Citysong
Luscious Jackson
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i'm taking the side streets and i'm cruising down the alleyways and i'm feeling the cool breeze across my face i'm losing to find and i'm breaking to fix cause i'm not fit to go on like this music in my head the rhythm keeps me fed these sounds surround me in these in high frequencies there's no place like home there's no place like home stone alone in the city of bastard roots when i'm about to go crazy cause i'm still living here i just get my friends together and we dance, dance, dance cause this is the state of the world this is the state of the world this city tells me what it's like to live hey bike messenger what's your name? have you got the time to talk to me? tell you what. we'll sit on this here stoop and talk all about you we'll just keep sitting here til you roll on through. when i'm about to go crazy cause i'm still living here i just get my friends together and we dance, dance, dance cause this is the state of the world this is the state of the world this city tells me what it's like to live cause this is the state of the world cause this is the state of the world cause this is the state of the world cause this is the state of the world serpico he's still around screwed up police ya might get found city crime's for city cops you've got to know the streets you rock the subway tells the story here this is the place to disappear cause this is the state of the world cause this is the state of the world cause this is the state of the world cause this is the state of the world and i'll die in my open mind i live in my open mind and i'll die in my open mind i live in my open mind and i'll die in my open mind i live in my open mind and i'll die in my open mind
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Written by: JILL CUNNIFF, GABRIELLE GLASER, CURTIS L MAYFIELD
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Release Information"Citysong" was released by Luscian Jackson as part of their second studio album titled "Natural Ingredients" in August 1994.
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Music Video CreationThe music video for "Citysong" was directed by Dutch photographer and film director, Anton Corbijn, who is known for his work with U2, Depeche Mode, and Nirvana.
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Chart Success"Citysong" managed to reach number 36 on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart.
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Musical StyleThe song embodies elements of alternative rock, mixed with hip hop influences, showcasing Luscious Jackson's unique blend of genres.
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Inspiration"Citysong" was inspired by the urban landscape of New York City, where Luscious Jackson was formed.
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LyricsThe song reflects the chaos, energy, and ever-changing scenes of the city. The lyrics contain a mention of the famous NYC taxi driver, "Taxi Dave".
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Soundtrack AppearanceThe track was featured on the soundtrack of the 1995 film, "Clueless", directed by Amy Heckerling.
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Band FormationLuscious Jackson was formed in 1991 by Jill Cunniff and Gabby Glaser. They named their band after the basketball player, Lucious Jackson.
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LabelThe band was one of the first ones to be signed by the Beastie Boys' label, Grand Royal.
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Relevance TodayOver two decades after its release, "Citysong" continues to receive airplay and is considered a classic staple in the Luscian Jackson discography.
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Band DisbandmentLuscious Jackson disbanded in 2000, making "Citysong" one of their most well-known songs from their active years.
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ReunionThe band did, however, reunite in 2011 and even released a crowd-funded album in 2013. "Citysong" remains a favorite among fans during their performances.
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