So Young

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About So Young

"So Young" is the fourth and final single from the debut album by Suede, released on 17 May 1993 on Nude Records. It charted at number 22 on the UK Singles Chart. "So Young" was a last minute addition to the album. It was written just three months ahead of its release, in contrast to the bulk of the album, which had been demoed almost a year previously. The video for the single was directed by David Lewis and Andy Crabb, who later went on to direct a series of backdrop films for Suede as well as the live tour film Introducing The Band and features children from the Kent coastal town of Whitstable. Originally intended to have no footage of the band members, a shoot was later arranged at the instigation of the record company who insisted that the band appear. 


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1993
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Because we're young  because we're gone  
We'll take the tide's electric mind  oh yeah?  oh yeah  
We're so young and so gone  let's chase the dragon  oh  

Because we're young  because we're gone  
We'll scare the skies with tigers eyes  oh yeah? oh yeah  

We're so young and so gone  let's chase the dragon  oh 
Let's chase the dragon

From our home high in the city where the skyline 
Stained the snow  I fell for a servant who kept me on the boil 

We're so young and so gone, let's chase the dragon from our home!

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Suede

Suede are an English alternative rock band from London, formed in 1989. The group's most prominent early line-up featured singer Brett Anderson, guitarist Bernard Butler, bass player Mat Osman and drummer Simon Gilbert. By 1992, Suede were hailed as "The Best New Band in Britain", and attracted much attention from the British music press. The following year their glam rock-inspired debut album, Suede, went to the top of the charts, became the fastest-selling debut album in almost ten years and won the Mercury Music Prize, helping kick-start the Britpop movement. However, the band's lush follow-up, Dog Man Star (1994), saw Suede distance themselves from their Britpop peers. Although it is often regarded as the band's masterpiece, the recording sessions for Dog… more »

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Written by: Brett Anderson, Bernard Butler

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Song Details
"So Young" is a song by English alternative rock band Suede, featured on their self-titled debut album released in 1993.
Inspiration
The song was said to be inspired by the youth culture of the 90s, serving as a reminder of fleeting adolescent days.
Band Members
During the time "So Young" was recorded, Suede consisted of Brett Anderson (lead vocals), Bernard Butler (guitar), Mat Osman (bass), and Simon Gilbert (drums).
Chart Placement
Upon its release as a single, "So Young" peaked at number 22 on the UK Singles Chart.
Critical Reception
The song, along with the rest of the debut album, received critical praise for its blend of glam and indie rock, as well as Brett Anderson's distinct vocal style.
Pop Culture References
"So Young" was featured in the soundtrack for the hit British television drama "Misfits."
Album Success
The "Suede" album, which includes "So Young," won the Mercury Prize in 1993 for best British album, beating out stiff competition including Blur's "Modern Life Is Rubbish".
Music Video
The music video for "So Young" depicts high-contrast black and white footage of the band performing, combined with provocative images of youth culture.
Live Performances
"So Young" remains a staple in Suede's live performances and is beloved by fans for its energy and nostalgic theming.
Song Writing
Like many of Suede's tracks, "So Young" was penned by Brett Anderson and Bernard Butler, the band's original songwriting team.
Legacy
Though not as well-known as some of their biggest hits like "Animal Nitrate" or "Beautiful Ones," "So Young" remains a fan-favorite track and a significant part of Suede's early discography.

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