Mew is an alternative rock band which formed in Hellerup, Denmark in 1995. … Read Full Bio ↴Mew is an alternative rock band which formed in Hellerup, Denmark in 1995. The band consists of Jonas Bjerre (vocals), Johan Wohlert, and Silas Utke Graae Jørgensen (drums). Wohlert left the band in 2006, but returned in 2014, and is featured on all subsequent releases. When on tour, Mew is supported by Dr. Nick Watts (Headswim) on keyboard, and Mads Wegner on guitar (original guitarist Bo Madsen (guitar) left the band in 2015.) The band's music can be described as experimental pop or as singer Jonas Bjerre mentioned in a recent interview: "I think that we combine pop music with something that's much more experimental, in our own way. I don't think I would even try and describe it. It's difficult." Guitarist Bo Madsen has also classified Mew's music as "indie stadium".

The members of Mew started playing music together in 1995. Mew first achieved success in Denmark with their album Frengers, although their debut album, A Triumph for Man, had been met with much critical acclaim back in 1997. At the 2003 Danish Music Critics Award Show, Mew won the awards for "Album of the Year" and "Band of the Year." Until this point Mew was relatively unknown outside of Denmark; however after a European tour supporting R.E.M. Mew began to attract wider attention. After releasing the critically-acclaimed album And The Glass Handed Kites, featuring contributions from J Mascis from Dinosaur Jr, Mew has built on their success in Denmark as well as attracting attention from other countries in Europe and Asia. In the summer of 2006, they toured as the supporting act for Bloc Party in the U.S. as well as for Kasabian in the U.S. and Canada in the fall. After these tours, they returned to Denmark to work on new material.

On March 14th, 2007, Mew embarked on their first ever headlining tour in America with Oh No! Oh My! as the supporting act. Their fifth studio album, No More Stories/Are Told Today/I'm Sorry/They Washed Away//No More Stories/The World Is Grey/I'm Tired/Let's Wash Away, was released in August 25, 2009. They've also toured with Nine Inch Nails, Kings of Leon and Sigur Rós. In 2010, they released a greatest hits compilation called Eggs are Funny. They began performing new material in 2012 at Roskilde Festival, and released their sixth studio album, +- in 2015. Madsen left the band the same year, and the band began writing new material for their new album shortly after they concluded their tour. They released their seventh studio album, Visuals, after releasing a few singles in the months preceding its release. They embarked on tours for the album, as well as a tour celebrating the 15th anniversary of their breakthrough album Frengers in 2018.

Discography:
* A Triumph for Man (1997, re-released 2006)
* Half the World Is Watching Me (2000, re-released Aug 2007)
* Frengers (2003)
* And the Glass Handed Kites (2005)
* No More Stories... (2009)
* Eggs are Funny (2010)
* +- (2015)
* Visuals (2017)

Special
Mew Lyrics

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You're special
You're like rocket through me
Oh, you're special
You're a rocket to me
And I cannot this time

Agarina
You can't say no

Agarina
This time you will go

You're special
You're like a rocket through me
Oh, you're special
You're a rocket to me
And I cannot this time

There's a taste that you can't shake
But you can't seem to let them go awry
I know you're special
You're a rocket to me
At this surprised
All the time

I know what you said to me
And I don't care at the same time
But I'll take you up and down
Address it to you
Honey bee
I know what you said to me
And I don't care at the same time

And what do you stay to do?
I saw the worst of you

Overall Meaning

The song "Special" by Mew talks about someone who is special and has a strong impact on the person singing it. The lyrics refer to this special person as a rocket that ignites strong emotions within the singer. The lines "you're special", "you're like a rocket through me", and "you're a rocket to me" are repeated several times throughout the song to emphasize the impact this person has on the singer.

The lyrics also mention "Agarina", which could be the name of the special person or a reference to a place or situation. The singer seems to be encouraging Agarina to go somewhere or do something they may not have been able to do before. The line "this time you will go" suggests that whatever it is, it's important and the singer believes in Agarina's ability to succeed.

The song also references a "taste" that Agarina can't shake and an apparent struggle to let go of something. The singer acknowledges this struggle and accepts Agarina despite their flaws. The final lines mention seeing the "worst" of Agarina, but still wanting to take them "up and down" and be with them.

Overall, the song portrays a complex relationship between two people where one is very special to the other, but there are challenges and struggles that come with it.

Line by Line Meaning

You're special
You are unique and important

You're like rocket through me
You impact me intensely and swiftly

Oh, you're special
You are remarkable and exceptional

You're a rocket to me
You propel me forward with enthusiasm and energy

And I cannot this time
And I cannot resist you at this moment

Agarina
I'm uncertain about this next step

You can't say no
You can't refuse

Agarina
I'm uncertain about this next step

This time you will go
You will take action this time

There's a taste that you can't shake
You regret something but can't forget it

But you can't seem to let them go awry
But you can't seem to let things go wrong

I know you're special
I recognize your unique qualities

You're a rocket to me
You have a special impact on me

At this surprised
Right now, I'm amazed

All the time
This feeling never fades

I know what you said to me
I'm aware of what you told me

And I don't care at the same time
And yet, it doesn't matter to me

But I'll take you up and down
But I'll ride the ups and downs with you

Address it to you
I'm speaking directly to you

Honey bee
My affectionate term of endearment for you

And what do you stay to do?
What is your next move?

I saw the worst of you
I witnessed your flaws and weaknesses

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Fintage House Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RAPHAEL SAADIQ, KELVIN WOOTEN, ROBERT C. JR. OZUNA

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@OhhhYehItsMeh

6y↑97

You're special
You're like a rocket through me
Ohh, you're special
You're a rocket to me
And I cannot this time

Agarina
You can't say no
Agarina
This time you will go

You're special
You're like a rocket through me
Ohh, you're special
You're a rocket to me
And I cannot this time

There's a taste that you can't shake
But you can't seem to let them go awry
I know you're special
You're a rocket to me
At this surprised
All the time

I know what you said to me
And I don't care at the same time
But I'll take you up and down
Address it to you

You're special
You're like a rocket through me
Ohh, you're special
You're a rocket to me
And I cannot this time

There's a taste that you can't shake
But you can't seem to let them go awry
I know you're special
You're a rocket to me
At this surprised
All the time

Agarina
You can't say no
Agarina
This time you will go

I know what you said to me
And I don't care at the same time
But I'll take you up and down
Address it to you

Honey bee
I know what you said to me
And I don't care at the same time
And what do you stay to do?
I saw the worst of you

@c_h33s_3

46w↑3

Lyrics:

You're special
You're like rocket through me
Oh, you're special
You're a rocket to me
And I cannot this time

Agarina
You can't say no
Agarina
This time you will go

You're special
You're like a rocket through me
Oh, you're special
You're a rocket to me
And I cannot this time

There's a taste that you can't shake
But you can't seem to let them go awry
I know you're special
You're a rocket to me
At this surprised
All the time

I know what you said to me
And I don't care at the same time
But I'll take you up and down
Address it to you
Honey bee
I know what you said to me
And I don't care at the same time
And what do you stay to do?
I saw the worst of you

All comments from YouTube:

@kentucky_ken

49w↑56

They could be bigger like Radiohead or Muse. This band is criminally underrated. Love them.

@stephenlasko9217

31w↑2

Sorry nowhere near as creative as Radiohead. Great for what it is.

@lukfawantrijati1654

27w↑3

Muse maybe, but radiohead c'mon they are on another level as a musician

@tantragazali3265

20w

MEW is superb, but im not agree them bigger than Radiohead. IMO

@mily.gm22

2y↑90

2022 and still loving this song like the first time ✨✨✨✨🖤🔥

@imperialsaboteur8391

37w↑2

Amen

@buzzardbeatniks

51w↑10

13 years ago I heard this song on the radio, I went home and looked up this video. I then went on to watch every video of theirs I could find and read every tid bit of information about them I could find, within a couple of hours I was obsessed. In the early evening I went to get some dinner at the pub near my house and picked up the local events paper. Mew were playing that very night in town. So off I went to the show, Within a day I discovered Mew, consumed everything, and in the height of my new obsession saw them play live in a tiny club, very trippy day.

@katekate4911

31w↑1

damn, that's amazing 🩷

@floteamo

8y↑129

That voice is sweet, deep and beautiful. One of my favourite tracks of MEW. Plus this is one of my private bands wich I enjoy much more being alone.

@bliss9889

14y↑15

This song is so infectiously catchy. The music video defiantly delivers a beautiful visual. A masterpiece from an underrated band.

@father042

10y↑860

This band is so underrated it hurts

@chichichioma

10y↑25

I was introduced to this band through International Music Feed (the TV show), but the show was taken down along with the station after only running for three years. I'm from the USA, and there are so many international bands/artists that I would not have even known existed if it weren't for that show. Now, I don't see Mew anywhere other than Youtube, and that's because I actually KNOW to look for them.

@OleVidarOve

True

@twistedviewlabs

7y↑6

Chioma Ojini they played the states in 2015. I caught them on that tour. it was magical. they're probably going to tour this year as well seeing as they have a new album coming out in April. this band needs to be bigger here, they're huge in Europe and everywhere else. if you want to keep up with them, join the Frengers group on FB. that's what I did.

@devvvvvvvvvvvv

7y↑31

Why does every silly person on the internet use the word 'underrated' to describe everything they like?

@etherealcatholic5711

6y↑5

Agree and I can't believe this song wasn't a hit.

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@soysaucehairdye7869

10y↑171

This song is very addicting and nice subtle time signature change. These guys are brutally underrated and sadly no one where I live in the states have even heard of them.

@davidadams2395

7y↑9

SoySauce HairDye Sadly, there are many here in the States who know nothing of Mew. Frengers was my introduction, and I've remained a loyal fan.

@shiddiqification

7y↑5

on my part .. less folks that know this band is what makes them special .. dont want mew change into somthing else like the latest tokio hotel, miley cyruz or katy perry when they signed on hollywood .. i bet u know what i mean ..

for an underrated band they already take a concert on my place like fifth times ..

@nimityaka

7y↑8

SoySauce HairDye I don't think it's a bad thing. They have their "fan" base, these people love their music. Look what happened to Coldplay. They were truly genius and now it's a regular pop music you can't tell one from another. Honestly Coldplay stopped existing for me after duet with Beyoncé.

@egrafixs

6y↑1

SoySauce HairDye , my bro introduced them to me like 4 years ago. Still love this song.

@DragonPlays_JS

5y↑1

I'm from the states. I saw the video of Am I Wry. No on Mtv years ago and have loved them ever since.

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@liotommy

5y↑24

Still getting goosebumps when listening to it, after so many years. One of the greatest rock songs of the last 20 years.

@missworld9937

9y↑238

i was addicted to that song back in a days. and i still love it.

@hombreautorreparandose3909

9y↑2

Me too, i listen since 2009 when i discovered Mew.

@LuckeyWlas

8y↑1

+Saúl Nezahualcóyotl I discover them in 2006. And I also wrote a teller ispired by this song (I was 16, sooo young °^°)

@hombreautorreparandose3909

Luckey Wlas Wow, in my personal experience, since i listen this song, my love relations being accompained by many songs, my last relationship remebered me this song and i listen again since then.

@badjim4323

7y↑2

ahh..previous decade was hella fun

@mahinalaurent64

Me tooo

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@joshuatorresnarvaez8765

2y↑20

This is a bloody MASTERPIECE

@synyska

40w

it's not. comforting sounds is masterpiece.

@UswatunHasanah-is8bl

11y↑30

im a frenger since like, what, 5years ago. i watched MEW live two times and actually it was just two days ago they had a show in my country (Jakarta, INA) i always have this feeling that i cant describe with words everytime i see them live, theyre beyond amazing. even after a hundred shows and in a hundred years i would still go to their concert. Bo, Jonas and Silas thank you for being MEW. you guys are amazing and no doubt about it!

@nashcomp

Idk if you still wach yt butblove your sense of music, many skandinavian bands are awesome creating such an surreal sound and anggelic melodies, the first offcourse Abba, Aha, carparknorth and mew

@MrSurferRosa

8y↑35

So underrated. It's the perfect pop song with a GREAT production!

@ExtremelyTechnicalDeathMetall

8y↑2

+MrSurferRosa 924,050 views underrated? I would be happy with that

@MrSurferRosa

8y↑4

***** it's good but it deserves more because it's a fantastic single from a great band.

@shanezuniga2647

8y↑6

+MrSurferRosa did you just called this pop not even

@nathanborn95

8y↑5

+Shane Zuniga it's pop, not commercial but still pop

@GTMaxy94

8y↑2

+nathanborn95 pretensious pop like the band itself likes to call it xD

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@debb0r

35w↑2

Haven't heard this song in forever but the lyrics just came to me ❤

@katekate4911

31w↑1

can't recall the song more beautiful than this one.. honey for the ears 💜

@ana-dh3xv

1y↑5

literally knew this was going to be my favorite song of all time since the first listen. wonderful

@nessaiscuter

3y↑4

This band will always be one of my favorites. Surprised they aren’t talked about more.

@kade162

7y↑4

I love their music , greetings from Mexico 🇲🇽❤❤❤❤❤❤

@kelseyc9766

1y↑3

My favourite band since I was 12. 27 now and I still feel the same. Can't wait to see what they release next.

@sunatiesioux

51w↑4

This song is like a rocket through me.

@pokeelyy15

13y↑17

I feel super young amongst Mew fans, Im 15 and I have all their albums:) I signed this song for sign language class, its my most favorite song by Mew followed by The Seething Rain Weeps For You.

@jujuj4m

1y↑3

ur 27 now, hope everything is well!!

@Aiur

44w

The passage of time via YT comments, there has to be a German word for it

@augustuscolumbano

9y↑19

The song that sparked my love for this band, almost a decade now and I still love it that much. Also has one of the very best music videos I've seen so far.

@diegohartze5402

35w↑1

Mi canción favorita de toda la vida ✨

@OhhhYehItsMeh

6y↑97

@lukekhidir1953

I still can't seem to catch what the lead vocal was saying for the 2nd part of the pre chorus. Anyone knows th lyrics for that part?

@southcoaster986

4y↑1

Well I've been completely singing that wrong! 🤣 Thanks for sharing

@AT-yg4nk

4y↑1

God..the memories from this song and from this band. Came across them back in 2007. I miss those days soooo much. Listening to this is so euphoric and nostalgic to me. Mew will always be one of my favorite bands.

@nesia8989

5y↑7

2019 and still makes me goosebumps when i hear this song

@plzreadabook

13y↑4

This is my favorite song of all time. I first saw this video on the IMF channel 4 years ago, and since then I've developed a deep appreciation for this band and expanded my musical horizons by listening to many more international bands. I've also bonded with many people over this one incredible song. So Mew, I thank you.

@brendonwife

6y↑5

Most special song in the world ❤️ Beautiful music, voice, video - it is just perfect.

@bz9065

45w↑5

This video is sublime

@Solid--Snake

2y↑2

Most people here are long time fans, i love mew for over a decade now. Mew is one of those bands that once you like it you never get tired of it

@AgentSmith911

3y↑12

I was 16-17 when this song got popular at my school, now I'm 32 and revisit this band now and then.

@ElEcodelTren

exact the same.. but it was never popular in my school.. is great when this music comes to you at the right time of your life..

@AgentSmith911

2y↑2

@El Eco del Tren Hey, where do you live? I live in Norway and I just turned 34 an hour ago! 😃 I was just thinking about how fast life goes by, and about how my careless youth seem like yesterday and how a lot of the friends I had back in the day are long gone because people come and go. In another 17 years I'll be 51 years old 🤔 Anyways I'm just rambling on here, but it's good to have music along the way that connects us to our memories, even if it's not the most popular songs 😆 Cheers!

@ElEcodelTren

2y↑1

@Agent Smith Hey Congratulations dude!! i'm from Mexico and i'm 33!.. and i feel what you say...did you hear The Postal Service at that time? all of that groups.. Death Cab for Cutie, Mum, Feist, Imogen Heap or Frou Frou... so many memoriesat the right time.. well all that bands... gives me some.. nostlagic and melancholy as no others.. it was like a phantom time..

@AgentSmith911

2y↑1

@El Eco del Tren Thanks! Yes, I listened to Feist at the time as I discovered her after she did a collaboration with a duo called Kings of Convenience from my local town, Bergen. Good times 👍🏻

@ElEcodelTren

@Agent Smith reallly? awesome! i had the luck of going to KoC few months ago.. Feb 26 in Guadalajara Mexico!.. i also loved them at that time...

@pawsoned

13y↑1

This isn't just a song - it's a SPECIAL treat you come across 'once in a'blue moon'. It's totally outstanding.

@cpwood6

7y↑2

Absolutely one of if not the most underrated bands here in America.. EVER.

@etherealcatholic249

2y↑4

Can't believe this song is so old. Time flies!

@sashasiregar1238

4y↑2

I remember first time I saw this on MTV, instantly fell in love. Every time this came on the channel, I got so happy. Bought the CD and Special was played so often, the CD broke :(

@c_h33s_3

46w↑3

@angelofvvibez

10y↑15

I just love this video! I know this may not be the exact interpretation, but to me, this video describes how love is like a never-ending dance, and you want to stop because it goes on too long sometimes. A lot of people can't stop loving someone, no matter how tired they get of the "love dance" lol

@terzziful

10y↑2

So underrated band, oh why... This deserves more, really love this and Mew!

@Voliveira96

10y

Essa música me faz querer dançar como nenhuma outra.

@CurvyAries

I swear, the Music Choice channels on cable have been such a blessing to me. I’ve discovered so much music I love and so many artists and bands I’ve never heard of before. I found these guys while listening to the Indie Rock station. I’m in love with this song. Excited to listen to more of their music❤️

@asterginete3812

4y↑2

I love this album so much that I can already hear the intro of the next song

@shitstinx

4y↑4

favorite song by Mew. and the video makes it even more haunting. love it.

@laurentgourdon5669

3y↑3

The level of songwriting and production is fucking stellar. Even the video is perfect

@Otthelllo

11y↑1

They're amazing and unique , hope they release a new album soon ><

@victorinogomez

13y

Mew mi banda favorita y que bueno tocan en concierto...exelentes acordes...You're special You're like rocket through me Ohh, you're special You're a rocket to me And I cannot this time

@louiserobles9877

9y↑7

this is my favorite song of all time. it just speaks to me in a way where I put it on and everything is ok. beautiful. if I were in a hard situation and I shed a couple tears they would be tears of joy.

@shiningcarat8888

8y↑2

I love Mew so much I can't deal with it! They're the best!

@Rick_AlexandredaSilva

6y↑1

fabulous voice I love it !

@P.Whitestrake

It's been 9 years since the 1st time I heard this song, still my favourite song from Mew.

@xSweetWonderlandx

10y↑2

I remember that I first heard about this band like, eight or nine years ago... and now that I listen to their music again, I still love them so much, even more than ever <3

@ajinka4444

7y↑14

one of my top songs ever forever!

@demonicsweaters

8y↑1

such a great band, every album is brilliant

@raihanramdhani9424

2020 & still give me goosebumps like the first time.

@candidjan

13y↑2

SPECTACULAR! This song touches my mind body and soul, just wow. Plus the video is rare and interesting. The black and white cinematography really gives the music an eerie backdrop! Im in love!

@SuperiorSwagon1

14y

One of Mew's many great songs. Also this album is VERY under rated!!

@delstaticpitts420

Still can't put it into words how great this song is.......

@youthyogi5454

7y↑4

LOVE THIS BAND SINCE KID

@delstatic

14y↑1

It's easy for me to say that this is one of my fave songs of all time.( in my words.) This is human art at it's BEST.

@petravirtanen5356

5y↑1

Great music video and MEW's music is from heaven

@CarolinaMillan

7y↑12

I love Mew! I saw them live in 2006 I'd love to see them again!

@teofeo333

So underrated, so advanced in their understanding of music. This is one of their best dance tracks. AMAZING!

@josephlex2

10y↑4

I just want to dance to this song so bad

@jujuj4m

1y↑3

THIS SONG IS SO GOOD AHHHHHH

@siobhanthomas9817

11y

I've been listening to them for so many years and I just can't get enough <3

@Aasterias

11y↑1

I once met this band through a boy, now I'm in love of both of them. The feelings I have for him makes the music more special, and the other way around.

@amigazo3972

4y↑2

I was introduced to Mew through this one few weeks ago. Now, I cannot scape from it!

@Edgleymaciel

12y↑1

BEST BAND EVER, BEST MUSIC EVER, BEST VIDEO EVER ♥

@ronyhumala6484

3y↑1

Damn i forgot about this song. What a timeless song it is

@nabnab8222

6y↑3

really underrated band

@doctor_jjzamora

13y↑1

¡¡¡MUY BUENA ROLA!!!

@itsdanishz1345

6y↑5

2018 and its still my fav song ❤✨

@itsdanishz1345

3y↑1

2021, still my fav song 🥺

@itsdanishz1345

2022 :)

@marienostro3975

10y

one of the best bands ive ever listened <3

@KaliburKitty

7y↑2

Been a fan since 2007! My brother just got me "And the Glass Handed Kites" as a late Birthday present! This is probably my favorite song on the album!

@agraciotti

5y↑2

I never could grasp the tempo of the Agarinaaa part. So sick. And this is by far one of the best rock songs of the 2000's

@Legendfin

13y

Ever since i heard this song, its been playing in my mind, sometimes i may forget it, but it just keeps comeing up again and again. No wonder though, i really like their sound

@muznerd

7y↑21

at the pre-chorus, 1:03, I had eargasm!

That bass backup vocal!

@johnrobertson4150

3y↑2

1:20 and 1:35 junctures burst with even more gorgeousness

@ardhestiro

8y↑13

i love mew since its very first album. enjoying so much the music, ambience, and performance even my friends dont and told to me what a strange music.

@12B3187

8y↑1

Ardhestiro Harnindyo Putro forget them and be yourself, free!

@Ebani

7y↑7

Strange music? You should get better friends, or some that go out more.

@dittasugiarthi9847

my friends thinks their musics are strange too... but i dont listen to them.. i listen to this music! yeah!

@romyhasib6098

10y↑2

The only rock band that could bring my tears fall.

@YukinoKary

Realmente es una preciosa canción y el video, muy emotivo =')

@erikjano_bru

El video es un asco, pero la musica de mew esta chida, escucho esta banda de la que era un chaval del 00's.

@erockaflocka

10y

I will always love you Mew. 3 real musicians in a fake world...

@douglaslopes72

13y

eu amo essa música

@wilhelrose

11y

I can't get enough of this music and also the video.

@gLpzzz

9y↑4

Gives me chills

@bartlettandbosc

14y

this song comes to light on the album so nicely after the track before it. The merge is awesome. Love this band. They dare to tread new turf! Most bands should. Instead of replicating their idols. Like wankers.

@delstatic

14y

This song is pure and true...This is music.

@raylight2910

5y↑3

I got a heartbreak but still dancing to this song. Thanks Mew :)

@WallyKurtz

14y

Fantastic album. The synths remind me of BOC's Fire of Unknown Origin. Thumbs up to the blonde, bearded Crispin Glover! :)

@nyancat2221

1y↑1

I’ve never related to this so much as I have recently. The lyrics kind of mirror something I’m kind of experiencing as of late. Like a conversation between two damaged people

@sanabriaadrian

4y↑1

Underrated gem

@blackmore4

The fact that the highest this group have ever got on the UK album chart is number 59 and the highest they've ever got on the US album chart is #130 makes me feel like I'm in some really nasty parallel world. It's just completely ridiculous that they're not one of the most respected and popular groups of all time.

@redgevideos8785

Joyita de canción 💎

@livinginisrael8866

6y↑4

Just saw them in Israel a few months ago, my dream came true. They are truly talented and down to earth. Agree that for some reason they're udnderrated

@ThatFreikugel

11y↑1

I wish these guys got more exposure

@991DulceMaria

13y

amoooo esta canción !!!!

@endlessstation

2y↑1

My favorite band + black and white video clips = totally perfect

@nimityaka

i've been listening to Mew for more than 10 years already but for some reason it's the first time i'm watching their videos.

@francoisroy1501

I could listen to this song all day.

@benztruck1936

33w

The best band.

@czarpaul01

7y↑1

Man when this song pops into your head, it is there for days! Is this an alternated version, because the ending seems different than what is on the album, that cuts off pretty abruptly.