Districts, The - Suburban Smell Lyrics






There are 16 homes on every street
They all of course lie in the neatest rows
Cradling broken homes and dinner prayers
Rocking us all to sleep in bones

Which one's mine? I can't tell
We're sick of that suburban smell
They look the same, look the same
And all the kids with money laugh
Cheering for the retard dance
Cheering for a touchdown they laugh

But I am not like them. I am not like them
I'm leaving because I'm sick of watching them
Watch the retard dance

There's a party at the rich kid's house, while I get stoned
In basements
Mother I am not myself, but I don't laugh and
Watch the retard dance
There are so many homes on every street
Piling into lines so neat, but I won't
Fold into these lives, I'm too drunk on that
Suburban smell, to know which one of them is mine
They look the same, look the same

God gave us 16 homes on every street so we all
Pray at the dinner table, our sons are strong
And they are able, to laugh and watch
The retard dance

I'm sick of that suburban smell
I'm sick of that suburban smell





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  1. D.... T....

    J'ai jamais eu d'indigestion avec les concerts à emporter d'la Blogothèque. C'est un régal, continuez !

  2. m.... ....

    My favourite band, back again to hear this masterclass performance

  3. B.... C....

    That lady definitely bailed once she realized he was saying "retard dance"

  4. P.... R....

    4th & Roebling starts @ 3:00

  5. C.... A....

    Love the Districts!

  6. b.... m....

    by far my favorite band, please don't stop doing what youre doing

  7. o.... ....

    the way he starts crying after that lady leaves is heartbreaking and i dont even know why

  8. B.... M....

    UNDERRATED!!!

  9. S.... ....

    "I don't know if I use my head the right way, but then again who is to say that I'm wrong." -- Probably one of the best lines ever.

  10. A.... M....

    The individualist will arise out of and any superficial privilege or curse. The rose that grew from concrete.

  11. K.... D....

    Where was this recorded? It's beautiful!

  12. R.... J....

    This is absolutely incredible. I haven’t even heard the album version of Suburban Smell, but I know it’ll never be as good as this. The vocals overwhelm me perfectly, not to mention the insane quality of the lyrics. The scenery is beautiful. And something about that woman and her kid staying gets you, then it’s as if she’s unimpressed when they leave. And the song ends and tears are wiped away, and the camera pans to the great big wonderful sky. The best part is it’s not apparent what his tears are for. Could be the song, the scenery, or the mother walking away. Or a combination of all three or parts of them. I’m completely blown away. Gonna listen to this on repeat for a while cause my soul needs it.

  13. B.... D....

    I posted a comment about this 3 years ago. Here I am today. Listening and enjoying it even more.

  14. L.... B....

    Want to see more? Subscribe: http://bit.ly/SubBlogo

  15. G.... L....

    they were so good....

  16. L.... P....

    Every now and then, you're in my mind.

  17. m.... ....

    They’re so talented

  18. N.... T....

    Love this. Especially the first one. It sounds like tears on fire.

  19. P.... ....

    I've been in a really hard depression for quite a while now... and this is what keeps me going, the things that make the world beautiful and I don't want to miss. Thank you.

  20. L.... M....

    Return visit to this music video as I'm watching them in a small gig in Cambs tomorrow for the new album. This video and the tunes is just amazing. So talented

  21. Y.... ....

    Les plus talentueux ne sont pas très connus ..

  22. F.... G....

    I am 17 and I think I just cried tears of pure joy for the first time. What is this music.

  23. P.... ....

    their newest song is trash compared to this. so generic. my heart is broke

  24. R.... L....

    3:46 gives me CHILLS everytime good GOD

  25. K.... A....

    <3 best

  26. j.... ....

    musca psicodelica, hace volar !!

  27. B.... W....

    cant wait to see them

  28. K.... D....

    dem Strokes chords!

  29. W.... p....

    Orginal 4th and robeling was better

  30. M.... N....

    this 4th and Roebling recording is my favourite song now. wow.

  31. G.... R....

    Dude
    For the ones who lost in train

  32. T.... ....

    https://youtu.be/IPoVpV6Bpw4 we covered suburban smell you guys can try to figure out the guitar from the video:))

  33. P.... N....

    Wanna show our band Port Nocturnal some lovin?! check out our videos live at The Chesterfield. Psychedelic/bluesy/alternative/soulful pure rock and roll!
    https://youtu.be/_-i0ARwkAYU

  34. o.... r....

    I always find myself coming back to this, so beautiful

  35. M.... B....

    Somehow, I feel like I've known Rob my entire life and that we're just having a conversation. The reverb under that bridge.... god damn.

  36. D.... W....

    Does anyone know the tabs for that riff in Suburban Smell!?!? I can't find it anywhere

  37. A.... P....

    Loving this.

  38. S.... ....

    Was he crying at the end of suburban smell?

  39. B.... H....

    I swear, this version of Suburban Smell is better than the album one lol.

  40. T.... H....

    Someone help. trying to learn this great song on guitar. anyone know the chords?

    T.... H....

    the verses are just F#m - A - D - D and the chorus is F#m - C#m - D - B. You can get the feel and rhythm pretty well from watching this video over and over haha. I'm still figuring out the tabs for that riff

    T.... H....

    +Tyler Hentges Also, all barre chords

    T.... H....

    Awesome! thanks so much. If you figure it out let me know!

    T.... H....

    +Tyler Hentges it's D7 actually, not D

  41. p.... ....

    So so Good <3

  42. H.... T....

    Does anyone know the chords for Suburban Smell?

  43. E.... U....

    Beautifully Filmed! Keep it up!

  44. c.... ....

    Superb directing and cinematography!

  45. X.... E....

    this is so fucking good

  46. d.... ....

    Great show. Would have loved to been there. Also, whoever recorded this is a fucking idiot and has no taste in angles.

  47. G.... S....

    Have you seen their website?! Awesome though it is not all finished yet

  48. c.... ....

    Yo, so particularly sober the other night i was havin a bit of a la blogofest, watchin these guys and all the rest and I heard someone?, an acoustic performance with a leg accordion press? thing. . A long shot i know but what the hell .. Any ideas who it was ??

    c.... ....

    The second half of Bon Iver's take away show for "For Emma?"

    c.... ....

    +Nash Uebel Alas no, unless i hunted the wrong out, Im afraid its lost .. Thanks for the reply though, good reason to give this one another watch ..

  49. m.... ....

    Its like drinking from a lil teacup

  50. J.... B....

    these guys fucking suck...like all new music!

    J.... B....

    Ahahaaaaa ... 😂

  51. M.... M....

    Does anyone know any other music/musicians/ bands like The Districts? Especially stuff like 'Suburban Smell' - that's songs so fricking rad.

    M.... M....

    Benjamin Booker

    M.... M....

    The Front Bottoms, Early Tigers Jaw like "Never Saw it Coming"

    M.... M....

    Arcade fire's The Suburbs album has the same subject matter as suburban smell(the name gives it away). It throws the same vibe and its one of my favorite albums.

    M.... M....

    Dear and the headlights. Great great band.
    Pretty similar

    M.... M....

    Local Natives or Head and the Heart

  52. H.... ....

    Wish i could download the performances as they give the songs such a softer vibe.

  53. a.... s....

    love the raw quality to his voice.

  54. S.... ....

    This is music as its purest, thanks for this experience La Blogothèque.

  55. G.... u....

    this sounds a little like "I can tell we are going to be friends" by the White Stripes

  56. K.... H....

    Lablogotheque has been one of the biggest inspirations in my life for years ever since I discovered them years ago, when i was in my teens. It's one of if not my favorite place on Youtube. I have been looking for ways to dig deeper into who I am with music and I think I have to reach out because I want to know what total strangers think of what I'm doing. My name's Kevin Hackett and I have music on this "Live" channel.

    If you take a few minutes to listen, I hope it isn't a waste of your time and I will greatly appreciate it.

  57. D.... B....

    I heard this while shopping in PacSun which made picking out clothes ten times more enjoyable! I'm glad I Shazam-ed this song!

  58. p.... ....

    Absolutely beautiful

  59. C.... B....

    I love this band, but really not a massive fan of the guitarist. Turn that stupid effect off, theres no need

  60. R.... K....

    great band, the performance at the southside festival this year was awesome! i like this vid!

  61. J.... W....

    I went to Warwick HS in Lititz. Great to see such good music come out of such a small town! I can understand completely how the word is used as well as I have personally seen similar acts during my years there.

  62. W.... ....

    anybody knows the chords ?

  63. M.... W....

    I cant wait to see them!! 2 weeks left

  64. L.... P....

    The Districts Everybody. Like and spread the word.

  65. M.... B....

    This is so sick! The video quality/sound is amazing, what camera was used to film this?

  66. M.... Z....

    Fcking perfect. . . .

  67. a.... ....

    the others joining in on 4th and Roebling tho. another great take away

  68. N.... J....

    Great song and great video. I felt it . Keep doing it .

  69. O.... ....

    beautiful.

  70. l.... ....

    This is one of my favorites video

  71. S.... O....

    Heard them at loufest last year and fell in love instantly. By far my favorite band

  72. M.... B....

    His voice makes me want to cry. Wonderful video, like everything else you folks do!

  73. C.... R....

    This is beautiful.  Your work is stunning.  Pair the camera work with 2 incredible songs, and you've got me watching this on repeat.

  74. g.... ....

    this is maybe the greatest (my favourite) video on the whole of youtube

  75. J.... B....

    Ahhhhh this is so refreshing - camera work is beautiful :)

  76. L.... L....

    Why did I start pouring down tears during this first song?? I'm in love with this song!

    L.... L....

    So much passion!

  77. A.... V....

    .i saw them live and they're whole sound is just... Passionate they make music that's truly art

  78. B.... D....

    This, in my opinion , is the best live performance they have produced. Kudos to La Blogotheque for their excellent cinematography. There's always something about the intimacy it forces upon you that makes the music that much better.

  79. L.... A....

    so beautiful man

  80. b.... ....

    i can't believe i put off listening to this video as long as I did 10/10

  81. R.... S....

    J'ai redécouvert les Take Away Show il y a peu. Un gros progrès en qualité visuelle et sonore depuis l'époque de ceux avec Beirut que je regardais étant plus jeune.
    Continuez votre travail les mecs, merci de nous faire découvrir des artistes incroyables qui font de cette chaîne l'une de mes préférés !

  82. A.... T....

    I like the districts, and "suburban smell" sounds great but how can I relate to kids who live in the suburbs, I know and have friends who live in projects, my friends would be happy to live in the suburbs. Like suburbs kids have it all I bet, and my friends have graffiti and barred windows. Its kinda hard to feel bad when someone have more than you

    A.... T....

    It's more about conformity and how also people that have it all take it for granted and/or are dicks

  83. C.... O....

    fucking awesome..

  84. J.... ....

    Thanks for that take away show, thanks for sharing it and long live the Districts...

  85. J.... ....

    Great performance, every live clip I've seen of these guys has been good and this is no exception.

    Also The Blogothéques sound guy does a great job, I don't really know much about sound recording if I'm being honest, but I can imagine that it must be difficult to record outside like this and make it sound this good. I'm surprised there's barely any noise pullution.

  86. B.... ....

    Blessed :D

  87. M.... ....

    Very promising band. Sound's amazing!

  88. o.... r....

    I just think these guys are ahead of everyone with how they create music and about life with their lyrics, so good

  89. I.... M....

    Take away shows are awesome 
    The Districts are such a good band 

  90. d.... ....

    can someone teach me this  on guitar

  91. A.... L....

    I fucking love this! I love their new record as well, but his raw singing without the use of excessive effects just gives me goose bumps every fucking time!

  92. K.... S....

    hell yeah!! i love take away shows and this bands from my town!! i remember the first time i heard them was at a local show at world cafe at a lou reed tribute show after he passed and i was especially stoked because they were my age and how great they were

  93. O.... L....

    I've been following the districts for forever and it's great to see them get some publicity! be sure to check out their other stuff people :) thanks for the upload.

  94. B.... P....

    That's insanely cool that you guys made a Take Away Show for The Districts!

    PS. I've been a fan of the Take Away Shows for years now and they're still great!

    B.... P....

    Merci !

  95. J.... J....

    Seriously needed this song just now

    J.... J....

    So it's all for the best ;)

    J.... J....

    haha yes

  96. D.... V....

    Good job guys !!! Blogothèque is the best

  97. e.... ....

    Camera work was a bit uncomfortable.

    e.... ....

    @eueu that's the whole point of our Take Away Shows :)

  98. V.... L....

    music is more beautiful in paris