Bloc Party – “Pigwig”
Imagine that you're in a relationship and your partner's pet name for you is "Pigwig." How would that ever work? How would you have a future with this person? I truly don't believe it would matter that the nickname had a cute backstory or an emotional resonance. I'd have to get out of that situation immediately . I'd be like, "This person does not respect me." I don't think that's what I'm…
Bloc Party's Kele Okereke has expressed his distaste for the album's title track, "Pigwig." The frontman feels that the name symbolizes being unexpectedly overwhelmed by love, which he finds repulsive. The new single is part of the band's upcoming concept album, "Anatomy Of A Brief Romance," which also includes singles "Coming On Strong" and "Love Bombs."
The album, produced by Trevor Horn, is set to release on September 11th through cOnTAGIOUS LTD/Virgin. The band teased the "Pigwig" track on social media, but it received negative reactions from fans before its official release. The accompanying music video was directed by Laura Perrett.
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