Jude Law and a Semester Abroad

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About Jude Law and a Semester Abroad

"Jude Law and a Semester Abroad" is a single by Brand New. It was released as the first and only single from their debut album, Your Favorite Weapon, first in the United States on November 11, 2002, before being released in the United Kingdom on June 2, 2003. Songwriter Jesse Lacey described the track as being "about an ex-girlfriend who turned me on to Jude Law and that whole English thing". The artwork for the single is a photograph by Mike Dubin of the band performing live on Long Island.  


Year:
2001
3:40
212 
#3

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Whatever poisons in this bottle 
will leave me broken sore and stiff 
When it's the genie at the bottom who I'm sucking at, 
he owes me one last wish 
So here's a present to let you know I still exist 
I hope the next boy that you kiss has something terribly contagious on his lips 

But I got a plan (I got a plan) 
To drink for forty days and forty nights 
A sip for every second-hand tick 
And every time you fed the line, 
“you mean so much to me” 
I'm without you 

Tell all the English boys you meet 
about the American boy back in the states 
The American boy you used to date 
who would do anything you say 
Tell all the English boys you meet 
about the American boy back in the states 
The American boy you used to date 
who would do anything you say 

And even if her plane crashes tonight 
she'll find some way to disappoint me, 
by not burning in the wreckage, 
or drowning at the bottom of the sea 
Jess, I still taste you, and thus reserve my right to hate you 
And all this empty space that you create 
does nothing for my flawless sense of style 
It's 8:45(it's 8:45), the weather is getting better by the hour(rains all the time) 
I hope it rains there all the time 
And if you ever said you miss me then don't say you never lied 
I'm without you 

Tell all the English boys you meet 
about the American boy back in the states 
The American boy you used to date 
who would do anything you say 
Tell all the English boys you meet 
about the American boy back in the states 
The American boy you used to date 
who would do anything you say, 
who would do anything you say 

Never gonna get it right, you're never gonna get it(15x) 

O.k no more songs about you. After this one I am done. You're gone.[repeat until end] 

Tell all the English boys you meet 
about the American boy back in the states 
The American boy you used to date 
who would do anything you say 
Tell all the English boys you meet 
about the American boy back in the states 
The American boy you used to date 
who would do anything you say

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Brand New

Brand New is an American rock band from Long Island, New York. Formed in 2000, the band consists of Jesse Lacey, Vincent Accardi, Garrett Tierney, and Brian Lane; they are joined by Benjamin Homola and Kevin Devine for their live performances. more »

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Written by: BRIAN LANE, GARRETT TIERNEY, JESSE LACEY, VINCENT ACCARDI

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Jude Law and a Semester Abroad" is a song by Brand New, an American rock band from Long Island, New York. The band was formed in 2000 and includes members Jesse Lacey, Vincent Accardi, Garrett Tierney, and Brian Lane.
Album Information
This song was part of their debut album "Your Favorite Weapon," released in 2001. The album was well received and led to the band's initial success.
Song's Genesis
The song's title, "Jude Law and a Semester Abroad," has ignited curiosity among fans. It reflects the band's penchant for quirky, intriguing song titles that might seem unrelated to the song's content.
Lyric Detailing
The song describes the frustration of a long-distance relationship. The narrator seems to be venting his disappointment and resentment towards his significant other who is far away, possibly for a semester abroad.
Song Reception
This song quickly became a fan favorite and is often considered one of Brand New's classics. The raw, emotional delivery and relatable themes resonated with listeners, leading to its popularity.
Live Performance
"Jude Law and a Semester Abroad" is one of the band's frequently performed songs during their live shows. Fans often sing along passionately to the chorus, making it a memorable part of the band's concerts.
Musical Style
The song showcases Brand New's early sound, which is a mix of punk-pop and emo. It includes heavy guitar riffs, intense drum beats, and emotionally charged lyrics – elements that have come to define the band's style.
Lyrical Reference
The lyric "Even if her plane crashes tonight she'll find some way to disappoint me" is considered a metaphor showing the extreme level of frustration and disappointment conveyed by the narrator.
Influence
Despite its seemingly specific and personal lyrical content, many fans have found the song's themes to be universal, relating it to their personal experiences. Thus, it has influenced a number of younger bands and artists in the genre.
Unconventional Title
Despite the enigmatic title, there are no references to the British actor Jude Law in the song's lyrics. The title is considered part of Brand New's characteristic whimsical and cryptic song naming style.

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