Renegades
Feeder
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If I was a prophet, if I was a saint Sent here to save you, to bury the pain Would I be different, would I belong? Voices are silent, arms are at bay A cloud of destruction is closer each day Things could be different We could belong (belong, belong, belong) We are the human, we are the strays We talk about heaven, we talk about grace But things could be different, we could belong (belong, belong, belong) Leave behind the renegades Cross the desert through the haze 'Cause we must hold on yeah 'Cause we must hold on yeah Moving forward one by one, to find shelter 'Cause they say (hey hey), things are much better than we know We’re not the problem So don’t hate (hey hey), things will get better if we show We’re not the problem (Hey) For the sake of the children For the sake of us all Bury the demons, brace for the fall Things can be different, we could belong (belong, belong, belong) We are the vision We are the faith We are the meaning We have new taste Things can be different, we can belong (belong, belong, belong) Leave behind the renegades Cross the desert through the haze 'Cause we must hold on yeah 'Cause we must hold on yeah Moving forward one by one, to find shelter 'Cause they say (hey hey), things are much better than we know We’re not the problem So don’t hate (hate, hate), things will get better if we show We’re not the problem We go right back to the start In sweet defiance We were meant to be apart Lie down in silence We must find out who we are (we must find out who we are) (we must find out who we are) (we must find out who we are) If I was a prophet, if I was a saint Sent here to save you, to bury the pain Would I be different, would I belong? (belong, belong, belong) Cause' they say (hey hey), things are much better than we know We’re not the problem So don’t hate (hate, hate), things will get better if we show We’re not the problem They say (hey hey), things are much better than we know We’re not the problem So don’t hate (hate, hate), things will get better if we show We’re not the problem
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10 facts about this song
Release and Ranking"Renegades" by Feeder was released as a single on May 5, 2010. It was the debut single from the band's seventh studio album, also named "Renegades". The song reached #42 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Genre and StyleKnown for their alternative rock style, Feeder pushed further into the punk rock genre with "Renegades". This represented a departure from their previous power ballad-dominated album, "Silent Cry".
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Controversial Album ArtThe album "Renegades" from which the single of the same name comes, featured somewhat controversial art that showed a naked woman with a Mohawk hairstyle. It sparked discussions about the representation of women in art and the punk aesthetic.
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Return to RootsThe song "Renegades" was seen by many Feeder fans as a return to the band’s roots, drawing comparisons to their early material. This was a deliberate shift by the band after their more commercially oriented previous albums.
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Limited Edition VinylTo mark the release of the song, Feeder released a limited edition red 7-inch vinyl. This quickly became a collector's item for fans.
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Video ConceptThe music video for "Renegades" features the band performing in a gloomy, industrial setting, which is intercut with footage of an agitated crowd, hinting towards a 'renegade' or rebellious theme in line with the song's lyrics and title.
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Label ChangeThe song "Renegades", and the entire album, was released under their own label 'Big Teeth Music' after moving from their previous label 'Echo'.
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Live Performances"Renegades" has become a staple at Feeder's live shows and is warmly received by fans, exemplifying its lasting popularity.
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Time SignaturesThe song is notable for its unusual time signatures, switching between 7/8 and 4/4. This gives it a distinctive, driving rhythm that sets it apart from many mainstream rock songs.
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Song MeaningThe title "Renegades" is thought to encapsulate the band's feeling of breaking away from the mainstream music scene and returning to their roots. The lyrics talk about breaking free and starting fresh.
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