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- Congratulations LyricsDead in the water
It's not a paid vacation
The sons and daughters of city officials
Attend demonstrations
It's hardly a sink or swim
When all is well if the ticket sells
Out with a wimper
It's not a blaze of glory
You look down from your temple
As people endeavor to make it a story
And chisel a marble word
But all is lost if it's never heard
But I've got someone to make reports
That tell me how my money's spent
To book my stays and draw my blinds
So I can't tell what's really there
And all I need's a great big congratulations
I'll keep your dreams
You pay attention for me
As strange as it seems
I'd rather dissolve than have you ignore me
The ground may be moving fast
But I've tied my boots to a broken mast
The difference is clear
You throw it in your cauldron
Rust and veneer, dusk and dawn
Steinways and Baldwins
You start with a simple stock
Of all the waste and salt to taste
But damn my luck and damn these friends
That keep on combing back their smiles
I save my grace with half-assed guilt
And lay down the quilt upon the lawn
Spread my arms and soak up congratulations
It's not a paid vacation
The sons and daughters of city officials
Attend demonstrations
It's hardly a sink or swim
When all is well if the ticket sells
Out with a wimper
It's not a blaze of glory
You look down from your temple
As people endeavor to make it a story
And chisel a marble word
But all is lost if it's never heard
But I've got someone to make reports
That tell me how my money's spent
To book my stays and draw my blinds
So I can't tell what's really there
And all I need's a great big congratulations
I'll keep your dreams
As strange as it seems
I'd rather dissolve than have you ignore me
The ground may be moving fast
But I've tied my boots to a broken mast
The difference is clear
You throw it in your cauldron
Rust and veneer, dusk and dawn
Steinways and Baldwins
You start with a simple stock
Of all the waste and salt to taste
But damn my luck and damn these friends
That keep on combing back their smiles
I save my grace with half-assed guilt
And lay down the quilt upon the lawn
Spread my arms and soak up congratulations
Facts about Congratulations
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Congratulations is written by Andrew Vanwyngarden, Ben Goldwasser.
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It is first released on April 09, 2010 as part of Mgmt's album "Congratulations" which includes 9 tracks in total. This song is the 8th track on this album.
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When we look deeper into its meaning, the tune 'Congratulations' by MGMT contemplates the void and disenchantment that might be linked to triumph and notoriety. It puts forth the issue of the lack of depth in accomplishments and the pretentiousness of the connections that one has to deal with when he/she is famous, thus, showing the longing for true relations and acknowledgment above the surface of fake and materialistic things. The lyrics of the song mostly talk about reflection, social commentary, criticism, festivities, and sorrow. Meanwhile, the track spotlights the need for disillusionment, seeking recognition along with and the struggle for and the resilience of it. The text includes some adult themes and language that may not be appropriate for little kids, for instance, above all societal concerns and personal conflicts. Even so, there is no profanity, no violence or sexual references that would make the film be rated higher.
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Congratulations falls under the genre Alternative.
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Congratulations song length is 3 minutes and 55 seconds.
Who wrote Congratulations lyrics?
Congratulations is written by Andrew Vanwyngarden, Ben Goldwasser.
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When was Congratulations released?
It is first released on April 09, 2010 as part of Mgmt's album "Congratulations" which includes 9 tracks in total. This song is the 8th track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind Congratulations lyrics?
When we look deeper into its meaning, the tune 'Congratulations' by MGMT contemplates the void and disenchantment that might be linked to triumph and notoriety. It puts forth the issue of the lack of depth in accomplishments and the pretentiousness of the connections that one has to deal with when he/she is famous, thus, showing the longing for true relations and acknowledgment above the surface of fake and materialistic things. The lyrics of the song mostly talk about reflection, social commentary, criticism, festivities, and sorrow. Meanwhile, the track spotlights the need for disillusionment, seeking recognition along with and the struggle for and the resilience of it. The text includes some adult themes and language that may not be appropriate for little kids, for instance, above all societal concerns and personal conflicts. Even so, there is no profanity, no violence or sexual references that would make the film be rated higher.
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Which genre is Congratulations?
Congratulations falls under the genre Alternative.
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How long is the song Congratulations?
Congratulations song length is 3 minutes and 55 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Andrew Vanwyngarden, Ben Goldwasser
Record Label(s): 2010 Sony Music Entertainment
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