Their self-titled debut album was released in 2004, featuring UK top 10 single Cutt Off and has been followed with:
2005: Live from Brixton Academy
2006: Empire, featuring UK top 10 single Empire
2009: West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum, featuring the global hit single Fire
2011: Velociraptor!
2012: Live!
2014: 48:13
2017: For Crying Out Loud
2022: The Alchemist's Euphoria, the first album since the sacking of Tom Meighan.
2024: Happenings
55
Kasabian Lyrics
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Yeah?
This next track's called 55
I was classic amused
I've been abused by the organ
I didn't know where to turn
So I see that round at their hearts
Cause I have lost my way
I stole the seats like a rack
Sequenced by the attack
Showed me the classes
You bring your blood cells down
I'll rip the new problem
The hearts sings around
And pull me down my old friend
Cause I have lost my way
I breathe still like a broad smile
And empires walk away
Do I hear no time to run
Seeing fire our death will come
Do I hear no time to run
Seeing fire our death will come
Do I hear no time to run
Seeing fire my life here all by myself
Shut up
Now this is just the beginning
Always knew I'd be quitting
It'll be your skies
(Repeat)
Now this is just the beginning
(Repeat)
Always knew I'd be quitting
It'll be your skies
The song "55" by Kasabian is a deep and introspective track with lyrics that explore themes of confusion and lost direction. The song begins with an introduction by the lead singer asking whether there are any punks in the house before launching into the main chorus, which repeats the title "55". Throughout the song, the lead singer speaks from a place of personal turmoil and uncertainty, expressing his feelings of being lost and searching for direction.
In the opening lines, the singer describes feeling "amused" but also "abused by the organ", suggesting a confusing mix of emotions. He feels lost and unsure of where to turn, and sees others around him who also seem to be grappling with their own problems. The chorus repeats the phrase "Do I hear no time to run, seeing fire our death will come," adding to the sense of urgency and potential danger that the singer feels.
The verses describe a feeling of being overwhelmed and unable to find a way forward. The singer talks about stealing seats and being attacked, perhaps referencing a sense of feeling out of place or targeted by others. However, he also hints at a sense of personal power, referring to his ability to "rip" apart new problems. Overall, the song presents a complex and layered view of personal turmoil and the search for direction, with a sense of urgency and danger that adds to its emotional impact.
Line by Line Meaning
I was classic amused
I was greatly entertained
I've been abused by the organ
I have been mistreated by the instrument
I didn't know where to turn
I was lost and unsure of what to do
So I see that round at their hearts
So I understand what drives them
And pull me down my old friend
My old friend brings me down
Cause I have lost my way
Because I have become disoriented
I stole the seats like a rack
I took the seats without permission
Sequenced by the attack
Arranged in order by the aggressive action
Showed me the classes
Showed me the categories
You bring your blood cells down
You weaken yourself
I'll rip the new problem
I will solve the new problem
The hearts sings around
The heart is filled with emotion
And pull me down my old friend
My old friend still brings me down
Cause I have lost my way
Because I am still disoriented
I breathe still like a broad smile
I am still happy and optimistic
And empires walk away
And powerful organizations lose their power
Do I hear no time to run
Is there no time to escape
Seeing fire our death will come
Recognizing that danger is imminent
Do I hear no time to run
Is there no time to escape
Seeing fire our death will come
Recognizing that danger is imminent
Do I hear no time to run
Is there no time to escape
Seeing fire my life here all by myself
Feeling isolated and in danger
Shut up
Be quiet
Now this is just the beginning
This is only the start
Always knew I'd be quitting
Always expected to give up
It'll be your skies
You will be responsible for your future
(Repeat)
Repeating the previous line
Contributed by Evelyn T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@privatecocky8971
They REALLY need to do a studio version of this epic song
@zzrocker10zz
It's unbelievable how fantastic Kasabian's B-sides are. I keep hoping they will release them all on some sort of compilation. Probably not going to happen but a guy can dream, right?
@kuznetsovva228
I still want to hear a studio-version. It's my dream
@EMPIREofYOURdreams
One of their coolest songs. Why wasn't it on the album ?
@EMPIREofYOURdreams
Live acoustic version on youtube. But I wish there was a studio version of this masterpiece ;(
@thecookingapple5435
I wish there was a studio version of this
@kasabianfan044
With their new song comeback kid it would be no better time to add a b side album.
@bantam757
Ye thought we were getting a new album but looks like it's gonna be next year đŸ˜”
@bantam757
might av been one of them songs that sounded shit hot live but dint really work int studio,don't know if theres any other versions anyone?
@edwardsandland8666
Wow man this PISSES ALL OVER OTHER BANDS SINGLES & ALBUMS TUNES!!!