Remember Me

British Sea Power

About Remember Me

"Remember Me" is a song by British Sea Power, released in 2001 as their second single and the first released after signing to Rough Trade Records. It was also the first track to be recorded with longtime producer Mads Bjerke. Whilst it is generally felt to be an uplifting song, the lyrics deal with a decline into old age and the mental decay that comes with it. It has been played at almost every gig the band have ever played and was re-recorded for their debut album, The Decline of British Sea Power. That version was also released as the final single from The Decline of British Sea Power in 2003 and reached number 30 in the UK Singles Chart. B-side "A Lovely Day Tomorrow" was also re-recorded three years later and released as a limited edition single. The CD also features "Birdy", an instrumental track that was rumoured to have included lyrics that never made the release since Yan never got around to recording them. 


Year:
2002
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Do you worry about your health
Do you watch it slowly change
And when you listen to yourself, does it feel like somebody else
And did you notice when you began to disappear
Was it slowly at first
Until there was nobody really there
Increment by increment
Increment by increment
Increment by increment 

Oh remember me
Yeah remember me
Oh remember me 

Yeah remember me
Oh remember me
Will you remember me?

Did half of you pass away
What about the other half
Yeah what about the other half
Whatever!
We're all part of the same old bloody regime
With someone taking it out whilst you were putting it in
Increment by increment
Increment by increment
Increment by increment 

Oh remember me
Yeah remember me
Oh remember me 

Yeah remember me
Oh remember me
Will you remember me? 

Oh remember me
Yeah remember me
Oh remember me

From the here and now to eternity
Will you remember me?

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British Sea Power

British Sea Power are an indie rock band based in Brighton, England, although three of the band members originally come from Kendal in Cumbria. The wide-ranging nature of their material has led critics to liken their sound to a variety of groups, from The Cure and Joy Division to the Pixies and Arcade Fire. The band are famed for their live performances, the unusual lyrical content of their songs and the adventurous choice of locations for some of their shows. British Sea Power's members are Yan (Scott Wilkinson; vocals, guitar), Noble (Martin Noble; guitar), Hamilton (Neil Hamilton Wilkinson; bass guitar, vocals, guitar), Wood (Matthew Wood; drums), Phil Sumner (cornet, keyboards) and Abi Fry (viola). more »

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Written by: MARTIN NOBLE, JAN SCOTT WILKINSON, NEIL HAMILTON WILKINSON, MATTHEW JAMES WOOD

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11 facts about this song

Song Release
"Remember Me" by British Sea Power was released in 2003, marking their initial journey into mainstream music.
Album Inclusion
The song was included in the band’s debut full-length studio album, "The Decline of British Sea Power," providing a blend of post-punk, indie rock, and new wave genres.
Chart Ranking
Despite being not very well-known at the time, "Remember Me" managed to reach number 30 on the UK Singles Chart.
Re-recording
Interestingly, "Remember Me" was one of two songs on the album that had been previously released. The band decided to re-record it for inclusion on their debut LP.
Lyrical Content
The song lyrics are often treated as enigmatic by fans, who debate whether its evocative phrases relate to universal themes of memory and loss, or a more specific, personal narrative.
Live Performances
"Remember Me" earned a regular spot in the lineup for live performances by British Sea Power, with fans particularly appreciating the energy the band brought to the song.
Album Reviews
"The Decline of British Sea Power," the album featuring "Remember Me," was well received critically and has been listed as one of the top albums of the Noughties by The Times.
Music Video
The music video for "Remember Me", directed by Alex Rutterford, features the band members performing in their military-style uniforms, which became a trademark for them.
Band Members
The group British Sea Power includes members named Yan, Hamilton, Noble, Wood, Abi Fry, and Phil Sumner. "Remember Me" reflects the combined efforts of these six music artists.
Musical Style
"Remember Me" is a gem for many British Sea Power fans because of its unique style, often described as having a sweeping, dramatic delivery that elevates the song's seemingly cheerful, jangly indie tune into something more profound.
Unique Promotions
British Sea Power was known for their unique promotional strategies, like performing in unusual venues, which earned them a cult following that enjoyed songs like "Remember Me."

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