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about this song
Featured in numerous TV shows, films and video games, like The Hangover, Here Comes the Boom, Shrek the Third and Need for Speed: Carbon. It is a downloadable track for Rock Band and a singable song in Karaoke Revolution: American Idol Encore 2.
why this is interesting
This track exemplifies Wolfmother's gift for fusing heavy rock with unexpected melodic sophistication. The song builds methodically from a sparse, intriguing opening into layered instrumentation that rewards close listening—each element, from the guitar work to the vocal harmonies, serves the composition's architecture rather than overwhelming it. What distinguishes it culturally is its unusual capacity to function across contexts: equally compelling as a standalone listening experience and as functional music in films and games, suggesting something genuinely engaging beneath the surface. The songwriting demonstrates restraint alongside ambition, exploring themes of deception and duality without didacticism. For listeners curious about how modern rock can balance accessibility with genuine craft, this represents a useful reference point