Always Like This

Bombay Bicycle Club

About Always Like This

"Always Like This" is the second single from Bombay Bicycle Club, and the first from their debut album I Had the Blues But I Shook Them Loose. The single was released on 13 April 2009 and is available on 7" vinyl, 12" vinyl and download. The single was produced by Jim Abbiss, and the limited 12" includes remixes by Tim Goldsworthy and James Rutledge. It reached #97 on the UK Singles Chart on 25 April 2009, becoming the group's first single to reach the British pop chart.


Year:
2011
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Oh she can wait
For what I can give 
She knows what I am but
She won’t believe me
Is it all ok? 
Will I come off the lightest? 
I can’t believe it
It’s always like this

Kept it at bay 
Yes you kept your words 
There on your mouth 
But it’s not what I heard 

If I follow the light 
That I deem the brightest 
I won’t believe that 
It’s always like this 

I’m not whole 
I’m not whole 
You waste it all 

I’m not whole 
I’m not whole 
You waste it all 

I’m not whole 

Oh you can wait 
For what I can give 
You know what I am 
So you know how I live 
Try to look proud 
But you’re not in the slightest 
Its happening now 
And it’s always been like this 

I’m not whole 
I’m not whole 
You waste it all 

I’m not whole 
I’m not whole 
You waste it all 

I’m not whole

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Bombay Bicycle Club

Bombay Bicycle Club are an English indie rock band from Crouch End, London. The band is composed of Jack Steadman (lead vocals, guitar, piano), Jamie MacColl (guitar), Suren de Saram (drums) and Ed Nash (bass). more »

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Written by: JACK STEADMAN

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10 facts about this song

Album Origin
"Always Like This" is a song by the British indie rock band, Bombay Bicycle Club. It is a track taken from their debut album "I Had The Blues But I Shook Them Loose" which was released in 2009.
Song Popularity
The track "Always Like This" became one of the band's most popular and recognisable songs. It was the band's first single to chart, reaching number 98 on the UK Singles Chart.
Song Composition
The song is characteristic of Bombay Bicycle Club's early sound, combining indie rock with elements of folk. The catchy, upbeat melody contrasts with introspective lyrics.
Live Performances
"Always Like This" quickly became a fan favorite and is often performed at the band's live concerts. It's signature guitar riff and infectious beat make it a crowd-pleaser.
Song Lyrics
The song reflects about the cyclic nature of life and relationships, evident in the repetitive line "And I always get like this."
Awards and Recognition
The album, which includes the track "Always Like This," was declared one of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die."
Music Video
The music video for "Always Like This" is a mixture of animated and live-action footage, reflecting the whimsical and introspective nature of the song.
Track Position
"Always Like This" is the fourth track on the band's debut album. It was preceded by the track "Dust On The Ground" and followed by "Magnet."
Remix Version
There is also a popular remixed version of "Always Like This" by Andhim, a German DJ duo, which introduced the song to the electronic music scene.
Cover Versions
Despite its popularity, "Always Like This" has not been extensively covered by other artists. One notable exception is a cover by the YouTube artist Hannah Trigwell, which was released in 2011.

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