Wolf Like Me

TV on the Radio

About Wolf Like Me

"Wolf Like Me" is the first single from American art rock band TV on the Radio's album Return to Cookie Mountain, released in the United Kingdom on July 25, 2006 on 4AD. The single's B-side was the song "Things You Can Do", which was also available as a bonus track on the U. S. release of Return to Cookie Mountain. It was released in two formats, CD single and 7" vinyl. The song is the band's most successful single in the United States, where it peaked at #37 on the Billboard Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart in 2006. And was their second top 100 hit in the UK where it peaked at #89. In January 2010 it was used in a TV commercial (Destiny - Force Fate) by Nike to promote the 2010 Winter Olympics. 


Year:
2006
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Say, say, my playmate
Won't you lay hands on me
Mirror my melody
Transfer my tragedy?

Got a curse I cannot lift
Shines when the sunset shifts
When the moon is round and full
Gotta bust that box, gotta gut that fish

My mind's aflame

We could jet in a stolen car
But I bet we wouldn't get too far
Before the transformation takes
And blood lust tanks and
Crave gets slaked

My mind has changed
My body's frame, but, God, I like it
My heart's aflame
My body's strained, but, God, I like it

My mind has changed
My body's frame, but, God, I like it
My heart's aflame
My body's strained, but, God, I like it

Charge me your day rate
I'll turn you out in kind
When the moon is round and full
Gonna teach you tricks that'll blow your mind
Mongrel mind
Baby doll, I recognize
You're a hideous thing inside
If ever there were a lucky kind, it's
You, you, you, you

I know it's strange another way to get to know you
You'll never know unless we go so let me show you
I know it's strange another way to get to know you
We've got till noon; here comes the moon
So let it show you
Show you now

Dream me, oh dreamer
Down to the floor
Open my hands and let them
Weave onto yours

Feel me, completer
Down to my core
Open my heart and let it
Bleed onto yours

Feeding on fever
Down all fours
Show you what all that
Howl is for

Hey, hey, my playmate
Let me lay waste to thee
Burned down their hanging trees
It's hot here, hot here, hot here, hot here

Got a curse we cannot lift
Shines when the sunshine shifts
There's a curse comes with a kiss
The bite that binds the gift that gives

Now that we got gone for good
Writhing under your riding hood
Tell your gra'ma and your mama too
It's true
We're howling forever

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TV on the Radio

TV on the Radio is an American indie rock band formed in 2001 in Brooklyn, New York, whose music spans numerous diverse genres, from post-punk to electro to soul music. more »

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Written by: Babatunde Omoroga Adebimpe, Jaleel Bunton, David Kyp Joel Malone, David Andrew Sitek, Gerard Anthony Smith

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15 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Wolf Like Me" is a song by American indie rock band TV on the Radio. It is the lead single from their second studio album, “Return to Cookie Mountain” released in 2006.
Critical Acclaim
The song has been praised by music critics and fans alike, often cited as one of the best songs of 2006.
Song Theme
"Wolf Like Me" focuses on lycanthropy as a metaphorical exploration of personal freedom and transformation.
Chart Performance
Despite its popularity and critical acclaim, "Wolf Like Me" did not chart in the US but did reach number 186 on the UK Singles Chart, indicating its international appeal.
Music Video
The music video for "Wolf Like Me" is highly stylized and features the band members performing the song amid surreal imagery.
Live Performances
TV on the Radio is known for its high-energy live performances, and "Wolf Like Me" is often a crowd favorite when played at concerts.
Sound
"Wolf Like Me" is described as mixing elements of rock, electronica and soul, showcasing the band's eclectic musical influences.
Award Recognition
The song was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album at the 49th Annual Grammy Awards.
Cover Versions
Several artists and bands have covered "Wolf Like Me" in their performances or on their album releases, including Lera Lynn and Josh Pyke.
Cultural Impact
"Wolf Like Me" continues to be a popular choice for inclusion in films, television series and video games soundtracks underscoring its lasting impact on popular culture.
Meaningful Lyrics
The lyrics can be interpreted as telling a story about an intense romance, with the “wolf” metaphorically representing deep-seated desires and instincts. The band, however, has refrained from confirming any specific interpretation.
Album
"Return to Cookie Mountain," the album on which "Wolf Like Me" appears, is considered a landmark in the band's career and one of the most influential indie rock albums of its generation.
Radio Airplay
Despite its lack of mainstream chart success, "Wolf Like Me" received significant airplay on alternative radio stations upon its release and continues to be a staple on such stations.
Spotify Streams
As of early 2022, "Wolf Like Me" has more than 50 million streams on Spotify, demonstrating its enduring popularity among music listeners.
Record Label
"Wolf Like Me" was released under the record label, 4AD, which is known for supporting and promoting unique and innovative bands and musicians.

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