Can somebody please explain to me why All My Friends is so great? I like the song but it's far from being my favorite LCD Soundsystem song. I remember listening to it for the first time, going into it with such high expectations... I was pretty disappointed. I expected some sort of climax but that never came. And now, even after 5 or so more listens, I still have the same feeling about the song. It's pleasant but not earth-shattering.
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LemonMelon
More 5G Than Man
The insistent piano, the driving beat, the breathless, impassioned vocal, the detailed, observant, self-reflective lyricism that grows more real to me with each passing year...I guess I love everything about the song.
It's one of those wonderfully anthemic tracks that actually rises to the occasion lyrically and manages to capture a time and place without feeling forced. Most songs about touring focus on rock n roll exploits, but this one really gets to the heart of what it means to spend your best years doing what you love and not necessarily wanting them back.
The number of memorable verses/lines in the song is staggering:
And if the sun comes up, if the sun comes up, if the sun comes up
And I still don't wanna stagger home
Then it's the memory of our betters
That are keeping us on our feet
You spent the first five years trying to get with the plan
And the next five years trying to be with your friends again
Though when we're running out of the drugs
And the conversation's winding away
I wouldn't trade one stupid decision
For another five years of life
And with a face like a dad and a laughable stand
You can sleep on the plane or review what you said
When you're drunk and the kids look impossibly tan
You think over and over, "hey, I'm finally dead."
James Murphy has written some great songs over the years, but if any one song succinctly represents his favorite themes, it's All My Friends. If it comes up often in discussions of most essential LCD Soundsystem songs, that's because it's a great pick.
It's one of those wonderfully anthemic tracks that actually rises to the occasion lyrically and manages to capture a time and place without feeling forced. Most songs about touring focus on rock n roll exploits, but this one really gets to the heart of what it means to spend your best years doing what you love and not necessarily wanting them back.
The number of memorable verses/lines in the song is staggering:
And if the sun comes up, if the sun comes up, if the sun comes up
And I still don't wanna stagger home
Then it's the memory of our betters
That are keeping us on our feet
You spent the first five years trying to get with the plan
And the next five years trying to be with your friends again
Though when we're running out of the drugs
And the conversation's winding away
I wouldn't trade one stupid decision
For another five years of life
And with a face like a dad and a laughable stand
You can sleep on the plane or review what you said
When you're drunk and the kids look impossibly tan
You think over and over, "hey, I'm finally dead."
James Murphy has written some great songs over the years, but if any one song succinctly represents his favorite themes, it's All My Friends. If it comes up often in discussions of most essential LCD Soundsystem songs, that's because it's a great pick.
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cobl04
45:33
I've had just about enough.
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ONE love, blood, life
PhilsFan
Blue Crack Addict
It's crazy how much the song mirrors much of my early 20s. I'm starting to get into my Alligator/Boxer phase of life now, but my early 20s were succinctly described by both the lyrics an the feeling in that song. It's a party vibe, but there is a lot of anxiety lurking behind everything you're doing. You're enjoying yourself, but you're starting to become concerned that there's more meaningful shit you're supposed to be doing. It's when you're still going out every weekend but you're starting to wonder if you've outgrown it. He's obviously talking about moving into his late 30s, but I still find it very relatable.
And I'm not sure how the end of the song isn't a climax. It's still the same chords but it's the natural conclusion of it building up for 7 minutes.
bobsaget77
Rock n' Roll Doggie
It's one my favorite songs of all time, but I didn't include it on my Rushmore because everyone knows it's amazing and I wanted to show my love for some other songs. Sometimes I tend to overthink these things....
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cobl04
45:33
looks like we'll have our first taste of new LCD in just a couple of days' time. wow.
prbiker15
Blue Crack Addict
Still can't believe it.Pop Artist
Rock n' Roll Doggie VIP PASS
I am hoping I can get into Sunday's show! (Monday is not an option for me because I am going to Springsteen) I automatically get a code to buy a ticket, so I am hopeful.
Pop Artist
Rock n' Roll Doggie VIP PASS
Struck out on a ticket for Sunday - now when I am frustrated with Ticketmaster, I will think about my experience on Ticketweb today - what a rinky dink site! I'd be more bummed if I wasn't going to see them eventually at Panorama.
Mack_Again
Rock n' Roll Doggie ALL ACCESS
I feel like I'm losing the edge, guys
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cobl04
45:33
Fuck. I don't think I can handle even looking.
david
ONE love, blood, life
They didn't road test any new songs did they?
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LemonMelon
More 5G Than Man
Nope.
Still, that set looks perfect to me. Maybe a little light on This Is Happening material.
Still, that set looks perfect to me. Maybe a little light on This Is Happening material.
cobl04
45:33
About what you'd expect. I'd swap Freak Out/Starry Eyes for nearly anything, but it still kicks ass.
Mack_Again
Rock n' Roll Doggie ALL ACCESS
I'll totally check out when their new album comes out.
Pop Artist
Rock n' Roll Doggie VIP PASS
Felt a twinge of longing looking at the setlist, but I will see them in July and it was for the best that I didn't get in - needed to do stuff before vacation, plus I see they didn't go on until 10 and ended after midnight, I would be totally knackered for the marathon that is Springsteen tonight!
cobl04
45:33
They've just announced shows at Red Rocks with Savages opening.
I've had a good life, see yas round.
I've had a good life, see yas round.
martha
Blue Crack Supplier
I might be able to swing that Red Rocks date. 
martha
Blue Crack Supplier
Although in the shower just now I realized that this will be a harder ticket to get than Radiohead at the Shrine.
martha
Blue Crack Supplier
Ok. So the FYF headlining gig means no other LA date for this time around, right?
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trojanchick99
Rock n' Roll Doggie FOB
Sadly, yes.
martha
Blue Crack Supplier
Red Rocks, here I come!
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FitzChivalry
Rock n' Roll Doggie VIP PASS
martha
Blue Crack Supplier
I'll wager parking will be easier in Colorado than it will be at the Sports Arena. I may be wrong; I've never tried to park at Red Rocks.
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trojanchick99
Rock n' Roll Doggie FOB
Having been to Red Rocks during the day, that parking lot looks tricky. I'm just lucky that I don't have to worry about parking for FYF. Yay Expo Line!
martha
Blue Crack Supplier
These are the only times that living in OC has drawbacks.
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LemonMelon
More 5G Than Man
^^^
Can't stress this enough.
martha
Blue Crack Supplier
One of us here is a complete doofus. See if you can guess which one of us it is.
Clues:
* Thinks $212 is too much to see one band at a festival (seriously thought this for a minute), but thinks nothing of a four-day round-trip to Denver to see same band headline
* Thinks it's a pain in the ass to get to LA for a crowded concert, but will go to Denver
* Thinks a festival in August will be hot and sticky, but crossing the Mojave in August won't be a problem
Sometimes I can be pretty clueless. I still want to go to Denver rather than FYF.
Clues:
* Thinks $212 is too much to see one band at a festival (seriously thought this for a minute), but thinks nothing of a four-day round-trip to Denver to see same band headline
* Thinks it's a pain in the ass to get to LA for a crowded concert, but will go to Denver
* Thinks a festival in August will be hot and sticky, but crossing the Mojave in August won't be a problem
Sometimes I can be pretty clueless. I still want to go to Denver rather than FYF.
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