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The True Meaning Behind PUMPED UP KICKS

Middle 8
717K subscribers
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4.4M views 5 years ago #PumpedUpKicks #FosterThePeople #VideoEssay
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & Tik Tok: @moremiddle8 🚪 Unlock a new world of music as a Middle 8 member! 🎥 Exclusive access to VIP Video Previews and Discord Club 💿 Digital Vinyl Badges for all members 🤫 Behind-the-scenes peeks, VIP treatment, fan features, merch deals 🎫 Join now at https://www.youtube.com/Middle8/join Discover the true meaning behind Foster the People's hit song "Pumped Up Kicks" and the dark inspiration behind its catchy tropical tune. Despite its questionable subject matter, the track became a breakthrough hit and sparked conversation about youth culture and mental illness. Learn about the song's creation and why it's worth taking the time to truly listen. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 1:01 The making of Pumped Up Kicks 3:46 A hit that works on so many levels 4:50 Murder in pop music 5:36 Why we keep listening 6:13 Foster's thoughts 6:44 Conclusion #Middle8 #FosterThePeople #PumpedUpKicks #VideoEssay The Darker Meaning Behind Foster the People's 'Pumped Up Kicks' Why 'Pumped Up Kicks' Became a Breakthrough Hit The True Story Behind Foster the People's 'Pumped Up Kicks' ...more
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The True Meaning Behind PUMPED UP KICKS
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4,400,083Views
2020Mar 13
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & Tik Tok: @moremiddle8 🚪 Unlock a new world of music as a Middle 8 member! 🎥 Exclusive access to VIP Video Previews and Discord Club 💿 Digital Vinyl Badges for all members 🤫 Behind-the-scenes peeks, VIP treatment, fan features, merch deals 🎫 Join now at https://www.youtube.com/Middle8/join Discover the true meaning behind Foster the People's hit song "Pumped Up Kicks" and the dark inspiration behind its catchy tropical tune. Despite its questionable subject matter, the track became a breakthrough hit and sparked conversation about youth culture and mental illness. Learn about the song's creation and why it's worth taking the time to truly listen. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 1:01 The making of Pumped Up Kicks 3:46 A hit that works on so many levels 4:50 Murder in pop music 5:36 Why we keep listening 6:13 Foster's thoughts 6:44 Conclusion #Middle8 #FosterThePeople #PumpedUpKicks #VideoEssay The Darker Meaning Behind Foster the People's 'Pumped Up Kicks' Why 'Pumped Up Kicks' Became a Breakthrough Hit The True Story Behind Foster the People's 'Pumped Up Kicks'

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Middle 8

717K subscribers