About this song
The track was Modest Mouse's mainstream breakthrough and the lead single from their fourth album, Good News for People Who Love Bad News. It was nominated for a Grammy in 2005 for Best Rock Song, which went to U2's "Vertigo".
What it's about
The song is about how, no matter what happens, things could always be worse, so it is worth looking on the bright side.
Fun facts
- Sampled in 14 other songs, like “Start by David0Mario”.
- Covered 8 times, including “Float On by Lindsey Ray”.
- Written by Benjamin Weikel, Eric Judy, Dann Gallucci and Isaac Brock.
- Produced by Dennis Herring.
- Recorded at Easley Recording (Memphis.
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