The Underdog
Spoon
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Release Date"The Underdog" is a song by the American indie rock band, Spoon. It was released in 2007, as part of their sixth studio album, "Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga."
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Chart PerformanceUpon release, it was the band's most commercially successful song. It reached No. 26 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart.
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Record LabelThe song was released under the record label, Merge Records which is known for its collection of indie rock artists.
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Producer"The Underdog" was produced by Jon Brion, a well-known American singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist.
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Critics ReviewCritics praised "The Underdog" for its catchy rhythm and thought-provoking lyrics. It was described as a "toe-tapping mix of pop, rock, and soul."
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Music ArrangementThe notable feature of "The Underdog" is its use of horns, giving the song a distinct, lively feel.
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Award Nominations"The Underdog" received a nomination for Best Solo Rock Vocal Performance at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards. It was the band's first Grammy nomination.
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Radio PlayThe song got a lot of radio play in the United States and was also featured in several TV shows and movies.
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In Movies and TV Shows"The Underdog" has been used in popular films and TV series such as "17 Again," "Horrible Bosses," and "How I Met Your Mother."
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Lyrics ThemeThe song talks about the struggle of an underdog and the perseverance required to stand up and make a change. The lyrics resonate with many people, making the song a fan favorite.
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Creation ProcessSpoon's lead singer, Britt Daniel, revealed in interviews that the song was written under time pressure during the last few days of recording their album "Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga."
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Notable PerformancesSpoon performed "The Underdog" on the popular TV show, "Saturday Night Live," in 2007, garnering further attention to the song.
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Album SuccessThe album "Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga," which "The Underdog" belongs to, was both a critical and commercial success, peaking at No. 10 on the Billboard 200 chart.
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Collaborative EffortThe song was written by Britt Daniel and produced by both Daniel and Mike McCarthy, marking a significant collaborative effort among the band members.
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