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The Chemical Brothers
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The brothers gonna work it out
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Written by: Tom Rowlands, Edmund John Simons, Blake Renee Baxter
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Leave Home" was released by the British electronic music duo, The Chemical Brothers, in 1995.
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Debut AlbumThe song appears on their debut studio album, "Exit Planet Dust," marking it as the first track on the album.
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Chart Performance"Leave Home" peaked at number 17 on the UK Singles Chart in its first week, showcasing the rising popularity of the band.
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SamplingThis track features a sample from "Brothers Gonna Work It Out" by Blake Baxter.
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Usage in Media"Leave Home" has been used in various media outlets, including movies and video games. It is featured in the soundtrack of the ’90s film “The Jackal” and the racing video game “Wipeout 2097.”
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Re-releasedIn 2004, the song was re-released with a new mix by the Australian DJ and record producer Kutski.
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Music VideoA video directed by Nick Goffey and Dominic Hawley, better known as Dom and Nic, accompanies the song. This same director duo has worked with several other popular artists, including David Bowie and Supergrass.
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The Name Chemical BrothersInterestingly, the band was earlier known as "The Dust Brothers," they had to change their name due to a conflict with an existing American band of the same name. Thus, “Leave Home” is significant as one of the first major releases under the name "The Chemical Brothers."
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TributeThe track could be interpreted as a tribute to the dance music scene, its lyrics stating "The brother's gonna work it out," which is now a famous line amongst their fans.
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Style of Music"Leave Home" showcases The Chemical Brothers' unique style of music, combining elements of house, electronica, and big beat, which helped shape electronic dance music in the late nineties and early 2000s.
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