(Official Music Video)
One thing I’ve always loved about Kid British is that they manage to write songs that people can relate to time and time again. They had ‘Part Time Job/Shirt and
Tie’ which, let’s face it, we can all relate to. Let’s not forget ‘Lost in
London’ – a song that’s all about, well, getting lost in London. I live in
London and I still find myself getting lost from time to time. I could go on
but I’d rather you all just checked out their music and found elements to their
songs that you can relate to.
This track is definitely something most people will be able
to say they understand. We all have those moments when we feel like the world
is against us and there’s nobody to help us fight back against it. It’s us
against the world. This song takes that feeling and somehow makes it seem far
more beautiful than it is. It takes that dreadful feeling and turns it into
something inspiring. Clever lads!
Every song I’ve heard by Kid British, and I’ve heard a lot,
is the kind of song you put on when you’re having an awful day. Y’know, the
kind where you just want to get back into bed, crawl into a ball, and wait for
tomorrow in the hope that it’ll, somehow, be better? All of their songs have
the ability to make even the worst day seem somewhat more hopeful. That’s testament
to just how talented the members (past and present) are.
The lyrics are, for me at least, part of what makes this
song so uplifting. Okay, sure, it’s about a negative thing but Kid British
have, like they always do, made it something that can help you. I’ll be honest,
I was a bit sceptical about Dom singing – he’d always been the guitarist for
me. Not just that, I was a bit nervous about how the band would sound after
James went on to do his solo stuff. This track proves to me that any doubt I
had was unjustified.
The vocals are incredible and Dom’s voice brings something
to the track that I don’t think anybody else could have done. Adio’s part of the
song is pretty immense. Great lyrics + his vocals = recipe for success. There’s
something about his voice that gives off the feeling of vulnerability but also
strength. It’s great.
The video also has the same kind of vibe as the song which
is pretty rare these days. It seems like so many videos are about huge budgets
and fancy sets but they never relate to the song in any way. I’m glad to say
this one does.
So now comes the sad news… Whilst I’ve just raved about how
much I love this song (and believe me, I really do), Kid British have just
announced that they’re going to part and go on to other things.
I remember when I first saw Kid British. It was at the
iTunes festival in 2009. I was stood right at the front and had goosebumps the
whole time they were on stage. Their vocals were brilliant on the night but so
was their stage presence. Kid British don’t just go on stage, sing, and leave.
They party on stage just as hard as everyone in the crowd is and I, personally,
think that’s part of what makes a great band.
They were supporting Mr Hudson when I saw them but I decided
to leave as soon as their set had finished. Partly because I thought I was going
to pass out but partly because I really had only gone to see them. I wasn’t
interested in Mr Hudson – I wanted to go and see the band whose music always
made me want to dance and put a smile on my face.
When I left, I was lucky enough to meet the bassist at the
time, as well as the drummer. I also managed to get everyone's autographs which
I’ve kept all this time. I figured when they hit the big time, I’d sell them,
ha. I’m kidding. I kept them because even though a lot of people didn’t know
about Kid British, they were one of my favourite bands, and still are.
The second time I saw them was eventful to say the least.
Pretty sure I remember the police being called. It’s all one big massive party
when you see Kid British and what good’s a party if the police aren’t called at
least once, eh? I spoke to the lads that night and I remember going home
thinking that they were probably one of the most down-to-earth bands I’d ever
known of. They were just a bunch of people making music they loved for the fans
they loved. Simple as that.
I don’t know exactly why they’ve chosen to go their separate
ways. Their website says it’s because they “have seen some changes in the band
and also a wider media/industry perception of what Kid British is which have
led us to much debate”. All I can say is I look forward to hearing what each of
them get up to.
Here’s to the great things to come for all of them!