Riot on an Empty Street
Kings of Convenience
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"Why, why so quiet? Oh my, mysterious country singer?" she asked My life, it's a riot I'm climbing barricades In empty streets at night When I'm down Fighting shadows Twenty-five postcards In a box in my room Telephone conversations Gas slowly leaking out Of a heart-shaped balloon It's a dangerous game That I'm not sure If I could keep playing for long It's a dangerous game It's a very fine line And if one step is wrong I have no cards to play And that's why I've got nothing to say Tonight I've got nothing to say Tonight
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Written by: EIRIK GLAMBEK BOE, ERLEND OTRE OEYE
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Album Name"Riot on an Empty Street" is not actually a song by Kings of Convenience, but it's the name of their second studio album, released in 2004.
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Lyrics and ThemesThe album notably incorporates introspective and subtle lyrics and deals themes of melancholy, heartbreak, and social observation, reflecting the band’s folk-pop and indie style.
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Guest ArtistsCanadian singer Feist features as a guest vocalist on two tracks from the "Riot on an Empty Street" album, which strengthens the melodic appeal of the songs "Know How" and "The Build Up."
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ProductionThe album was produced by renowned producer Davide Bertolini, who has also worked with other artists like A-ha and Anneli Drecker.
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ReceptionCritics like AllMusic’s Tim Sendra acclaimed the album as "majestically sad and achingly beautiful" and praised its gentle, acoustic sound in contrast to the prevalent loud and frenetic indie rock of the 2000s.
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GenreKings of Convenience is a Norwegian indie folk-pop duo. Their album "Riot on an Empty Street" further cements their mark in the genre with the incorporation of acoustic guitar arrangements and harmonious vocals.
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Chart PerformanceIn terms of commercial success, the album reached the Top 50 in four countries and was a number 2 hit in Norway.
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NamesakeThe title "Riot on an Empty Street" intriguingly juxtaposes two contrasting ideas, possibly reflecting the contrasts and paradoxes explored in the songs themselves.
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ArtworkThe cover artwork of the album is a grayscale picture of an old man sitting on a bench in a deserted street, setting a tone of solitude and introspection.
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Standout tracksThe tracks "Misread" and "I'd Rather Dance With You," from this album, are particularly popular among fans and critics alike.
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