Starfighter Pilot
Snow Patrol
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Andrew's a star fighter pilot He can get high in his jet Tells me about all his women He can get any I'll bet Andrew's a star fighter pilot He knows all the girls in the world He's better than James Kirk or Tweeky I cradle his picture at night You know I'll think of you Your picture on the wall I would raise my drink to you But I'll stay sober just for you Andrew's a star fighter pilot I watch him on TV each day I've got all the toys from his program And all of his past shows on tape
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Written by: GARY LIGHTBODY, JONATHAN QUINN, MARK MCCLELLAND
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Release Date"Starfighter Pilot" was originally released on Snow Patrol's debut album "Songs for Polarbears" in 1998. This song later got a few remixes and EP releases due to its popularity.
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Writing CreditsThe song was written by Gary Lightbody, the band's lead vocalist, and Mark McClelland, the band's bassist at the time.
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Intriguing LyricsThe lyrics are inspired by science-fiction tropes and reveal Lightbody's sense of humor. It talks about romantic relationships in the prism of space travel.
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GenresThe song could be classified into the indie rock or alternative rock genres. It exemplifies the band's early rock roots, which evolved over time to produce a more mainstream pop-rock sound.
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Reissues & RemixesThe song reissued as "Starfighter Pilot" in 1999 and included three remixes: "Steve Hitchcock Remix", "Cut La Roc Remix", and "High Plane Drifter Remix".
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Fictional CharactersThe song references fictional characters such as the "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles," giving the song a bit of a playful edge.
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Song TitleThe song was originally titled "Starfighter Pilot". However, in the 1998 album "Songs for Polarbears", the song was titled as "Starfighter."
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Other Album ReferencesBesides its original album, "Starfighter Pilot" is also present in Snow Patrol's compilation album "Up to Now" (2009) which includes a selection of the band's best known songs up to that year.
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Radio BroadcastThe song is one of the band's original signature songs, often played at their early radio gigs.
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Not Producer’s FavouriteDespite its popularity, producer Jacknife Lee, famous for his work with U2, REM, and Bloc Party, once admitted that he wasn't fond of the song.
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Live PerformancesThe song was often performed live by the band during their early days. It was well-received by the audience for its vibrant energy.
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