Radiohead
Lyrics
[Verse 1]
When you were here before
Couldn't look you in the eye
You're just like an angel
Your skin makes me cry
You float like a feather
In a beautiful world
[Pre-Chorus]
I wish I was special
You're so fuckin' special
[Chorus]
But I'm a creep, I'm a weirdo
What the hell am I doing here?
I don't belong here
[Verse 2]
I don't care if it hurts
I wanna have control
I want a perfect body
I want a perfect soul
I want you to notice
When I'm not around
[Pre-Chorus]
You're so fuckin' special
I wish I was special
[Chorus]
But I'm a creep, I'm a weirdo
What the hell am I doing here?
I don't belong here
Oh, oh
[Bridge]
She's running out the door
She's running out
She run, run, run, run
Run
[Outro]
Whatever makes you happy
Whatever you want
You're so fuckin' special
I wish I was special
But I'm a creep, I'm a weirdo
What the hell am I doing here?
I don't belong here
I don't belong here
Radiohead is a band that needs no introduction. It's one of the most influential and celebrated bands in the history of music. From "Karma Police" to "Paranoid Android", their music has always been enigmatic and thought-provoking. "Creep" is one of their most popular songs that helped establish them as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.
About Creep
Released in 1993, "Creep" is widely considered one of Radiohead's greatest hits. The song became a commercial success, hitting the top 10 in the UK and US charts. The songwriting and composition of "Creep" are attributed to the band's frontman, Thom Yorke. The song revolves around a man following a woman whom he finds attractive. The lyrics express his feelings of inadequacy and his inability to garner the woman's attention. The song is a reflective commentary on male insecurity and the unintended consequences of following one's desires when one lacks confidence.
The song was well-received because of its honest and relatable portrayal of human emotions, which became its main selling point. It's been described as both sad and lovelorn, and it's been played during countless breakups, reconciliations, and desperate late-night thoughts. There's something about the melody and the lyrics that make it brutally honest and painfully self-aware.
Following its release, "Creep" became a sensation, with its popularity skyrocketing within weeks. Given the song's lyrics and themes, its popularity was a paradox that was not lost on the band. Onstage, Thom Yorke noted that the song was like an albatross hanging around their necks that they couldn't shake off.
The song's popularity was a double-edged sword. The song put Radiohead on the map and helped them achieve worldwide acclaim, but the commercial success of "Creep" meant that they would always be known as a one-hit-wonder. The song became Radiohead's signature tune, but it also became their curse, as it overshadowed all of their other masterpieces, sometimes even the ones that were far superior.
Nevertheless, there seemed to be something magical about this song that riveted people's hearts. While the band grew to hate "Creep," the song continued to play non-stop on rock radio stations and bars around the world, becoming a universal anthem for misunderstood and lonely hearts.
Cover Versions of Creep
Over the years, the song has been covered by many artists in many different ways. Among the most notable of these is a soulful version by Macy Gray and a powerful cover by Prince, who performed the song at the 2008 Coachella music festival. The song has also been covered by many musicians from different genres, such as Postmodern Jukebox and the Vega Choir. It became a classic and continues to inspire performers and songwriters, even today.
In 2015, Kimberly Nichole performed a stunning version of the song on The Voice, breathing new life into the song and once again reminding the world of its enduring power. The song has a chameleon-like quality that makes it amenable to many interpretations, and that's why it has survived and thrived for so long.
In summary, "Creep" is one of the most celebrated and unforgettable songs in the history of music. It is a song that is born out of the desire to be known and the fear of being known. It's a song about longing, feeling inadequate, and the pain of unfulfilled desires. With its simple yet evocative lyrics and haunting melody, it's a song that continues to resonate with people of all ages and from different parts of the world, reminding us of our shared humanity and the beauty that can come from embracing our vulnerability.
- Release Date: September 21, 1992
- Artist: Radiohead