The band's sound is generally a mix of staccato bass and rhythmic, harmonized guitar, with a snare heavy mix, drawing comparisons to post-punk bands such as Joy Division and The Chameleons.
The band formed in 1997 when Daniel Kessler met drummer Greg Drudy, previously a member of post-hardcore/screamo band Joshua Fit For Battle and Hot Cross, on the New York University campus. Kessler later added Carlos D. on the bass after meeting him in a history class. The line-up was complete after Kessler ran into Paul Banks, a friend whom he had met in Paris. In 2000, Sam Fogarino, whom the band knew through his job at a local record store, replaced Drudy. Carlos Dengler, who was responsible for bass and keyboards, left the band in 2010, and hasn't been replaced, but announced various names to help them perform live.
The band released Direction on the soundtrack of the television program 'Six Feet Under' on June 28, 2005. Shortly thereafter they left Matador for a major label.
Our Love to Admire was released on July 10, 2007 in the USA (July 9 in the UK) to generally favorable reviews. The Heinrich Maneuver was its first single.
Their self-titled LP was released on September 7th 2010 and the tracks Barricade , Summer Well , Lights , and Try It On have been issued as singles. After this album, the bassist Carlos Dengler has lefted the band.
El Pintor is the fifth Interpol's album and was released in September 8th 2014 with 5 singles, All the Rage Back Home, Ancient Ways. My Desire, Anywhere and Everything is Wrong. The album's name is an anagram for Interpol.
The last 2 Interpol's albums are Marauder (2018) and The Other Side of Make-Believe (2022) .
Untitled
Interpol Lyrics
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Will come around
Surprise sometime
Will come around
I will surprise you sometime
I'll come around
Oh, I will surprise you sometime
When you're down
The lyrics of Interpol's "Untitled" express the idea that even though life can be full of difficult and unexpected moments, there will always be surprises to look forward to. The repetition of the phrase "Surprise sometime, will come around" suggests that these surprises may not always be predictable, but they will happen nonetheless. The singer then promises to be one of these surprises, saying "I will surprise you sometime, I'll come around" - this may be interpreted either romantically or as a message of support to a friend. The repetition of this promise in the chorus, coupled with the confidence of the singer's tone, adds a sense of optimism and anticipation to the song.
The second verse of the song provides somewhat of a contrast to the first by suggesting that even though the singer might not always be around, there will always be others who care deeply: "And others may come and others may go / But I'll stay". This speaks to the idea that friendships and relationships may be temporary, but that some people will always remain loyal and supportive. The final line, "When you're down", may be seen as a reminder that true friends and loved ones will be there to lift you up when life brings you low.
Overall, the lyrics of "Untitled" convey a sense of hope that even though life can be unpredictable and difficult, there will always be surprises and sources of comfort to look forward to.
Line by Line Meaning
Surprise sometime
An unexpected event may occur
Will come around
It will happen eventually
Surprise sometime
An unexpected event may occur
Will come around
It will happen eventually
I will surprise you sometime
I will do something unexpected for you
I'll come around
I will visit or be there for you
Oh, I will surprise you sometime
Oh, I will do something unexpected for you
I'll come around
I will visit or be there for you
When you're down
During a time of sadness or difficulty
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Paul Banks, Daniel Kessler, Carlos Dengler, Sam Fogarino
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