Zero
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
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Shake it like a ladder to the sun Makes me feel like a madman on the run Find me never never far gone So get your leather, leather Leather on on on on Your zero What's your name? No one's gonna ask you Better find out where they want you to go Try and hit the spot Get to know it in the dark Get to know it whether you're Crying, crying, crying oh oh Can you climb, climb, climb higher Shake it like a ladder to the sun Makes me feel like a madman on the run Now you're never, never far gone So get your leather leather Leather on on on on Your zero What's your name? No one's gonna ask you Better find out where they want you to go Try and hit the spot Get to know it in the dark Get to know it whether you're Crying, crying, crying oh oh Can you climb, climb, climb higher Was it the cure? Shellshock! Was it the cure? Hope not! Was it the cure? Shellshock! Was it the cure? What's your name? Your zero What's your name? No one's gonna ask you Better find out where they want you to go Try and hit the spot Get to know it in the dark Get to know it whether you're Crying, crying, crying oh oh Can you climb, climb, climb higher Was it the cure? Shellshock! Was it the cure? Hope not! Was it the cure? Shellshock! Was it the cure? Hope not! What's your name?
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Written by: BRIAN CHASE, KAREN LEE ORZOLEK, NICHOLAS JOSEPH ZINNER
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12 facts about this song
Band Origin"Zero" is a song by the rock band "Yeah Yeah Yeahs," which emerged from New York City's indie rock scene in the early 2000s.
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Album ReleaseThe song is the first track and lead single off the band's third studio album "It's Blitz!" which was released in 2009.
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Genre"Zero" is driven by a solid groove of dance-punk and synth-pop, showcasing the band's shift from their initial indie rock and garage punk sounds to a more electronic and pop-influenced style.
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Chart Success"Zero" peaked at number 48 on the UK Singles Chart, number 18 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart in the US, and even reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot Dance Singles Sales chart.
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Accompanying Music VideoThe music video for "Zero" was filmed in San Francisco and features lead singer Karen O wandering around the city's streets and shops at night.
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AcclaimIn 2010, "Zero" was nominated for Best Rock Song and Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards.
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MeaningAccording to singer Karen O, "Zero" is about the era in one's life when they are considered a loser and the process of embracing that and turning it into something powerful.
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Critic Reviews"Zero" was praised by critics for its energetic sound and Karen O’s powerful vocals. It was cited by many as one of the best songs of 2009.
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Artistic VisionThe cover art for "Zero" features a close-up shot of a leather jacket with the song title and the band's name pinned to it, reflecting the DIY aesthetic often associated with punk culture.
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CollaborationThe song was produced by the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, along with long-time collaborators Nick Launay and David Andrew Sitek.
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Pop Culture Impact"Zero" was used in various TV shows like Gossip Girl and media promotions, further amplifying its reach and popularity.
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Live PerformancesThe song was a fixture in the band's live sets and was typically accompanied by an energetic performance from Karen O.
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