Although this song is pre-divorce of Julian and his now ex-wife, it does not seem to come from his point of view. At the time, RCA seemed to expect a new album from them and the annoyance of the band itself somewhat shows in this track. The song hints at the story line of a man going on a trip to Japan and having an affair with another woman there. Whether it was casual sex or a full on relationship, it seems to backfire when he’s realizing he has become the douche bag that he always stereotyped cheating people to be. As RCA wanted another album from them, they produced it and it fa… read more
Although this song is pre-divorce of Julian and his now ex-wife, it does not seem to come from his point of view. At the time, RCA seemed to expect a… read more
Although this song is pre-divorce of Julian and his now ex-wife, it does not seem to come from his point of view. At the time, RCA seemed to expect a new album from them and the annoyanc… read more
The Strokes are an influential and innovative indie rock band, known for their distinctive sound and cultural impact, particularly in the early 2000s. Members Julian Casablancas (vocals), Nick Valensi (guitar), Albert Hammond Jr. (guitar), Nikolai Fraiture (bass), and Fabrizio Moretti (drums) Formation The founding process of The Strokes was a serendipitous convergence of childhood connections and a shared musical vision. Julian Casablancas, Fabrizio Moretti, and Nick Valensi, childhood friends with varying musical experiences, came together in the late '90s. The trio's dy… read more
The Strokes are an influential and innovative indie rock band, known for their distinctive sound and cultural impact, particularly in the early 2000s. Members Julian Casablancas (vocals), N… read more
The Strokes are an influential and innovative indie rock band, known for their distinctive sound and cultural impact, particularly in the early 2000s. Members Julian Casablancas (vocals), Nick Valensi (guitar), Albert Hammond Jr. (guit… read more