Blur - For Tomorrow ( Live MTV 1993)
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For Tomorrow is a song by English alternative rock band Blur. It is the lead track to their second album, Modern Life Is Rubbish (the title appears in the lyrics). Released 19 April 1993 as the first single from the album, "For Tomorrow" charted at number 28 in the UK Singles Chart. The Visit To Primrose Hill Extended version of "For Tomorrow" was included in the band's compilation albums, Blur: The Best of, (being the only song from Modern Life Is Rubbish to be featured) and Midlife: A Beginner's Guide to Blur.
Damon Albarn started to write songs with a very British feel. This was one such song, written on Christmas Day 1992 at the family piano in his parents' house. David Balfe, the head of the band's record company, commissioned this song as the original album did not have any hit singles. The single cover of the two World War II fighter planes was used by the band as a sense of Britishness.
The lyrics of the song are about London, and especially Primrose Hill, a hill in the borough of Camden, North London. From there one can see the whole of central London before them. The complete phrase from the song says "Take a drive to Primrose Hill // It's windy there, and the view's so nice". Part of the promotional video was also filmed at Primrose Hill.
The ending of the song has lyrics about a man, Jim, entering his house in Emperors' Gate, SW7 (Kensington). When Albarn's parents first moved to London, they lived in a flat nextdoor to The Beatles. In a 2005 interview Damon Albarn stated that he used Emperors' Gate in the lyrics because of this (13 Emperors' Gate was the first London-based home for the Lennons; they lived there in 1964). He found it "romantic" that his parents lived right next to these people.
Like Modern Life is Rubbish, the album this song appears on, "For Tomorrow" has increased in stature since its release. The song charted at number 15 in a Time Out poll about the best songs about London, the magazine labelled the track as an "indie anthem". In addition, Mojo magazine chose this song in their "50 Greatest British Tracks Ever" list. In a blurtalk.com vote, For Tomorrow was voted fifth out of all of the band's singles, despite being the third lowest charting on its release
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i don't think i've ever seen damon stood so still
@wonn5986
7 жыл бұрын
except when he performed "Fashion" with david bowie
Sometimes you can really hear how good/underrated Alex James is in the acoustic versions.
@ginger5524
7 жыл бұрын
find that too
@aidangale9022
6 жыл бұрын
There's definitely a Bruce Foxton/The Jam influence
@NotOrdinaryInGames
6 жыл бұрын
He is the smoothest bassist I know. I don't know many though.
@kennethguitarfiend4493
3 жыл бұрын
Always loved his grooves a lot
@alic-c
3 жыл бұрын
I think Alex is great but nobody else seems to see it
yes graham sing that high harmony and slay me
@someone-mq9bw
6 жыл бұрын
Wow I heavily agree with that statement
I think this is the first time I've seen Alex play minus a cigarette
@danygumay5167
6 жыл бұрын
Yang bener mba?
alex james is such a good bassist. he's not even recognized. but just listen to the bass. he layed down some of the catchiest and complex bass lines in pop music. i'd say he's up there with mccartney and entwistle
@marktristan
3 жыл бұрын
libertyhopeful18 Big time. I’m only just catching on now, having heard them since 90s. They were so wrapped up in ‘scene’ back then that I kind of overlooked the actual music. Maybe that’s why he’s under recognised:)
@alic-c
3 жыл бұрын
Love the McCartney comparison. He's very melodic in his basslines
@javiermoralesmusic
Жыл бұрын
One of the few accurate Beatles/McCartney comparisons out there, I agree with you
Alex James...one of the most underrated bassist ever..
@johnd3124
Жыл бұрын
the 90s and early 2000s were the decade of great rock bassists
Sorry Graham, I know you're shy and hate attention, but if it were up to me the whole world would worship you and your sweet shy awesome kooky lovable cute heartbreaking adorable awkwardness. Not to mention your unbelievable guitar skills.
@gz977
2 жыл бұрын
huh
Bassist. On point.
Damn, Damon was a good looking guy back then.
@miskay5526
9 жыл бұрын
+bloodnokian he still is!
@moraseena
6 жыл бұрын
bloodnokian they're all good looking
@lalalandlife9294
6 жыл бұрын
bloodnokian now toooo
@yorgiacevedo2342
5 жыл бұрын
He’s 50 years old now and I still think he’s freaking cute
@YOURWORMFRIEND
5 жыл бұрын
He was so hot... now he’s so adorable and cute 😍😍😍
Next to The Smiths, Blur was the Premier Indie Band!
@stephenjackson4195
4 жыл бұрын
Mmm have a really good think there
I've always love the way Alex James moves...
graham's lil voice is so nice *__*
he's the best bassist ever.. sure there're people out there that play's faster and more difficult bass than him, but he knows how to make intlignet bass sound good!
Last part of the song is genius
I'd say what I like the most about Blur, besides Damon being a hottie, is how their lyrics represented a critique of back then society's frivolity, and how those messages can still be referred to nowadays. Greetings from Mexico.
@jonm3915
4 жыл бұрын
Talking about "society's frivolity" in the same sentence that you call the lead singer "a hottie". Bog off.
Love Damon's sweet voice
This is fantastic. I have always preferred the 'serious' Damon on the stage than the 'jumping' Damon. Just because his voice is beautiful when he concentrates on his singing. Great job guys, wonderful.
Jesus. I'm here again.
This is THIRTY FUCKING YEARS AGO.😢
Just saw them at Wembley ☺️☺️☺️
best blur era
Back when MTV was actually music.
live no edit thats whats makes a rock star
Their timing was flawless in this performance.
Blur are never poor live. This is their best song Mr Coxon is a great lead and rhythm guitarist
Yea, his bass lines are pretty unique.
Graham Best guitarist ever!
This actually sounds better than the album one
@user-fi6rj6sv2k
5 жыл бұрын
no
@lordgnippoc2278
4 жыл бұрын
no
@ChainNonSmoker
3 жыл бұрын
naaaaaaaaaaaaayy
That refrain of the guitar along with the bass at the end always gets me
This album cemented Blur in my life. I think I was 13 when Leisure came out, and would have probably forgotten about them had they not gone so staunchly British & observant in MLIR. ❤️
Damon always gives me the chills
i love talent
@saint.k
6 жыл бұрын
me too
@loganmohler737
5 жыл бұрын
What else do you love, Madison?
This never gets old
this song is so addicting!!!!
It's like a Bowie track from his great Hunky Dory, Ziggy Stardust, Aladdin Sane period. It's a bit of a mixture of Velvite Goldmine and John I'm Only Dancing. 1 of Blurs great tracks.
Saw this back then live on the TV. Listening to Blur the very first time. Instantly fell in love. Thanks dear Ray Cokes ❤
That bass!
Amazing live
tempo is perfect for acoustic version... with this instruments whole song is full of sound (especially that drums)
i love this song
After seeing this video I read the lyrics for the first time ever, even though I've been in love with 'for tomorrow' since I've heard it for the first time and FUCK's sake, they are just as perfect as this performance! One of the best lyrics I have ever seen of Blur, so impressive! I really think there's something magic on this video, everyone else seems to be so touched by this as well. I'm so pissed I missed the whole era. Blur forever, best band in the universe!
They were so young but still so talented. Amazing!
oh god......dying
*cries*
Para mi es la mejor canción de Blur o almenos la que expresa mejor su esencia .
Even stripped down with nil production, this song is brilliant. I've loved Blur since Leisure, and most likely always will. Hope they follow in the Roses steps and tour again.
Love this song!😘💗
Alex es un gran bajista.
congratulations from Brazil, the guys from blur r amazing.
This version sounds slightly haunting, and it's better than the CD version.
I love this, could listen over and over
JoseWhon your knowledge about the interests of teenage girls is not very vast for what i see. there are lots of girls who appreciate this music and there's nothing weird or "special" about it. don't underestimate modern teenage girls, please, and stop pretending you know everything about us
@punkydunn14
7 жыл бұрын
Amen.
@UseTheScience
3 жыл бұрын
wat
Beautiful version!
YOU ARE SONG RIGHT! I HEAR IT EVERYDAY SEVERAL TIMES! it's so good...
They are amazing
agree man, this version it's freaking amazing
this is so perfect wow
I keep coming back here - to this particular song - so as to be reminded of the bench mark.
i can not get enough
Que buena banda... una de las mejores que he escuchado
What a bloody TREAT!!!!!
@75harg
6 жыл бұрын
Pete Kreiner indeed
Great Performance
So talented.
My favourite Blur song
so good. I cant describe it in words o.o
And thus started the genre Britpop
@ThemeParkChomp
6 жыл бұрын
faye ann Who cares about ‘Britpop’, it was just a stupid marketing term invented by music press and perpetuated by Wikipedia. Just enjoy the music for what it is, whatever the ‘genre’ is. Blur, Suede, Pulp etc are amazing but all very different, and never kept to one sound
@loganmohler737
5 жыл бұрын
@@ThemeParkChomp I agree with you, pink floyd has even been called Brit-pop. It's just a label.
Have to love them!
Blur is back.This is Story❤
Wow, Damon is sounding amazing in this.
awww, look at little damon, all baby faced :p
im 15 and i love it!
@guramkokaia8848
9 жыл бұрын
than what ?
@loganmohler737
5 жыл бұрын
Than love, brother
Love this song ❤️
What a nice guitar!
i love this
Su voz es horriblemente asombrosa ¡amo a ese hombre!
Amazing
Magic.
Lovely.
cuando en MTV pasaban musica Buena!..
@whatalifeitwouldbe1 The timbre of his voice is just so satisfying in this performance; it's rich, resonant and really clear. He always has a unique and beautiful voice, but here, it sounds pure and perfectly on pitch.
Nice suits, Damon and Alex!
you are so right
Blur is life
Completely agree, been saying this for a while now
beautiful song 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖 ALSO es un temazo
Cool band ..
I LOVE this!!! Damon
Well said. The best bands are judged by time e.g. can anyone now remember Oasis? A handful of great songs and then down the gurgler, yesterday's fish and chip wrappers. Whereas Blur stands impermeable shoulder to shoulder with the best of the best. No substitute for quality. They've certainly held on for tomorrow. Etcetera :)
omg graham made my day😂 sooo cute
my friend is 15 and she loves blur too (especially Steve[Alex])
A massive thumbs up for Ray Cokes!
Baby Damon 💙
Blur rules!!!!
60'S BOWIE
@fromthe90s21
2 жыл бұрын
On point. If you have the chance to hear the demo on the 21 box set, it's clear Damon tries his best to do a Bowie impression. The songwriting is brillant though. Funny to think retrospectively that this song and Chemical World were written because EMI would not issue the album otherwise. Without "hits".
Me encantaa
It really is.
I so agree with you. After these thoughts there are sometimes a few teardrops too. Cause modern life is REALLY rubbish.
prefer this to the official version
Damon is perfect !
Nice 1 its of u yeah