Family Tree
Kings of Leon
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I tell you now that I don't understand Why everybody gives a big hi-damn Oh where I'm going to Don't mean a thing to you I see you sitting in your masquerade I'd love to pour you some of my lemonade And get it off alright We're caught in an early night I know you hate me so, but I ain't gonna go I'm staying here all right I am your family tree I know your A to Z This is a secret proposition lay your hands on me Not gonna talk about darlin', its so neighborly I see your hands are shaking but My heart is breaking me down Its a pretty day and I'm gonna get alright I lost my head and you ain't nowhere in sight I see you got it all wrong I got no calls on my phone I just keep holding out, until I find a doubt That you ain't coming home I am your family tree I know your A to Z This is a secret proposition lay your hands on me Not gonna talk about darlin', its so neighborly I see your hands are shaking but My heart is breaking me down I am your family tree I know your A to Z This is a secret proposition lay your hands on me I am your family tree I know your A to Z I got a secret proposition lay your hands on me I am your family tree I know your A to Z This is a secret proposition lay your hands on me Not gonna talk about darlin', its so neighborly I see your hands are shaking but My heart is breaking me down I see your hands are shaking but My heart is breaking me down
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Written by: CALEB FOLLOWILL, JARED FOLLOWILL, MATTHEW FOLLOWILL, NATHAN FOLLOWILL
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15 facts about this song
Band FormationThe Kings of Leon band, which performs the song "Family Tree", was formed by three Followill brothers – Nathan, Caleb, and Jared, along with their cousin Matthew Followill.
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Album Release"Family Tree" is a song from Kings of Leon's sixth studio album, "Mechanical Bull", which was released in September 2013.
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GenreThe genre of the song "Family Tree" is Southern Rock, fitted with elements of blues and garage rock.
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Single Release"Family Tree" was released as the third single from the "Mechanical Bull" album in 2014.
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PerformanceThe song "Family Tree" is loved for its catchy guitar riff and Caleb Followill's raspy voice, which adds a unique texture to it.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its popularity with fans, "Family Tree" did not chart in many countries, but the album overall was a great success.
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ProductionThe "Mechanical Bull" album, which features "Family Tree", was produced by Angelo Petraglia. He has been a long-time collaborator with Kings of Leon.
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InspirationThe song "Family Tree" is said to be inspired by the band's core dynamic, being that they are a family.
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Live PerformancesKings of Leon performed "Family Tree" live at many of their concerts during the 'Mechanical Bull' tour, showing the energy and sound of the band's earlier work.
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Lyrics"Family Tree" is known for its loud and raucous sound accompanied by lyrics that tell a story, a signature style of Kings Of Leon.
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ReceptionThough it wasn't a chart-topping hit, "Family Tree" was received favorably by fans and critics alike, praising its vintage sound that harkens back to the band's roots.
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YouTubeThe song "Family Tree" doesn’t have an official video on the Kings of Leon's YouTube channel, but the audio version has still gained over a million listens.
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Exploration"Family Tree" is noted for the fact that the band was able to explore and experiment with their sound within the track.
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RelevanceThe song title, "Family Tree" is a metaphorical representation of the closely-knitted relationship among the band members, who are all from the same family.
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ArtworkThe artwork for the "Mechanical Bull" album features an old car with a bull skull, which represents the vintage, southern rock vibe of the song "Family Tree".
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