Cheshire Cat Smile
Milburn
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Oh how your mind's not on it Pass me a book and I'll read you a sonnet girl Walls go up, and guards come down He's banging on the door thinking 'Where the f*** is she now?' So open your mouth and stick to your guns You've got to realise that she's indifferent Wha-wha-what's your name? Just one love, here we go again So it has come to an end Things haven't changed you are still looking rough my friend Things get broke, things come clean If you wanted to leave then why are you still here? So open your mouth and stick to your guns You've got to realise that she's indifferent Wha-wha-what's your name? Just one love, here we go again So open your mouth and stick to your guns You've got to realise that she's indifferent Wha-wha-what's your name? Just one love, here we go again
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Written by: JOSEPH CARNALL, JOSEPH THOMAS GREEN, LOUIS IAN CARNALL, THOMAS LEE ROWLEY
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Track Details"Cheshire Cat Smile" is a song by the British indie rock band, Milburn. The song is part of their debut album "Well Well Well".
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Album SuccessThe album "Well Well Well", which contains "Cheshire Cat Smile", was released in October 2006 and debuted at #32 on the UK Albums Chart.
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Band MembersAt the time of the album release, Milburn consisted of Joe Carnall, Louis Carnall, Tom Rowley, and Joe Green.
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Musical CompositionThe song incorporates elements of indie rock with the band's distinctive British sound – and is often credited with a common theme of escapism.
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Band RecognitionDespite their limited chart success, Milburn has been recognized as being influential to larger bands such as Arctic Monkeys, with "Cheshire Cat Smile" often being cited for its musical influence.
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Song ThemeDrawing from the Alice in Wonderland’s character, the mysterious Cheshire Cat, the song’s character hides their true feelings behind a disconcerting grin – just like the Cheshire Cat in Lewis Carroll's novel.
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Band Breakup and ReunionMilburn disbanded in 2008 but reunited in 2016. "Cheshire Cat Smile" was one of the songs the band performed during their reunion gigs, proving its lasting popularity.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe lyrics of "Cheshire Cat Smile" describe a person who hides their unhappiness or dissatisfaction behind a forced smile, potentially reflecting the pressure young musicians feel in the music industry.
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PopularityWhile not released as a single, "Cheshire Cat Smile" is a fan favorite and is frequently included in the setlist during live performances.
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Vinyl Release"Well Well Well", including "Cheshire Cat Smile", was given a limited-edition double vinyl release in 2016 to commemorate the band's reunion.
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