Big Ideas

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About Big Ideas

"Big Ideas" is a song by LCD Soundsystem, released as a single on August 11, 2008. It was originally written for the film 21 and appears on its soundtrack album. This song was ranked number 63 on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 Best Singles of 2008.


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I don't hold you responsible
On the time, i'm alone
I don't think it's unreasonable
So I won't claim all night long

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The way you make me feel
You got me so tied up
The way you make me feel
You got me so tied up
The way you make me feel
You got me so tied up
The way you make me feel
You got me so tied up

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Huruhuhu
Here comes the big ideas again
Just like they did before again
The rollin' comes again and we go and on and on...
Huruhuhu
Here comes the big ideas again
Just like they did before again
The rollin' comes again and we go and on and on...
Huruhuhu
Here comes the big ideas again
Just like they did before again
The rollin' comes again and we go and on and on...
Huruhuhu
Here comes the big ideas again
Just like they did before again
The rollin' comes again and we go and on and on...

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LCD Soundsystem

LCD Soundsystem was an American-based dance-punk band from New York City. It was fronted by American singer-songwriter and producer James Murphy, co-founder of record label DFA Records. The group released three critically acclaimed albums, LCD Soundsystem, Sound of Silver and This Is Happening, with the last charting in the Billboard Top 10. more »

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"Big Ideas" by LCD Soundsystem was not included in any of their regular studio albums. Instead, it was specifically released for the soundtrack of the 2008 film "21".
Influence Details
The song has a distinct '80s vibe. Being a part of the Electronic Dance Music (EDM) genre, "Big Ideas" is representative of LCD Soundsystem's general style, which often pulls inspiration from dance-punk, electronic rock, and new wave music from the '70s and '80s.
Chart Performance
Despite not featuring on an LCD Soundsystem's studio album, "Big Ideas" garnered attention by reaching the top 10 of Billboard's Hot Dance Singles Sales chart in the United States.
James Murphy's Role
LCD Soundsystem is the project of James Murphy, an American musician, who wrote and performed "Big Ideas". He has been praised for his lyrical cleverness and deep understanding of various musical styles, which is evident in the way "Big Ideas" blends different genres.
Music Video
The music video for “Big Ideas” is a black-and-white scene that features James Murphy attempting to construct the single cover using overblown fragments, reflecting the quirky humor and creativity of LCD Soundsystem.
Band Disbandment
LCD Soundsystem disbanded in 2011, making "Big Ideas" one of the last releases from the band's initial period. The band later reunited in 2015.
Film Relevance
In the movie "21", the song plays in a crucial scene where the main characters count cards in Las Vegas. The edgy lyrics of "Big Ideas" coincide with the heavy risks taken by the characters in their exploits.
Soundtrack Collaboration
LCD Soundsystem shared the "21" soundtrack with several other popular artists, including MGMT and Peter Bjorn and John, making it a hotspot for late-2000s indie music.
Production Detail
The track showcases the band's penchant for creating dense layers of sound, with an emphatic rhythm section, swirling synths, and Murphy's distinctive vocals.
Recognition
In addition to its Billboard charting, "Big Ideas" also found recognition among critics. It has been highlighted as a standout track in LCD Soundsystem’s catalog, despite not being a part of their main albums.

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