Lisztomania

Phoenix

About Lisztomania

"Lisztomania" is a song by the French band Phoenix from their fourth album Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix. It is their second single from the album, although a music video of the song was released before "1901". The music video shows them performing live and going outside to find a blimp like the one shown on the album cover. The song helped the album to be their most successful following their previous hit, "1901". It peaked at #11 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart in the US and as well as #15 in Belgium. Phoenix released a remix edition of the album later in 2009, with two of the tracks being "Lisztomania" remixes by Alex Metric and 25 Hrs a Day. The song came in at #4 in the Triple J Hottest 100, 2009, making Phoenix the first French band to finish in the top 5 of the Hottest 100. 


Year:
2009
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So sentimental
Not sentimental no
Romantic not discussing it
Darling I'm down and lonely
When were the fortunate only?
I've been looking for something else
Too late, too late, too late, she'll be late, too late, too late
So go slowly discourage
Distant from other interests
On your favorite weekend
Ending this love for gentlemen only
That's where the fortunate only
No I gotta be someone else
These days it comes, it comes, it comes, it comes, it comes and goes

A Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot like a riot oh
Not easily offended
Know how to let it go
From the mess to the masses

A Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot like a riot oh
Not easily offended
Know how to let it go
From the mess to the masses

Follow, misguide, stand still
Discuss, discourage
On this precious weekend
Ending this love for gentlemen only
Wealthier gentlemen only
Now that you're lonely
Too late, too late, too late, she'll be late, too late, too late
So go slowly discourage
We'll burn the pictures instead
When it's all over we can barely discuss
For one minute only
Not where the fortunate only
But I better be something else
These days it comes, it comes, it comes, it comes, it comes and goes

A Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot like a riot, oh
Not easily offended
Know how to let it go
From the mess to the masses

A Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot like a riot oh
Not easily offended
Know how to let it go
From the mess to the masses
Oh
This is show time, this is show time, this is show time
Oh
This is show time, this is show time, this is show time
Time, time is your love, time is your love, yes time is your love

Time, time is your love, time is your love, yes time is your
From the mess to the masses
A Lisztomania
Think less but see it grow
Like a riot like a riot oh
Discuss, discuss, discuss, discuss, discuss discourage

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Phoenix

Phoenix is a French alternative rock band formed in 1999. The band consists of Thomas Mars (vocals), Laurent Brancowitz (guitar), Christian Mazzalai (guitar), and Deck d'Arcy (bass). They gained international fame with their 2009 album "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix," which featured the hit single "1901." Phoenix's music is characterized by catchy melodies, smooth vocals, and a blend of indie rock and synth-pop influences. more »

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Written by: Christian Mazzalai, Frederic Moulin, Laurent Mazzalai, Thomas Croquet

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10 facts about this song

Background Information
"Lisztomania" is the opening track on the French alternative rock band Phoenix's fourth studio album, "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix," which was released in 2009.
Song Origin
The term "Lisztomania" was coined by German poet and music critic, Heinrich Heine, to describe the intense fan frenzy around Hungarian composer Franz Liszt during the 19th century.
Chart Performance
The song was a hit on various charts. In the U.S., it reached number 11 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart. In the U.K., it peaked at 14 on the UK Indie Chart.
Critical Acclaim
"Lisztomania" received positive reviews from music critics and is considered one of Phoenix's most successful songs.
Awards and Recognition
The album "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix," featuring "Lisztomania," won the Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album in 2010.
Cultural Impact
"Lisztomania" has been covered by many artists and used in numerous TV shows, commercials, and movies, including the opening sequence of the film "Somewhere," directed by Sofia Coppola.
Music Video
The music video for "Lisztomania," directed by Antoine Wagner, features footage of the band in various locations around New York City.
Influence
Pop culture remixes and flash mob performances of "Lisztomania," like the famous "Lisztomania Brat Pack Mashup," demonstrate the song's widespread popularity and influence.
Lyrics
While the lyrics of the song do not have a clear-cut interpretation, they are thought to reflect on the fickle nature of fame and the danger of becoming an icon, drawing parallels with the frenzy surrounding Franz Liszt in his time.
Live Performances
"Lisztomania" quickly became a staple of Phoenix's live performances due to its catchy melody and dance-inducing rhythm. During concerts, the song often inspires energetic sing-alongs from the crowd.

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