I Always Wanna Die (Sometimes)

The 1975

About I Always Wanna Die (Sometimes)

"I Always Wanna Die (Sometimes)" is a song by British indie rock band, The 1975. The track is the fifteenth and final song on their third studio album, A Brief Inquiry into Online Relationships. The song has been described for having a heavy Britpop influence, particularly of Oasis, The Goo Goo Dolls, The Verve, and The Charlatans. Despite not being a single off the album, the song peaked at number 31 on the Billboard Hot Rock Songs and number 16 on the New Zealand Top 40. The song also reached 67 in Ireland and 70 in their native United Kingdom.  


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2018
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I bet you thought your life would change
But you're sat on a train again
Your memories are sceneries
For things you said but never really meant
You build it too high to say goodbye
Because you're not the same as them
But your death, it won't happen to you
It happens to your family and your friends, I pretend

And I always wanna die sometimes
I always wanna die sometimes

You win, you lose, you sing the blues
There's no point in buying concrete shoes, I refuse

And I always wanna die sometimes
I always wanna die sometimes
I always wanna die

When I'm me through geography
A face collapsed through entropy
I can hardly speak
And when I try, it's nothing but a squeak
On the video, living room for small
If you can't survive just try

And I always wanna die sometimes
I always wanna die
Always wanna die
Always wanna die
Always wanna die
And I always wanna die
Always wanna die
Always wanna die sometimes
Sometimes
Sometimes
Sometimes
I sometimes always wanna die
Always wanna die
Always wanna die
Always wanna
Sometimes

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The 1975

The 1975 are an English pop rock band originating from Manchester. The band consists of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Matthew "Matty" Healy, lead guitarist Adam Hann, bassist Ross MacDonald, and drummer George Daniel.The band's origins trace to them attending Wilmslow High School in Cheshire and playing together as teenagers in 2002. Gigs organised by a council worker led the band to formally sign as the 1975. Their choice of name was inspired by a Jack Kerouac beat poetry book. They eventually signed a record deal after their success with Dirty Hit and Polydor Records. Following the release of four EPs, their self-titled debut album was released on 2 September 2013, topping the UK Albums Chart on 8 September 2013. Their second album I Like It When You S… more »

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Written by: Adam Brian Thomas Hann, George Bedford Daniel, Matthew Timothy Healy, Ross Stewart MacDonald

Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Song History
"I Always Wanna Die (Sometimes)" is a song by The 1975, an English rock band from Manchester. The track is the closing song on their third studio album, "A Brief Inquiry into Online Relationships".
Impact
It is hailed as an anthem of millennial anguish, addressing mental health and the desire to escape from life's hardships, yet it effectively delivers a message of resilience and hope.
Songwriting
The song was co-written by the band's lead vocalist Matty Healy and drummer George Daniel. Healy has openly talked about his struggles with mental health and substance abuse, which strongly influence the band’s songs.
Musical Style
The song stands out as it employs a grunge-pop style, reminiscent of 90s rock bands, yet it remains true to the band's pop roots.
Peformance
Although the song was not released as an official single, it has become a fan-favorite during live performances and is one of the band's most-streamed non-single tracks on platforms such as Spotify.
Critical Reception
Many critics have praised this song for its honest lyrics and relatable message. The song has even been hailed as a possible successor to the iconic track "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen due to its epic, opera-like structure and emotional depth.
Song Interpretation
There is some debate among fans regarding the interpretation of the song. While its title appears to advocate pessimism, the band has stated that the song is meant to present a more hopeful message, with Healy himself calling it a "beautiful conclusion to an album’s worth of despair".
Production Notes
The orchestral arrangement in "I Always Wanna Die (Sometimes)" was performed by the London Community Gospel Choir, adding depth to the overall production.
Use in Media
The band released a lyric video for the song on YouTube, which gathered over 1 million views, showcasing the popularity and reach of the track.
Album Success
This song contributed to the overall success of "A Brief Inquiry into Online Relationships", which debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and was nominated for the Mercury Prize.

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