Bodies
Robbie Williams
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(Yeah) God gave me the sunshine Then showed me my lifeline I was told it was all mine Then I got laid on the ley line What a day, what a day And your Jesus really died for me Then Jesus really tried for me Uk and entropy I feel like it's fucking me Wanna feed off the energy Love living like a deity One a day, one day And your Jesus really died for me I guess Jesus really tried for me Bodies in the bodhi tree Bodies making chemistry Bodies of my family Bodies in the way of me Bodies in the cemetery And that's the way it's gonna be All we've ever wanted is to look good naked Hope that someone can take it God save me rejection from my reflection I want perfection Praying for the rapture 'Cause it's stranger getting stranger And everything's contagious It's the modern middle ages All day, every day And if Jesus really died for me Then Jesus really tried for me Bodies in the bodhi tree Bodies making chemistry Bodies of my family Bodies in the way of me Bodies in the cemetery And that's the way it's gonna be All we've ever wanted is to look good naked Hope that someone can take it God save me rejection from my reflection I want perfection (Yeah) Bodies in the bodhi tree Bodies making chemistry Bodies of my family Bodies in the way of me Bodies in the cemetery Bodies in the bodhi tree Bodies making chemistry Bodies of my family Bodies in the way of me Bodies in the cemetery And that's the way it's gonna be All we've ever wanted is to look good naked Hope that someone can take it (someone can take it) God save me rejection from my reflection I want perfection Jesus didn't die for you (Jesus didn't die for you) What are you on? (I want perfection) Jesus didn't die for you (Jesus didn't die for you) What are you on? (bodies can die young) oh, Lord Jesus didn't die for you (oh) Jesus didn't die for you Jesus didn't die for you (oh)
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Written by: Robert Peter Williams, Craig Russo, Brandon Christy
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"Bodies" is a song by British singer Robbie Williams. It was released as the lead single from his eighth studio album, "Reality Killed the Video Star" in 2009.
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Chart PerformanceThe song debuted at number two on the UK Singles Chart, making it Williams' 23rd top ten single in the UK.
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Unique Genre"Bodies" is particularly unique for its genre fusion. It features elements of pop, rock, and dance music, all combined in one song.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Bodies" was directed by Williams' frequent collaborator, Vaughan Arnell, and was shot in the Mojave Desert. In the video, Williams is seen stranded in the desert, intercut with scenes of him singing in a chapel-like building.
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Controversial Lyrics"Bodies" was a subject of controversy due to its lyrics. Some people interpreted the lyrics as an attack on religious beliefs, a charge which Williams denied.
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SongwritingThe song was co-written by Robbie Williams, Brandon Christy, and Craig Russo. This collaboration was one of the first times Williams had co-written with outside songwriters.
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Reception"Bodies" received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its catchy melody and bold sound, while others criticised it for its confusing lyrics.
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Live PerformanceWilliams premiered "Bodies" live on X-Factor, which drew in over 14 million viewers.
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Album's SuccessDespite the mixed reviews, "Bodies" played a contributing role in the success of "Reality Killed the Video Star" album, which became a number one album in ten countries.
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Follow UpStrikingly, "Bodies" was the last of Williams' singles to go higher than number 20 in the UK singles charts until his release of "Candy" in 2012, which went straight to number one.
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