North American Scum

LCD Soundsystem

About North American Scum

"North American Scum" is a song by American rock band LCD Soundsystem. It was released as the lead single from their second studio album, Sound of Silver, on February 26, 2007 as a digital download and on other formats on March 5, 2007. It peaked at number 24 on the Belgian Flanders Tip chart and number 40 on the UK Singles Chart. The song is also frequently used to open up The Ron and Fez Show on XM Satellite Radio and was also featured in the 2008 film Step Brothers as well as the video games Saints Row 2 and Top Spin 4.  


Year:
2007
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Oh oh oh
Oh I don't know, I don't know, oh, where to begin
We are North Americans
And for those of you who still think we're from England
We're not, no.
We build our planes and our trains till we think we might die,
Far from North America,
Where the buildings are old and you might have lots of mimes.
Aha, oh, oh.
I hate the feelin' when you're looking at me that way
Cause we're North Americans
But if we act all shy, it'll make it okay
Makes it go away.

Oh I don't know, I don't know, oh, where to begin
When we're North American
But in the end we make the same mistakes all over again
Come on North Americans

We are North American scum
We're from North America

And all the kids all the kids that want to make the scene
Here in North America
When our young kids get to read it in your magazines
We don't have those
So where's the love where's the love where's the love where's the love where's the love tonight?
But there's no love man there's no love and the kids are uptight
So throw a party till the cops come in and bust it up
Let's go North Americans
Oh you were planning it I didn't mean to interrupt
Sorry
I did it once and my parents got pretty upset
Freaked out in North America
But then I said the more I do it the better it gets

Let's rock North America

We are North American scum
We're from North America
We are North American scum
We are North American

New York's the greatest if you get someone to pay the rent
Wahoo North America
And it's the furthest you can live from the government un huh huh
Some proud American Christians might disagree
Here in North America
But New York's the only place we're keepin' them off the street
Boo boo now we can't have parties like in Spain where they go all night
Shut down in North America
Or like Berlin where they go another night, alright, un huh un huh

You see I love this place that I have grown to know
Alright, North America.
And yeah, I know you wouldn't touch us with a ten-foot pole
'Cause we're North Americans.

We are North American scum
We are North Americans
We are North American scum
We love North America

Take me back to the states man
North American scum
Where we can be all we want if we really ??
North American
Where the dj gigs are as fun
Here in North American scum
Don't blame the Canadians
Let go North America

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LCD Soundsystem

LCD Soundsystem was an American-based dance-punk band from New York City. It was fronted by American singer-songwriter and producer James Murphy, co-founder of record label DFA Records. The group released three critically acclaimed albums, LCD Soundsystem, Sound of Silver and This Is Happening, with the last charting in the Billboard Top 10. more »

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Written by: James Jeremiah Murphy

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12 facts about this song

Release Information
"North American Scum" was released as the first single from the band's second studio album, "Sound of Silver," in 2007.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 12 on the UK Singles Chart, demonstrating its international appeal.
Genre Classification
"North American Scum" has been classified as dance-punk/disco-punk, showcasing LCD Soundsystem's signature fusion of punk, dance, and electronic music.
Themes and Lyrics
The song's lyrics comment on the stereotypical view of North Americans, with themes of cultural identity, stereotypes, and misconception.
Music Video
The music video for "North American Scum" was directed by Ben Dickinson and has elements of surrealism and humor.
Critical Response
Music critics generally received the song well, praising its typical LCD Soundsystem sound and intriguing lyricism.
Live Performances
"North American Scum" has been regularly performed live by LCD Soundsystem, including their final concert at Madison Square Garden in 2011 before their initial breakup.
Inspiration and Songwriting
James Murphy, LCD Soundsystem's primary member, wrote the song when he was frustrated as he felt like an outsider while being on tour in Europe.
Pop Culture Influence
The song has been used in several TV shows and movies, including the 2013 film "The Heat."
Cover Versions
Indie rock band Arcade Fire played a live cover of "North American Scum" during a surprise appearance at an LCD Soundsystem show in 2007.
Remix Version
A remix of "North American Scum" by the band Onastic was included as the bonus track in the UK version of the single.
Album Nomination
The album "Sound of Silver," which includes "North American Scum," was nominated for Best Electronic/Dance Album at the 50th Grammy Awards in 2008.

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