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About When You Die

"When You Die" is a song by American rock band MGMT, and the second single from the band's fourth studio album Little Dark Age. It was released worldwide on December 12, 2017, through Columbia Records.

Year: 2018 4:23 47 Views I’m not that nice I’m mean and I’m evil Don’t call me nice I’m gonna eat your heart out I’ve got some work to do Baby, I'm ready, I'm ready, ready, ready to blow my lid off Yeah Go f*ck yourself You heard me right Don’t call me nice again Don’t you have somewhere to be at seven thirty? Baby, I’m ready, I'm ready, ready, ready to blow my brains out You die And words won’t do anything It's permanently night And I won’t feel anything We'll all be laughing with you when you die Words won’t do anything It's permanently night And I won’t feel anything We'll all be laughing with you when you die Go f*ck yourself I’m mean, not nice You said it twice You said it twice Don’t you have somewhere to be at seven thirty? I’ve got some work to do I’m gonna eat your heart out I heard you the first time

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MGMT is an American psychedelic rock band founded by Benjamin Goldwasser and Andrew VanWyngarden. After the release of their first album, the members of their live band, Matthew Asti, James Richardson and Will Berman, joined the core band in the studio. Formed at Wesleyan University and originally with Cantora Records, they signed with Columbia Records and Red Ink in 2006. more »

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Genre » Electronic, Rock Style » Electro, Indie Rock, Psychedelic Rock

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Written by: Andrew Wells Vanwyngarden, Ariel Marcus Rosenberg, Benjamin Nicholas Huner Goldwasser

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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12 facts about this song

Album Release "When You Die" is a track from the fourth studio album "Little Dark Age" by MGMT, released in 2018.

Song Theme The song explores the theme of death in a surrealistic way, something uncommon in traditional pop music.

Music Video The rather psychedelic music video of "When You Die" features actor Alex Karpovsky of "Girls" fame, portraying a magician experiencing series of hallucinations.

Unique Style "When You Die" is a contrast to some of MGMT's earlier works, featuring a more indie-pop sound rather than their traditional psychedelic sound, highlighting the band's versatility.

Critical Acclaim The song has been well-received by both fans and critics alike, further cementing MGMT's status as a daring and innovative band.

Collaboration The music video for the song is a collaborative work between independent animator Mike Burakoff and the esteemed Hall of Fame music video director Andreas Nilsson.

Concept of Song The song is boldly existential, and examines ideas of life, death, and the afterlife, using abstract lyrics and unconventional storytelling methods.

Pop Culture The unique tone and style of "When You Die" has led it to be featured in various media, including T.V shows and popular playlists.

Live Performances "When You Die" is a fan-favorite during live performances, noted for its lyrical honesty and the psychedelic atmosphere it creates.

Inspiration MGMT has hinted that "When You Die" was somewhat inspired by their growing fascination with mortality and the inevitability of death.

Artistic Growth The song highlights MGMT's growth as artists where they are not afraid to venture into darker themes and moods, as seen in the grim lyricism of "When You Die."

Album Track Despite not being a single from "Little Dark Age," "When You Die" has become one of the most beloved and defining tracks on the album.

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