Post Break-Up Sex
The Vaccines
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I can barely look at you, Don't tell me who you lost it to. Didn't we say we had a deal? Didn't I say how bad I feel? Everyone needs a helping hand; Who said I would not understand? Someone up the social scale For when you're going off the rails, have Post break-up sex That helps you forget your ex. What did you expect from post break up sex? Leave it 'til the guilt consumes Fucking in the nearest room All our friends were unaware Most had just passed out downstairs. To think I'd hoped you'd be okay, Now I can't think of what to say, Maybe I misunderstood, But I can't believe you're feeling good, from Post break-up sex That helps you forget your ex, What did you expect from post break up sex? Post break-up sex That helps you forget your ex, What did you expect from post break up sex? Oh when you love somebody but you find someone, Uh huh huh, And it all unravels and it comes undone Uh-huh-huh, uh-huh-huh, Uh-huh-huh Post break-up sex That helps you forget your ex, What did you expect from post break up sex? Post break-up sex That helps you forget your ex. What did you expect from post break up sex?
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Written by: Arni Hjorvar Arnason, Freddie Clayton Cowan, Peter Gareth Christopher Robertson, Justin James Hayward-Young
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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8 facts about this song
Release & Chart Performance"Post Break-Up Sex" was released on January 24, 2011 as the second single from the debut album "What Did You Expect from The Vaccines?" by the English indie rock band, The Vaccines.
- The song entered the UK Singles Chart at number 32 and peaked at 3 on the UK Indie Chart.
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Song CompositionThe song was written by the band members Justin Young and Freddie Cowan.
- It features a catchy, robust garage rock sound, massive guitar hooks, and resonating drumbeats, which are typical styles of the band.
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Critical ReviewsIt received positive reviews from music critics. Many praised its clever lyrics that encapsulated the emotions associated with post-breakup sex.
- NME magazine described the song as “spiky, anthemic guitar-pop.”
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Music VideoThe music video for "Post Break-Up Sex" was directed by Max Knight.
- The video depicts a young man going through the motions of a breakup, with the song serving as a sort of soundtrack to his emotions.
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Live PerformancesThe Vaccines debuted "Post Break-Up Sex" live on BBC's "Later... with Jools Holland" in November 2010.
- The Vaccines have made the song a regular part of their concert repertoire since its release.
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Song Meaning"Post Break-Up Sex" is a song about seeking intimacy after a relationship has ended.
- In an interview, lead singer Justin Young explained that the song is about "the moment when you stop being a victim and you see yourself exploiting someone else for revenge."
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PopularityDespite not being a commercial hit, the song has established itself as a fan-favorite.
- It has gained more than 10 million streams on Spotify, showing its enduring popularity.
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The Vaccines"Post Break-Up Sex" helped to cement The Vaccines' status as one of the most exciting new bands of the 2010s in the UK.
- The band was nominated for the Best New Band at the 2011 NME Awards, largely due to the success of "What Did You Expect from The Vaccines?" album which includes the song "Post Break-Up Sex."
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