?
Well yeah, I'm afraid
We've sold our names
I'm sick of being accosted by the ghost in the street
Your magazine looking backward thinking junkies are just fodder for the global elite
Do you think you had a choice
When you're eating and sleeping in all the noise?
Let the moneymakers keep the politicians afloat
We're biting everything that we're told
Well, then a smile and a couple of jokes will be enough to convince the good folks
Well, is this something that you'd ever need?
Well, I'm okay
Are you waiting for a minute to fight for what they've taken from you?
Yeah, I'm afraid
We've sold our names
Tablóide Super Drogado
Bem, a festa capitalista tem sugado a exaltação
Está passando por cima, está prejudicado pela esperteza
Bem, eu estava esperando um compromisso, mas acho que é a mesma coisa
Vamos separar tudo o que queremos ganhar
Você lembra do seu nome
Bem, eles estavam te olhando, você esqueceu a cara
Se a conquista do espaço e a comida por canudo do futuro
E os monstros finalmente se viraram
Bem, a estática é um teste digno para te ajudar a deixar de lado o resto
Isto é algo que você sempre precisou?
Bem, estou legal
Você está com medo de pegar o que eles tiraram de você?
Claro, estou com medo
Vendemos nossos nomes
Estou cansado de ser abordado pelo fantasma na rua
Sua revista procurando pensadores viciados é apenas enchimento para a elite global
Você acha que tem escolha?
Quando está comendo e dormindo com toda esta briga?
Deixe os ricassos manterem os políticos ativos
Estamos mordendo tudo o que dissemos
Bem, então um sorriso e algumas piadas serão suficientes para convencer o povão
Bem, isso é algo que você sempre precisou?
Bem, eu estou legal
Você está esperando um minuto para lutar por aquilo que tiraram de você?
Sim, estou com medo
Vendemos nossos nomes
@nazaretnazaret2022
This song bring me so much nostalgia OMG, I remember when Supermodel came out in 2014, I was 12 and FTP was a huge life changer for me.
@coleswaggins
Same here, i was 17 in 2014 tho. You listen to Sacred Hearts Club?
@isaackondoh1764
FTP in general was a gamechanger in my elementary and early highschool days. Really got me through tough times. Also sacred hearts club slaps
@FernandoLopez-mp5nd
Same, I was 19 years old when this came out, that was a very supportive album for me beacuse I was turning from a teen to an adult and that was a little complicated. Were very good times in 2014, going out with friends to walking outside at night, going to bars and parties in houses, not so much and 6 - 7 people parties but so much fun, fleeting romances, conversations at 3 AM with this song in the background... and precisely this song is my favorite from the album without being on it, probably my favorite from Foster the People. Now listening to Supermodel brings me a lot of nostalgia, I'm already 26, which isn't many years, but life has already changed. I hope my english was good jaja saludos desde Guadalajara, México.
@kiyumimayumi9538
@@isaackondoh1764 ht44
@maria-melek
I was 12 too, that was when I got into indie/alternative music and I'm glad I did.
@STAYCLOSE2ME
I wish this song had more recognition
@niccolovitiello1409
Most underrated song by Foster the People, together with pseudologia fantasica
@PugiTheDogYT
@@niccolovitiello1409 And the unforeseeable fate of mr jones
@fawful56
@@PugiTheDogYTyeah, masterpieces