It's Not Living (If It's Not with You)

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"It's Not Living (If It's Not with You)" is a song by English rock band The 1975. It was released on 18 October 2018 through Dirty Hit and Polydor Records as the fifth single from the band's third studio album, A Brief Inquiry into Online Relationships (2018). It was written by all the members of The 1975 and was produced by lead vocalist Matthew Healy and drummer George Daniel. The track is a Britpop song which features synthesizers, guitars and a backing choir. Having premiered on Annie Mac's BBC Radio 1 show as the Hottest Record, the track was well received by music critics and was featured on several year-end lists. A music video largely inspired by the Talking Heads' concert film Stop Making Sense was premiered on YouTube on 3 December 2018. The band performed the song in the BBC Live Lounge in November of that year. 


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Danny ran into some complications
He falls asleep during conversations
He's gotta search the street when he's on vacation
The worst thing is that I'm in the same situation

And all I do is sit and think about you
If I knew what you'd do
Collapse my veins wearing beautiful shoes
It's not living if it's not with you

And Danny says we're living in a simulation
But he works in a petrol station (selling petrol)
He says it all began with his operation
And I know you think you're sly but you need some imagination

And all I do is sit and think about you
If I knew what you'd do
Collapse my veins wearing beautiful shoes
It's not living if it's not with you
All I do is sit and drink without you
If I choose then I lose
Distract my brain from the terrible news
It's not living if it's not with you

I can't stop sweating or control my feet
Got a twenty-stone monkey that I just can't beat
I can stage a situation, but I just can't eat
And there's a feeling, you're replacin' embracin'

It's true that
All I do is sit and think about you
If I knew what you'd do
Collapse my veins
Wearing beautiful shoes
It's not living if it's not with you
All I do is sit and drink without you
If I choose then I lose
Distract my brain from the terrible news
It's not living if it's not with you

Oh, I'll try to get a job in a bank, I think
Danny spent time trying to pack in the drinks for me
I feel sick and I know I can't lose but
It's not living if it's not with you
It's not living if it's not with you, it's not, it's not
It's not, it's not, It's not living if it's not with you
It's not living if it's not with you, it's not, it's not
It's not, it's not, it's not, it's not
It's not living if it's not with you
It's not, it's not
It's not, it's not
It's not living if it's not with you

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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

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"It's Not Living (If It's Not with You)" was officially released as a single on October 18, 2018, as part of The 1975's third studio album, "A Brief Inquiry into Online Relationships".
Chart Performance
The song reached the top of Billboard's Adult Alternative Songs chart in the United States, marking the band's first number one on the chart.
Songwriting
The song was written by all four members of The 1975 - Matthew Healy, Adam Hann, George Daniel, and Ross MacDonald.
Music video details
The surrealistic music video for "It's Not Living (If It's Not with You)" was directed by Warren Fu. The video, which features Healy experiencing 'Groundhog Day'-like occurrences, is full of nods to David Lynch and Stanley Kubrick.
Controversial Theme
The song gained attention for its candid depiction of heroin addiction, referring to frontman Matty Healy's personal experience. He described the song as "the big heroin one" in an interview.
Expanded Edition
A special version of the song, “It’s Not Living If It’s Not With You - Spotify Singles", was featured in the 'Spotify Singles' album in January 2020.
Lyrical Importance
According to Healy, this song was the most difficult to write lyrically. He channeled his feelings and experiences with addiction into the lyrics, making it one of the most personal songs on the album.
Creative Influence
Healy has cited The Cure, a British rock band known for its melancholic and romantic themes, as one of the inspirations behind "It's Not Living (If It's Not With You)".
Crossover with other song
At one point, lyrics reference "Danny ran into some complications", which is shared with another The 1975 song "Give Yourself a Try", thus creating a crossover between the two songs.
Critical Reception
The song was generally favorably received by music critics. NME praised it as the best track on the album and appreciated its catchy riff and Healy's bold lyrics.

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