Jerks of Attention
Jebediah
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There is no pain My body's drained I never should have had that fourth slice straight We gathered round The lost and found But my jerks of attention let me down I took the first one And I pulled it back And what was once green Had all turned black Had all turned black And there was nothing left to say I'm ten foot tall the worlds so small I know it all when I'm wasted And what you see inside of me Has been set free when I'm wasted Wasted I'm getting there My constant stare And I don't think I'll move from this chair We've got them both Archers of Loaf And the Stone Roses in the stereo I took the first one And I pulled it back And what was once green Had all turned black Had all turned black And there was nothing left to say I'm ten foot tall the worlds so small I know it all when I'm wasted And what you see inside of me Has been set free when I'm wasted Wasted I'm ten foot tall the worlds so small I know it all when I'm wasted And what you see inside of me Has been set free when I'm wasted Wasted Wasted, wasted Wasted, wasted And I don't want to be straight Don't want to be straight And I don't want to be wasted, wasted, wasted Down!
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Written by: DAYMOND, MITCHELL, THORNTON
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27 facts about this song
Band History"Jerks of Attention" was released by Jebediah, an alternative rock band from Perth, Western Australia. The band was formed in 1994 and is still active to date.
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Debut Single"Jerks of Attention" is the debut single of Jebediah. Released in 1996, it marked the band's commercial breakthrough and set their career in motion.
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Chart SuccessDespite being a debut single, "Jerks of Attention" managed to reach number ten on the Australian Alternative Rock Charts which was a significant achievement for an emerging band like Jebediah.
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Album RecognitionThe single was a part of the band's first album called "Slightly Odway" which went on to achieve twice Platinum certification in Australia.
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Band MembersThe band consists of four members, Kevin Mitchell (vocals/guitar), Brett Mitchell (drums), Vanessa Thornton (bass) and Chris Daymond (lead guitar). Their collaborative effort resulted in the unique sound of "Jerks of Attention".
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LyricsThe song's lyrics are a critique of the fame-celebrity culture. It explores the tension between craving attention and maintaining integrity.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Jerks of Attention" features the band members performing in a roller skating rink intercut with scenes in a bowling alley. The visuals, full of energy and dynamism, reflect the youthful ethos of the song and the band.
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GenreJebediah is known for its distinctive rock and punk style that is showcased in "Jerks of Attention". The tune is packed with a high energy vibe, driving guitars, and anthemic chorus.
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Song LengthThe duration of the song "Jerks of Attention" is approximately 4 minutes and 30 seconds.
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Live Performances"Jerks of Attention" is a fan-favorite in live gigs and has been a mainstay in the band's set lists over the years.
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The band's FrontmanApart from being the frontperson for Jebediah, Kevin Mitchell has a successful solo career under the pseudonym Bob Evans. Despite his solo career, he continues to perform "Jerks of Attention" with the band members.
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Fan Base"Jerks of Attention", over the years, has attracted a cult following. Its lyrics and dynamic yet raw instrumentals resonate with many fans, thereby establishing it as an essential song in the rock music landscape of Australia.
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Genre Classification"Jerks of Attention" is a popular alternative rock song.
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Release DateThe song was originally released in January, 1997.
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Debut Single"Jerks of Attention” is the debut single of the Australian alternative rock band Jebediah.
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Chart PerformanceThe song’s chart performance was impressive, landing on the 92nd spot of the Triple J Hottest 100 in 1997.
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Band MembersThe band, Jebediah, performing the song includes Kevin Mitchell on vocals and guitar, Vanessa Thornton on bass, Brett Mitchell on drums, and Chris Daymond on lead guitar.
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Album"Jerks of Attention" is part of the band's debut album, "Slightly Odway," released in September 1997.
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Song LengthThe complete duration of the song is 3 minutes and 43 seconds.
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LyricsThe lyrics to "Jerks of Attention" were written by the band’s lead vocalist, Kevin Mitchell.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Jerks of Attention" is notable for its energetic performance snippets and the band's youthful spirit.
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Record LabelThe song was released under the record label, Murmur.
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Pop CultureThe song, and by extension the band Jebediah, is considered a definitive part of late '90s Australian alternative rock scene.
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AwardsThough "Jerks of Attention" did not win any awards, the album "Slightly Odway" achieved double platinum status.
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YouTube ViewsAs of 2021, the official music video of the song on YouTube has over 270,000 views.
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Live PerformancesEven after decades, "Jerks of Attention" continues to be a staple as part of Jebediah's live concert setlists.
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ProductionThe song was produced by Neill King, who has worked with other popular bands such as Green Day and The Smiths.
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