Reptile
The Church
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10 facts about this song
Album information"Reptile" is from The Church's 1988 album "Starfish". This album is considered one of the band’s significant works, helping to increase their international popularity.
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Chart PerformanceThe single reached number 27 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart in the United States, helping to further their international fame. It peaked at number 81 on the Australian chart as well.
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Production teamThis song, along with the rest of the "Starfish" album, was produced by the renowned record producers Greg Ladanyi and Waddy Wachtel.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Reptile" was directed by UK director Richard Lowenstein, who's well known for his work with Rock and Pop artists like INXS and U2.
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Songwriting"Reptile" is written by Steve Kilbey, Marty Willson-Piper, Peter Koppes and Richard Ploog, members of The Church.
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Musical StyleThe song primarily falls under the neo-psychedelia and alternative rock genre, with its dynamic guitar riff and thundering bassline among its distinctive style features.
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Live Performances"Reptile" is a staples in The Church's live performances, being one of the band's most recognizable and popular songs.
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Influence and LegacyThe song represents a blend of post-punk, psychedelia and rock, contributing significantly to the band's evolution of sound and has influenced a wide range of artists thereafter.
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Noted by CriticsThe song is heavily praised by critics for its lyrical complexity and atmospheric sound. It's frequently highlighted as a standout track on the "Starfish" album.
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Song ThemeAlthough the band hasn't specifically commented on the song's meaning, several fans and critics have speculated that its lyrics are metaphorical, possibly referencing a complex, destructive relationship.
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