Rocket
The Hammer, Goldfrapp
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Starting something, thought it could be fun I started something, couldn't go wrong Danger, heartache, I'd always knew There's no winner, in this game you lose But I still wanna know how she got in the door uninvited Ooh ooh I got a rocket Ooh ooh you're going on it Ooh ooh you're never coming back This is secrets, stories unfold Fooled by pleasure, losing control Danger, heartache, something has died No good pretending, I'm leaving this time But I still wanna know how she got in the door uninvited Ooh ooh I got a rocket Ooh ooh you're going on it Ooh ooh you're never coming back Ooh ooh I got a rocket Ooh ooh you're going on it Ooh ooh you're never coming back You're never coming back You're never coming back again no no You're going out on your own You're never coming back You're never coming back again oh no You're going out on your own Ooh ooh I got a rocket Ooh ooh you're going on it Ooh ooh you're never coming back Ooh ooh I got a rocket Ooh ooh you're going on it Ooh ooh you're never coming back (You're never coming back) 5-4-3-2-1 We have lift off
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Written by: ALISON ELIZABETH GOLDFRAPP, WILLIAM OWEN GREGORY
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"Rocket" is a song by "Goldfrapp," the English electronic music duo composed of Alison Goldfrapp and Will Gregory. The group is named after lead vocalist Alison Goldfrapp.
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Album Information"Rocket" is from their 5th studio album "Head First" which was released in March 2010 and marked a return to synth-pop sound.
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Songwriting and Production"Goldfrapp" duo members, Alison Goldfrapp and Will Gregory, are credited with writing and producing the song.
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Chart Performance"Rocket" debuted on the UK Singles Chart at number 47. It peaked at the number 47 position.
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Genre & StyleThe song is characterized as a synth-pop tune with an 80s dance-pop vibe, showcasing the influence of bands like ELO and ABBA.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics of "Rocket," vocalize a desire to get rid of a past lover and the bitterness that comes after a split.
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Music VideoThe song's music video, directed by Kim Gehrig, portrays Alison Goldfrapp driving a Big Rig with a tied up astronaut in the driver's seat.
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Critical Reception"Rocket" received positive reviews from most music critics, many praised its '80s-inspired vibes and infectious chorus. NME called it 'a stonker of a tune.'
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Grammy NominationAlthough "Rocket" itself didn't receive a Grammy nod, it's parent album "Head First" was nominated for Best Electronic/Dance Album at the 53rd Grammy Awards.
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Live Performances"Rocket" has been performed live at several Goldfrapp concerts and festivals, showcasing Alison Goldfrapp's dynamic performance abilities.
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