The Beautiful Occupation
Travis
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Don't just stand there watching it happening I can't stand it Don't feel it Something's telling me Don't want to go out this way But have a nice day Then read it in the headlines Watch it on the TV Put it in the background Stick it in the bag Stick it in the bag For the beautiful occupation The beautiful occupation You don't need an invitation To drop in upon a nation I'm too cynical I'm just sitting here I'm just wasting my time Half a million civillians gonna die today But look the wrong way Then read it in the headlines Watch it on the TV Put it in the background Stick it in the bag Stick it in the bag For the beautiful occupation The beautiful occupation You don't need an invitation To drop in upon a nation Don't just stand there watching it happening I can't stand it Don't feel it Something telling me Don't want to go out this way But have a nice day Then read it in the headlines Watch it on the TV Put it in the background Stick in the bag Stick in the bag For the beautiful occupation The beautiful occupation Don't need an invitation To drop in upon a nation The beautiful occupation The beautiful occupation So much for an intervention Don't call the united nations
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Written by: FRANCIS HEALY
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15 facts about this song
Song Origins"The Beautiful Occupation" is a song by the Scottish band, Travis.
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Album InclusionIt was included as a track on their 2003 album "12 Memories."
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InspirationIt was inspired by the invasion of Iraq in 2003 by the western coalition.
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Chart PerformanceWhile not one of Travis's highest-charting songs, it still reached number 48 on the UK Singles Chart.
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CriticismThis track received criticism from some listeners due to its perceived political stance.
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Music VideoThe music video for this song was directed by Anton Corbijn, a respected music video director and photographer from the Netherlands.
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Marketing"The Beautiful Occupation" was released as the second single from "12 Memories" and was promoted with a video and live performances.
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Song ThemeThe song is a protest against war and occupation, showcasing Travis's more serious and politically inclined songwriting.
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Band MembersMembers of Travis, who performed on this track, included Fran Healy, Dougie Payne, Andy Dunlop, and Neil Primrose.
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Artistic DirectionContrary to the typical melodic rock style of the band, "The Beautiful Occupation" leans more towards alternative rock.
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Limited EditionUpon release, a limited-edition 7-inch vinyl single of "The Beautiful Occupation" was also produced.
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Special AppearanceThe song was included in the soundtrack for the 2004 film, "Wicker Park."
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Charitable EffortThe profits from the single were donated to the charity, War Child. It was a thoughtful message from the band about their stance on the war and support for children affected by it.
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ReceptionDespite its political stance, the song was generally well-received by critics for its melody and lyrical content.
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Live PerformancesTravis included "The Beautiful Occupation" in their set list for several of their tours in the mid-2000s.
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