Lust for Life
Girls
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Oh, I wish I had a boyfriend I wish I had a loving man in my life I wish I had a father Maybe then I would've turned out right But now I'm just crazy, I'm totally mad Yeah I'm just crazy, I'm fucked in the head And maybe if I really tried with all of my heart Then I could make a brand new start in love with you Oh, I wish I had a suntan Oh, I wish I had a pizza and a bottle of wine Oh, I wish I had a beach house Then we could make a big fire every night Instead I'm just crazy, I'm totally mad Yeah I'm just crazy, I'm fucked in the head And maybe if I really tried with all of my heart Then I could make a brand new start in love with you C'mon c'mon c'mon Kayda
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Written by: CHET WHITE, CHRISTOPHER OWENS
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, Downtown Music Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Album Origin"Lust for Life" is a song by the American indie rock band, Girls. It's one of the standout tracks from their debut studio album, titled "Album."
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Album Release"Album" was released by True Panther Sounds in September 2009. "Lust for Life" drew widespread attention and is still one of the band’s most popular songs.
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Song ThemeThe track "Lust for Life" is also reflective of the theme of the album which is largely about love and the turbulent emotions that can accompany it.
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Band FormationGirls was formed by Christopher Owens and Chet "JR" White. "Lust For Life" showcases their prowess at creating raw and distinctly personal indie rock music.
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Unique VideoThe music video for "Lust For Life" is quite unique, featuring Owens and White indifferent to a feast of debauchery happening around them, aligned with the lyrics that feature a sense of longing.
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Personal ExperienceThe song's lyrics are considered quite personal. They represent Owens' yearnings for better life conditions, hinting at his troubled childhood in a religious cult and subsequent hardships.
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Critical AcclaimThe song, as well as the album, received positive reviews from critics. "Lust for Life" was praised for its captivating tunes and honest, heartfelt lyrics.
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Band DisbandmentDespite the success and critical acclaim, Owens announced his departure from the band in October 2012, effectively ending Girls. So, "Lust for Life" remains as one of the band’s most popular and enduring songs.
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Not to be ConfusedEven though it carries the same title, Girls' "Lust for Life" should not be confused with Iggy Pop's song of the same name.
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Noteworthy CoversThe band Vampire Weekend notably covered "Lust for Life" during a concert in San Francisco, showing the song’s continued appeal and influence.
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