Chloroform
Phoenix
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I don't always tell the truth They don't mind it if you're tall where I'm from Anyone I find intrusive You won't bother if you choose me I don't only think of you Eyes can tell I'm insecure; chloroform I would rather stand if you stay Why would I lie to you? My love, my love, my love, my love is, My love, my love, my love is, My love, my love, my love, my love is, Cruel Buckle up, we'll chase each other It's not a lot it's just enough to matter Anyway you want the truth is I will marry you on Tuesday I don't always tell the truth If you want it you could lose, don't bother I don't like it if you miss me Why would I long for you? My love, my love, my love, my love is, My love, my love, my love is, My love, my love, my love, my love is, Cruel My love, my love, my love, my love is, My love, my love, my love is, My love, my love, my love, my love is, Cruel Would I long for you? Is it up to you? Is it up to you? Ah ah ah ah
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Written by: CHRISTIAN MAZZALAI, FREDERIC MOULIN, LAURENT MAZZALAI, THOMAS CROQUET
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Album Classification"Chloroform" is a song from the French band Phoenix's fifth studio album, "Bankrupt!" which was released in 2013.
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Celebrity DirectionNotably, the music video for "Chloroform" was directed by filmmaker Sofia Coppola, who is married to Phoenix's lead singer, Thomas Mars.
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Lyrical MeaningThe song's lyrics metaphorically talk about the difficulties of feeling disillusioned and trapped in a damaging relationship. It notably does not refer to the chemical compound with the same name.
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Critics' OpinionsCritics have praised "Chloroform" for its unique and atmospheric fusion of synth-pop and indie rock. They often highlight the song's emotive lyrics and the band's faultless musicality.
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Chart PerformanceWhile "Chloroform" was not released as a single and thus didn't chart, its parent album "Bankrupt!" peaked at number 4 on the Billboard 200 Chart in the United States.
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Album ThemeThe song "Chloroform" was part of the overall theme of "Bankrupt!" that dealt with the concept of glamour, wealth, and the emptiness often felt in pursuit of such superficial aims.
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Artistic CollaborationActress and director Sofia Coppola, who directed the music video for "Chloroform", also directed the band's special live performance of the full "Bankrupt!" album.
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Live Performance"Chloroform" has been included in the band's set lists for multiple tours, receiving a positive response from fans for its live rendition.
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Musical CharacteristicsThe song features lush synthesizers, layered vocals, and a catchy mid-tempo beat, elements that have become identified with Phoenix's signature sound.
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Song ReviewRolling Stone magazine described "Chloroform" as an "enigmatic, moody ballad" that demonstrated Phoenix's skillful blend of infectious pop and depth.
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InfluencesPhoenix has often cited the French pop movement 'Yé-yé' as an influential factor in their music. Cultural allusions and an undercurrent of melancholy, like in "Chloroform", are often associated with this movement.
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