The Irish Keep Gate-Crashing
The Thrills
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If I could learn to love you Could you learn to love me? Lust will only get us so far now If I could learn to love you Could you learn to love me? Lust will only get us so far now, alright Lust, Top 40 fame I can smell your Catholic shame It goes on and on and on and on and on Oh my darlin' It goes on and on and on and on and on Oh my darlin' The fashion police chasing The Irish keep gate-crashing Lust will only get us so far now If I could learn to love you Would you learn to love me? Lust will only get us so far now, alright I finally shed my puppy fat No kids, there's no encore tonight It goes on and on and on and on and on Oh my darlin' It goes on and on and on and on and on Oh my darlin' It goes on and on and on and on and on It goes on and on and on and on and on Oh my darlin' It goes on and on and on and on and on Oh my darlin'
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Written by: BEN CARRIGAN, CONOR DEASY, DANIEL PATRICK RYAN, KEVIN HORAN, PADRAIC GARRETT MCMAHON
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"The Irish Keep Gate-Crashing" is a song performed by The Thrills, an Irish indie/rock band formed in Dublin in 2001. This group is comprised of five members who all attended the same high school in Dublin.
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Album ReleaseThis track is from their third studio album, "Teenager," which was released on July 22, 2007. The album marked a departure from the band's earlier sun-drenched pop sound, incorporating a more melancholic, somber tone.
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SongwritersLike most of the band's songs, "The Irish Keep Gate-Crashing" was written by the lead vocalist Conor Deasy, who also plays the harmonica and guitar in the band. His bandmates – guitarist Daniel Ryan, bassist Padraic McMahon, keyboard player Kevin Horan, and drummer Ben Carrigan – are also credited as songwriters.
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Song ThemeThe track, like many songs on the "Teenager" album, revolves around the theme of reminiscing about one's youth. The lyrics depict emotional experiences and the challenges faced during adolescence.
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Unofficial National Anthem"The Irish Keep Gate-Crashing" has been humorously referred to as the "unofficial Irish national anthem for emigrants," capturing the longing for home so often experienced by Irish citizens living abroad.
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Critical ReceptionWhile "Teenager" as an album received mixed reviews, "The Irish Keep Gate-Crashing" was generally favored by critics for its earnest, emotive lyrics and relatable narrative.
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Concert Staple"The Irish Keep Gate-Crashing" became one of the standard encore songs for The Thrills during their live performances. The degree of audience participation, singing along during concerts, reflected the track's popularity among fans.
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Band BreakupUnfortunately, The Thrills disbanded in 2008, following the mixed reception of the "Teenager" album. While no official break-up announcement was made, the band members moved onto separate projects, leaving "The Irish Keep Gate-Crashing" as one of their last released tracks.
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Cultural ImpactDespite the brief career of The Thrills, songs like "The Irish Keep Gate-Crashing" had a big impact on the Irish music scene of the 2000s, contributing to the popularisation of indie/rock bands in Ireland.
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Limited AvailabilityUnfortunately, for fans hoping to listen to "The Irish Keep Gate-Crashing" on popular streaming platforms like Spotify, it's sadly unavailable. The band's breakdown in 2008 has caused a hurdle in availability and compatibility with modern music services.
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