Your Ex-Lover Is Dead
Stars
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Song Origin"Your Ex-Lover Is Dead" is a single track by Canadian indie pop band Stars, featured in their third studio album, "Set Yourself on Fire."
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Album ReleaseThe album "Set Yourself on Fire" was released on September 14, 2004 in which the track "Your Ex-Lover Is Dead" made its debut.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its ethereal and nostalgic tone, "Your Ex-Lover Is Dead" did not chart on any major music lists. However, it gained substantial attention in indie and alternative music circles.
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Genre ClassificationThe song is universally classified under the genre Indie Pop and Baroque Pop, known for its airy synthesizers, mellow vocals, and orchestral instrumentation.
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Music VideoAlthough not having an official music video, a fan-made video on YouTube has drawn significant attention and views.
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Band MembersThe main vocals in "Your Ex-Lover Is Dead" were performed by Stars band members Torquil Campbell and Amy Millan.
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Lyrics ThemeThe song is a reflective piece about former lovers meeting by chance, having moved on from their past relationship, exemplifying themes of change, growth, and acceptance.
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Song RecognitionDespite its lack of mainstream chart success, "Your Ex-Lover Is Dead" has been recognized by fans and critics alike as one of Stars' best works.
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Song Usage"Your Ex-Lover Is Dead" has been utilized in several media outlets, such as the television show "The Vampire Diaries," amplifying its emotional content and broadening its audience reach.
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ReceptionThe song often receives praise for its haunting and evocative storytelling, along with its beautiful orchestration and harmony. It has become a signature piece for the band.
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ArtworkThe album artwork for "Set Yourself on Fire," where "Your Ex-Lover Is Dead" is included, features a simple illustration of a person engulfed in flames, further emphasizing the album's themes of passion, love, and self-destruction.
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RecordingThe album "Set Yourself on Fire," including the "Your Ex-Lover Is Dead" track, was released under the label "Arts & Crafts," a Toronto-based independent artist services company.
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