Uptight Downtown
La Roux
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Streets are lined with people People who want to move, move, move How could all these people have so much to prove, prove, prove Oh I can only ask myself Oh where are you all going And won't you take me with you to Where all the sirens are blaring Uptight downtown I'll prove that's how to make the ground And now I know the temperature is rising, is rising Uptight downtown I'll prove that's how to make the ground And now I know the temperature is rising, is rising Streets are lined with people With nothing else to lose, lose, lose When did all these people decide to change their shoes, shoes, shoes Oh I can only ask myself Oh where are you all going And won't you take me with you to Where all the sirens are blaring Uptight downtown I'll prove that's how to make the ground And now I know the temperature is rising, is rising Uptight downtown I'll prove that's how to make the ground And now I know the temperature is rising, is rising Uptight Uptight Uptight Uptight Uptight Uptight Uptight downtown Uptight downtown Uptight downtown Uptight downtown Why are we fighting I don't understand Oh but the temperature is rising tonight
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Written by: ELLY JACKSON, BEN LANGMAID, IAN SHERWIN
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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21 facts about this song
Artist"Uptight Downtown" is a song by English synthpop artist Elly Jackson, commonly known by her stage name, La Roux.
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Album AppearanceThe song was included in La Roux's second studio album, "Trouble in Paradise", which was released in July 2014.
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InspirationLa Roux stated that the song was inspired by the 2011 London riots which had a significant impact on her.
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GenreThis track reflects the 80's funk-disco genre, which is a signature style of La Roux.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, the song made it into the UK Singles Chart and peaked at number 61.
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Digital Release"Uptight Downtown" was released digitally in the US on 3 June 2014.
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Radio DebutThe song made its radio debut on BBC Radio 1 on 27 May 2014.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Uptight Downtown" was directed by Oliver Hadlee Pearch and it was released on YouTube on 18 June 2014.
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CollaborationFor the making of this track, La Roux collaborated with well-known songwriter and record producer, Ian Sherwin.
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Live PerformancesLa Roux has performed "Uptight Downtown" live at several music festivals and concerts including the 2014 Glastonbury Festival.
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Song Composition"Uptight Downtown" blends the styles of '80s pop music with modern synth-pop, demonstrating La Roux's unique take on contemporary electronic music.
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Inspiring EventThe song was inspired by the London Riots in 2011, with lead singer Elly Jackson finding a sense of inspiration in the chaos.
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Singer's SentimentElly Jackson is quoted as saying the song was written as a way to 'make something positive out of the riots', turning a negative situation into an artful musical creation.
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Album Inclusion"Uptight Downtown" is a track on La Roux's second studio album, "Trouble in Paradise," released in 2014, five years after their eponymous debut album was released in 2009.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received mostly positive reviews from music critics, with many praising its catchiness and Jackson's unique vocal performances.
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Creative ProcessElly Jackson stated she found the song difficult to compose, describing it as one of the hardest on the "Trouble in Paradise" album due to its challenging production needs.
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Music VideoThe music video, directed by Oliver Hadlee Pearch, showcases the juxtaposition of rich and poor, drawing inspirations from the contrasting scenarios of chaos and celebration.
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Promotion"Uptight Downtown" was performed on multiple television shows as part of the promotional tour for "Trouble in Paradise", helping to expand its recognition and popularity.
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First SinglesThe song was one of the first singles to be released from the "Trouble in Paradise" album, showcasing a new musical direction for La Roux away from the sound of their debut album.
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Chart PerformanceThough it did not match the chart success of some of La Roux's earlier hits, "Uptight Downtown" did manage to gain significant airplay and commercial endorsements.
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Public ReactionThe song's theme about social unrest resonated with many listeners and sparked discussions about wealth disparity and societal tensions.
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