Kill the Director

The Wombats

About Kill the Director

"Kill The Director" is a song by English indie rock band The Wombats. It is written in the key of B major. According to a radio interview on BBC Radio 1, the song was written about the film The Holiday with Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet. From the lyrics "this is no Bridget Jones" and according to the radio interview, they hated the film, and hence decided to write a song about it. Brazilian 'New Rave' band Cansei de Ser Sexy, among others, have remixed this song. The song was used in the popular UK television show The Inbetweeners. The song was also used as the title music to football show Football Focus in the 07/08 English football season. The song was re-released as a download and 7" inch single on July 7, 2008 with the seven inch only being available from the band's website. 


Year:
2007
2:45
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I've met someone that makes me feel seasick
Oh, what a skill to have, oh, what a skill to have
So, many skills that make her distinctive
But they're not mine to have, no, they're not mine

Whenever she looks I read the nearest paper
No, I don't care about the soaps
No, I don't care about the soaps
Though I'm acting like I'm in an EastEnders episode

If this is a rom-com
Kill the director
If this is a rom-com
Kill the director, please

Carrots help us see much better in the dark
Don't talk to girls, they'll break your heart
And this is my head and this is my spout
They work together, they can't figure anything out

So, with the angst of a teenage band
Here's another song about a gender I'll never understand
Here's another song about a gender I'll never understand

If this is a rom-com
Kill the director
If this is a rom-com
Kill the director

If this is a rom-com
Kill the director, please

This is no Bridget Jones
This is no Bridget, Bridget
This is no Bridget Jones
This is no Bridget, Bridget

This is no Bridget Jones
This is no Bridget, Bridget
This is no Bridget Jones
This is no Bridget, Bridget

This is no Bridget Jones
This is no Bridget, Bridget
This is no Bridget Jones
This is no Bridget, Bridget

This is no Bridget Jones
This is no Bridget, Bridget Jones

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The Wombats

The Wombats are a British indie rock band from and formed in Liverpool. The band comprises native Liverpudlians Matthew Murphy (lead vocals, guitar, nose harp, keyboard) and Dan Haggis (drums, percussion, keyboard and backing vocals), alongside Norwegian-born Tord Øverland-Knudsen (bass guitar, guitar, keyboard and backing vocals). The band is signed to 14th Floor Records in the United Kingdom and Bright Antenna in the United States. more »

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Written by: DANIEL JOSEPH HAGGIS, MATTHEW EDWARD MURPHY, TORD OEVERLAND KNUDSEN

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Kill the Director" is a song by British indie rock band, The Wombats. First released in 2007, the song is among The Wombat's most popular tracks and has become a fan-favorite at the band's live performances.
Album Details
It appears on the band’s debut studio album “A Guide to Love, Loss & Desperation,” which was released in November 2007.
Critical Reception
"Kill the Director" enjoyed positive reviews from critics at the time of its release. This tightly constructed indie-pop song showcases The Wombats' knack for catchy melodies and sharp, witty lyrics.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 48 in the UK Singles Chart, after initially failing to chart upon its first release.
Lyrics Inspiration
The song's lyrics draw inspiration from Hollywood and the art of movie-making. The song is noteworthy for its refrain, "This is no Bridget Jones," a reference to the popular film series and literary character, which is indicative of The Wombats' unique lyrical flair and their ability to mix pop cultural references with personal sentiments.
Song Relevance
The song remains one of The Wombats' most well-known pieces to date and has amassed millions of streams online across various platforms.
About the Band
The Wombats are a three-part band based in Liverpool, England composed of members Matthew Murphy (vocals, guitar, keyboards), Dan Haggis (drums, vocals), and Tord Øverland Knudsen (bass, vocals).
Musical Style
"Kill the Director" features The Wombats' characteristic upbeat rhythm and distinctively British take on indie rock/pop, known specifically for their wry, often humorous and witty lyrics paired with catchy pop melodies.
Live Performances
The Wombats have performed "Kill the Director" at numerous music festivals worldwide and it is one of the songs that fans often look forward to hearing at their shows.
Awards and Recognition
While "Kill the Director" did not win any major music awards, the success of the song contributed to The Wombat's nomination for NME's 'Best New Band' award in 2008.

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