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Nico and the Niners
Twenty One Pilots
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- Album
- Trench
- Released
- 2018
- Genres
- Alternative
- Length
- 3:45
- Tempo
- 140 BPM
- Label
- Fueled By Ramen
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About this song
"Nico and the Niners" is one of three singles released to promote Twenty One Pilots' fifth album, Trench. It came out alongside "Jumpsuit" and was first scheduled for radio premieres, but it was instead released early on iTunes and YouTube. The word "Niner" comes from how the number 9 is pronounced in the NATO phonetic alphabet.
What it's about
The song serves as a rallying cry for the banditos, the people who have escaped the walled city of Dema, and by extension for those who have overcome depression. It reminds listeners that their emotions and negative thoughts do not have to control them, and that seeking help is worthwhile even though not everyone will get out.
Summary written with AI, based on the song's page on Genius.
Fun facts
- Sampled in 2 other songs, like “Trench: The Megamix by SLNTWLF”.
- Covered 3 times, including “Nico And The Niners by Roland Bingaman”.
- Written by Tyler Joseph.
- Produced by Paul Meany and Tyler Joseph.