The band first experienced chart success when their second single "Take Me Out" reached #3 in the UK Charts, followed by their debut album Franz Ferdinand which entered the UK album chart at #3. The band went on to win the 2004 Mercury Music Prize and two BRIT Awards in 2005 for Best British Group and Best British Rock Act. NME named Franz Ferdinand as their Album of the Year. From the album, three top-ten singles were released, "Take Me Out", "The Dark of the Matinée" and "This Fire". The band has also received several Grammy Award nominations.
The band is named after Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria whose assassination was one of the main reasons for the start of the First World War. The band decided on the name after seeing a racehorse named Archduke Ferdinand win the Northumberland Plate in 2001, eventually coming to the decision as the alliteration and sound of the name appealed to them.
- Discography
Franz Ferdinand (2004)
You Could Have It So Much Better (2005)
Blood; Franz Ferdinand (2009)
Tonight: Franz Ferdinand (2009)
Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action (2013)
FFS (2015) (Collaborative album with the band Sparks)
Always Ascending (2018)
Hits to the Head (2022)
Curious
Franz Ferdinand Lyrics
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Tension enter left on a dark stage
Our stars collide
Light, destroy the night
Am I thinking about now?
Am I thinking about then?
Am I thinking about you or me?
I'm curious, curious
Will you want me?
Will you want me when you've got me?
Are you gonna love me?
Tell me, I'm a future seeker
Heat-seeking freak
I want to know now, I've gotta know now
And no, I know that no, I shouldn't be so curious
But hell, you got me curious
'Cause I might love you
With mystery dissipating
Is it ordinary remaining?
Discovery is discovered
And you know what I will say when (say when)
Say when
When the question is asked
When the question remains
Repetition, repetition
Revealing the day
Are we the future?
I'm curious, curious
Will you want me?
Will you want me when you've got me?
Are you gonna love me?
Tell me, I'm a future seeker
Heat-seeking freak
I want to know now, I've gotta know now
And no, I know that no, I shouldn't be so curious
But hell, you got me curious
Will you love me now?
Will you love me then?
Will you love me when you see
See the man within?
Can you love the man within?
Will you hold me when you've got me?
Are you gonna love me
Tell me, yes, I'm a future seeker
I'm a heat-seeking freak
You know, you know, you've got me curious
Curious, you've got me curious
The lyrics of Franz Ferdinand's "Curious" delve into the complexities of love, desire, and uncertainty in a relationship. The song opens with a description of a captivating encounter, likened to a meet-cute in a story, where two individuals come together amidst a backdrop of tension and anticipation. The imagery of stars colliding and light emerging to destroy the night sets a dramatic tone for the narrative unfolding.
As the song progresses, the singer contemplates the nature of their feelings, questioning whether their thoughts are grounded in the present moment, reminiscing about the past, or projecting into the future. The theme of curiosity shines through as they ponder whether their partner will truly desire them and reciprocate their love. The uncertainty and vulnerability in this introspection are palpable, as they grapple with the unknown aspects of the evolving relationship.
The chorus of the song serves as a refrain, repeating the questions of whether the partner will want and love the singer, emphasizing the yearning for validation and reassurance. The reference to being a "future seeker" and a "heat-seeking freak" underscores the intensity of the singer's emotions and their eagerness to unravel the mysteries of their connection. Despite acknowledging the potential folly of being too curious, the singer cannot help but be captivated by the unfolding dynamics.
Towards the conclusion of the song, the focus shifts to introspection and self-discovery, with the singer questioning whether their partner will love the true essence of who they are within. The plea for acceptance and affirmation underscores a deeper desire for emotional intimacy and connection. The repeated refrain of being curious underscores the ongoing quest for understanding and validation, weaving a poignant narrative of love, uncertainty, and vulnerability in the realm of relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Meet-cute on the first page
A charming and unexpected encounter sets the stage for our story
Tension enter left on a dark stage
Conflict emerges in the shadows, adding drama to our narrative
Our stars collide
Our destinies intertwine, creating a powerful connection
Light, destroy the night
Illumination banishes darkness, bringing clarity to our relationship
Am I thinking about now?
Reflecting on our present circumstances
Am I thinking about then?
Contemplating our past experiences
Am I thinking about you or me?
Considering how our individual identities influence our connection
And when we are the future
Anticipating what lies ahead for us
I'm curious, curious
Filled with a desire to explore and understand
Will you want me?
Questioning if our feelings are mutual
Will you want me when you've got me?
Wondering if your affection will endure once you have me
Are you gonna love me?
Seeking reassurance of your emotional commitment
Tell me, I'm a future seeker
Expressing a yearning for clarity and certainty about the future
Heat-seeking freak
Intensely pursuing an authentic connection
I want to know now, I've gotta know now
Feeling an urgent need for answers and understanding
But hell, you got me curious
Acknowledging your ability to evoke intrigue and interest
With mystery dissipating
As uncertainties fade away
Is it ordinary remaining?
Recognizing if our relationship becomes commonplace
Discovery is discovered
Unveiling new aspects of our connection
And you know what I will say when (say when)
Hinting at the revealing nature of our interactions
When the question is asked
Inquiring about the nature of our bond
When the question remains
When uncertainty lingers in our relationship
Repetition, repetition
Emphasizing the cyclical nature of our interactions
Revealing the day
Uncovering the truth about our situation
Will you love me now?
Seeking affirmation of your current feelings
Will you love me then?
Questioning if your love will endure over time
Will you love me when you see
Asking if your affection is based on deeper understanding
See the man within?
Inviting you to look beyond surface-level impressions
Can you love the man within?
Questioning your capacity for true acceptance and love
Will you hold me when you've got me?
Asking if your embrace will provide comfort and security
Tell me, yes, I'm a future seeker
Requesting clarity and affirmation about our future together
You know, you know, you've got me curious
Admitting the alluring effect you have on me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Alex Kapranos
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For those curious (😉) about the lyrics:
[Verse 1]
Meet-cute on the first page
Tension enter left on a dark stage
Our stars collide
Light destroy the night
[Pre-Chorus]
Am I thinking about now?
Am I thinking about then?
Am I thinking about you or me?
And when we are the future
I'm curious, curious
Will you want me?
[Chorus]
Will you want me when you've got me?
Are you gonna love me?
Tell me, I'm a future seeker
A heat-seeking freak, yeah
I want to know now
I've got to know now
No, I know that no,
I shouldn't be so curious
But hell, you've got me curious
Because I might love you
[Verse 2]
With mystery dissipating
Is it ordinary remaining?
Discovery is discovered
And you know what I will say when
Say whеn
[Pre-Chorus]
When the question is asked
When the question remains
Repetition, repetition
Revealing the day
Are we the future?
I'm curious, curious
Will you want me?
[Chorus]
Will you want me when you've got me?
Are you gonna love me?
Tell me, I'm a future seeker
A heat-seeking freak, yeah
I want to know now
I've got to know now
No, I know that no,
I shouldn't be so curious
But hell you've got me curious
[Post-Chorus]
Will you love me now?
Will you love me then?
Will you love me when you see
You see the man within?
Can you love the man within?
Will you hold me when you've got me?
Are you gonna love me? Tell me
Yes, I'm a future seeker
I'm a heat-seeking freak, oh
You know, you know, you've got me curious
Curious, you've got me curious
@aldoperera6688
First time I heard it it shocked me how awesome it was, it's got all the classic Franz Ferdinand elements plus some incredible new vibe
@SamuelEMPowell131
if you like Franz Ferdinand you should check out Lonely Gimmick - All Along the Watchtower, it gives me Franz Ferdinand vibes and it's a great take on a classic song
@jpkral
Same! This is such an exceptional band that I've grown to love, my first song that I randomly picked up from the radio was Evil Eye and it just brought shivers down my spine
@Failchesters
I love how Bob went from being a cute chubby boy in the beginning of their career to a hitman now.
@veedle18
This band is criminally underrated.
@Sjinobi
These kind of comments are ridiculous. You obviously don't know the definition of underrated. If you look on Spotify you can see that they have 5 million listeners each month. And this video gets 200k views in 4 days. Get your head out of your ass
@Curegirl80rs
Not to the millions of fans that have followed them for years.
@loganbradford8172
They have hundreds of millions of followers, yet nobody I know actively knows the band or their songs by any actual recognition and it pisses me off daily
@veedle18
@@Sjinobi lol, ok
@veedle18
@Logan Bradford same! I mean...most people know take me out but that's mostly it. I guess I believe they're underrated compared to more popular bands like Coldplay. I started listening to Coldplay and Franz Ferdinand around the same time. 2004ish? Yet Coldplay has blown up and Franz has only mildly grown. I think its because Franz has stayed true to their sound while still being able to grow. Coldplay doesn't really sound like the Coldplay I used to listen to. I'm happy for them and that's how they've been able to blow up like they have....but its at the expense of their original sound. I dont know. I'm not a writer and I can't articulate what I mean very well. But I stand by my original comment.