Lipstick and Bruises

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About Lipstick and Bruises

"Lipstick and Bruises" is a song by the American alternative rock band Lit, released in 2001. The song was featured on their third album Atomic. The song was also featured in a 2001 movie Out Cold and the following year on the movie Crossroads. The song peaked at number 10. on the Billboard's Modern Rock chart making it the most successful single on the album.


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2001
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Lit

Lit is an alternative rock band, based in Fullerton, California. They released several singles in the late 1990s and early 2000s including their No. 1 hit "My Own Worst Enemy", "Miserable", "Zip-Lock", "Over My Head", "Lipstick and Bruises", "Addicted", "Looks Like They Were Right", and "Times Like This". more »

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Album Release
"Lipstick and Bruises" is a song by the rock band Lit from their 2001 album, Atomic.
Chart Performance
The song performed well on the charts, reaching number 16 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
Music Video
The music video for "Lipstick and Bruises" was directed by Bill Fishman, who has also directed videos for other famous artists such as Ramones and Good Charlotte.
Genre
The song is often classified as post-grunge and alternative rock, showcasing the typical 2000s rock sound.
Featured in Video Games
"Lipstick and Bruises" was featured in the soundtrack of the EA Sports video game NHL 2002, expanding its audience to gamers who may not have heard the song otherwise.
Written by Lit Band Members
The song was written by all four members of Lit - A. Jay Popoff, Jeremy Popoff, Kevin Baldes, and Allen Shellenberger.
Band’s Lineup
This was one of the last songs recorded with the original Lit lineup, before drummer Allen Shellenberger was diagnosed with brain cancer and passed away in 2009.
Critical Reception
The song received positive reviews from critics, who praised its catchy chorus and energetic guitar riffs.
About the Song
The song's lyrics are allegedly about navigating the ups and downs of life - with both the good (the lipstick) and the bad (the bruises) moments.
Performance Style
During live performances, "Lipstick and Bruises" is known for its high energy level and typically prompts a positive response from the audience.

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