Stripsearch

Faith No More

About Stripsearch

"Stripsearch" is a song from Faith No More's studio album, Album of the Year, and was released as a single on January 12, 1998. It was the last single from the album to be released prior to the band splitting up, although another single would be released later, a cover of "I Started a Joke" by the Bee Gees.


Year:
1997
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It's over today 
The heat is gone 
Time is gone 
F for fake 
I feel no wrong 
Hide no wrong 
I love this place 
The lights 
Under this face 
So dry 

Only way to change 
Give yourself away 
Don't be ashamed 
Next in line 
Close one eye 
Just walk by 

In these days 
I'm breathing stone 
Crying alone 
I'll win this race 
I'll leave alone 
Arrive alone. 

Love this place 
The lights 
Under this face 
So dry 

Stripped to the bone 
I did no wrong 
Truth is my name 
Give yourself away 

F for fake 
F for fake 
F for fake 
F for fake 
Give yourself away 
Give yourself away 
Give yourself away

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Faith No More

Faith No More is an American rock band from San Francisco, California. Faith No More was originally formed as Faith No Man in 1981 by bassist Billy Gould, keyboardist Wade Worthington, vocalist Mike Morris, and drummer Mike Bordin. A year later Worthington was replaced by keyboardist Roddy Bottum, who along with Gould and Bordin, formed Faith No More. After going through a series of singers which included Courtney Love,Chuck Mosley joined the band in 1983. The same year, Jim Martin was recruited to replace guitarist Mark Bowen. That lineup released the band's first album, We Care a Lot, in 1985. Within a year, the band signed up with Slash Records, and in 1987 their second album Introduce Yourself was released. Membership remained stable until vocalist Mosley… more »

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Written by: BILL GOULD, JON DAVID HUDSON, MICHAEL ALLEN PATTON, MICHAEL ANDREW BORDIN

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11 facts about this song

Album Information
"Stripsearch" is a track from Faith No More's sixth studio album, "Album of the Year." The album was released in 1997 and "Stripsearch" is the album's final track.
Songwriting Credits
The song is credited to all five of the band members - Mike Bordin, Roddy Bottum, Bill Gould, Jon Hudson, and Mike Patton. This indicates that the song was a collaborative effort.
Musical Style
"Stripsearch" leans into Faith No More's versatility and eclectic style by flitting between rock and electronica. The song is known for its trip-hop influences.
Music Video
The music video for "Stripsearch" was filmed in Berlin and directed by Philip Stölzl. It reflects the song's title by featuring Mike Patton being searched by police.
Reception and Recognition
Despite being a fan favorite, "Stripsearch" did not make as significant a commercial impact as some of Faith No More's other singles. However, it remains critically acclaimed for its unique blending of styles and influential sound.
Unique Instrumentation
The song features a Middle Eastern instrument, the qanun. This instrument adds to the layered and eclectic sonic landscape of the single.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Stripsearch" are typically vague and abstract, as is consistent with much of Faith No More's discography. This leaves room for interpretation, allowing listeners to find their own meaning in the song.
Final Single
"Stripsearch" became Faith No More's final single before their breakup in 1998. The band members would not reunite for another 11 years.
Live Performances
While not performed frequently, "Stripsearch" has been played live several times since the band's reunion in 2009.
Post-Breakup Influence
The song remains popular among Faith No More fans and continues to receive recognition. Despite the band's breakup and eventual reunion, "Stripsearch" has stood the test of time and illustrates the band's refusal to conform to a single style or genre.
Probable Inspiration
Though not explicitly confirmed by the band, the song's title and some of the lyrics suggest that the inspiration might have been drawn from unpleasant experiences at custom border checks that many touring bands face.

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