Sugar
Ladytron
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If i give you sugar, will you give me Something elusive and tempory If i give you sugar, will you give me Something elusive and tempory We got a signal to leave you alone We'll try to leave you We'll try to find you If i give you sugar, will you give me Something elusive and tempory If i give you sugar, will you give me Something elusive and tempory If i give you sugar, will you give me Something elusive and tempory We got a signal to leave you alone We'll try to leave you We'll try to find you If i give you sugar, will you give me Something elusive and tempory If i give you sugar, will you give me Something elusive and tempory If i give you sugar, will you give me Something elusive and tempory We got a signal to leave you alone We'll try to leave you We'll try to find you If i give you sugar, will you give me Something elusive and tempory
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Written by: SHANTI PHOEBE HUNT, STEPHANIE HUNT, JAZZ LYNN MILLS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Sugar" by Ladytron belongs to the genre of synthpop and new wave music. This genre is characterized by its use of synthesizers, drum machines, and sequencers. It rose to popularity in the late 70s and early 80s.
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Album IdentificationThis song is from the album "Witching Hour" which was released in 2005. The album marks a monumental shift in Ladytron’s sound, incorporating more guitars and a darker atmosphere compared to their previous electro-pop sound.
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Chart Performance"Sugar" was a commercial success in the UK. It peaked at number 45 on the UK Singles Chart in August 2005, becoming the band’s third top fifty single in the UK after "Seventeen" and "Evil."
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Video ConceptThe music video for "Sugar" is distinguished by its striking visuals and dark tone. Directed by the acclaimed film and music video director, Michael Baldwin, it features a sinister doctor giving the band members various mysterious treatments.
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Release TypeThe song was released as a Double-A side single along with "Fighting in Built Up Areas." Double-A side singles are a relatively rare phenomenon in music, denoting two primary tracks rather than one primary track and one or more B-side tracks.
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Remix Editions"Sugar" has been the subject of numerous remixes by notable artists such as Jagz Kooner, who has also worked with bands like Primal Scream and Kasabian.
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Critical Reception"Sugar" received widespread praise from music critics for its compelling lyrics and haunting melody, often referenced as one of the standout tracks on the "Witching Hour" album.
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Band MembersThe "Sugar" song performance includes vocals from Helen Marnie and Mira Aroyo. The rest of Ladytron includes Reuben Wu and Daniel Hunt who handle the synthesisers, guitars, and other instruments.
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Lyrics ContentLyrically, "Sugar" represents a metaphor for something devastating yet addictive, blurring lines between affection and affliction which is a recurring theme in Ladytron's songs.
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Radio EditAs is the case with many songs of significant length, "Sugar" did receive a radio edit which shortened the song from its original duration. Notably, this version saw increased airplay on electronic/dance radio stations in the UK.
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