Is There a Ghost
Band of Horses
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I could sleep I could sleep I could sleep I could sleep When I lived alone Is there a ghost in my house? I could sleep I could sleep I could sleep I could sleep When I lived alone Is there a ghost in my house? When I lived alone Is there a ghost in my house? My house I could sleep I could sleep I could sleep I could sleep When I lived alone Is there a ghost in my house? When I lived alone Is there a ghost in my house? My house I could sleep I could sleep I could sleep I could sleep When I lived alone Is there a ghost in my house? When I lived alone Is there a ghost in my house? My house
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Written by: Benjamin Bridwell, Creighton Barrett, Rob Hampton
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12 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Is There a Ghost" is predominantly categorized within the genres of indie rock, alternative rock, and Southern rock.
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Performance StatsThe song is arguably one of Band of Horses' most commercially successful and well-known songs. It peaked at number 34 on the Billboard Alternative Songs Chart.
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Radio Play"Is There a Ghost" became a staple in non-commercial radio stations across the United States due to its alternative indie sound.
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Album ContributionThe song is the opening track from Band of Horses' second album, "Cease to Begin", released in 2007.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Is There a Ghost" was directed by Brian Savelson. It presents an unusual and haunting encounter inside a rural home.
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Lyric CompositionThe song’s lyrics are enigmatic and minimalistic, with the phrases “I could sleep” and “when I lived alone, is there a ghost in my house?” repeated throughout the song.
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Critical AcclaimThe song has been praised by numerous critics. Pitchfork media included "Is There a Ghost" at number 93 in their list of the top 100 tracks of 2007.
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Live Performances"Is There a Ghost" has been a continual part of the band's live performance setlist throughout their touring and festival appearances.
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Band OriginBand of Horses was formed in 2004 in Seattle, United States. They are now based in Charleston, South Carolina. The lead vocalist Ben Bridwell is the main constant member.
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Influence and SoundscapeThe song's moody, atmospheric tones and Bridwell’s reverb-drenched vocals have drawn comparisons to Neil Young and The Flaming Lips.
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Cultural ReferencesThe song was notably used in the popular American TV show, "Numb3rs, Season 4, Episode 3".
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Artistic ContinuityIts ethereal and somewhat somber sound continues the aesthetic that Band of Horses established in their debut, "Everything All the Time".
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