Vampire Weekend - Unbelievers

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"Unbelievers" is a song by American indie pop band Vampire Weekend. Written by the band's lead singer Ezra Koenig and multi-instrumentalist Rostam Batmanglij, and produced by Ariel Rechtshaid and Batmanglij, the song was released as the third single from their third studio album "Modern Vampires of the City" in August 2013. The band initially premiered "Unbelievers" in a live performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live on October 31, 2012. They also performed the song live on an episode of Saturday Night Live prior to it being released as a single. The song peaked at number seven on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart, becoming the band's first top ten hit on the chart, and has also peaked at number 24 on the Billboard Hot Rock Songs chart and number 158 on the UK Singles Chart. Vampire Weekend debuted this song on July 12, 2012 at their show at the House of Blues in Cleveland, when it was tentatively titled "New Song No. 2." Four and a half months later, it was performed on the Halloween episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, now with its official title, "Unbelievers" with the band made up as skeletons. Lead singer Ezra Koenig told NME: "Even though that song has some heavy themes about trying to figure out your place in the world and what you believe in and how your beliefs affect your relationships to other people, we don't mind goofing off a little bit." Koenig explained the song's meaning to NME: "There's something very powerful about religious imagery," he said, "and I've always been very interested in various religions, whether it was the one I was raised in or ones that I experienced myself. I don't like to be dismissive in any way of religion. In some ways I feel very connected to it, some of the imagery in that song, talking about the fire, is something that I find powerful. Something that I started thinking about on the last record (was) how much I can't relate to any ways of thinking that divide the world into two distinct parts," he continued. "Whether that's atheism versus religion or Republican versus Democrat, there's all these false dichotomies in the world that can be very confusing when you're trying to make up your mind about how you feel about a situation. It's almost like a sports mentality, about being on one team or the other. That doesn't mean that I don't have my own deeply helf beliefs about things that I think are right or moral or true but - and it's only gotten worse as I've gotten older - I've always had this extreme dislike of these false choices that you're presented with, so in any situation I want to try to be open-minded and look for what you can learn from something. Even in that song, the idea of being an unbeliever can mean almost anything because everybody is an unbeliever to somebody else. It doesn't matter how fervently you believe in your faith, there's always going to be another faith that calls you an unbeliever. In any sort of multicultural society, it's something that people have to grapple with and figure out." Ezra Koenig told NME: "This came during a period where we hadn't written anything we were excited about, so it was a perfect moment. The lyrics and American-ness are new for us." Though Koenig and multi-instrumentalist Rostam Batmanglij found the writing for Modern Vampires hard work this song came relatively effortlessly. "Rostam and I were over at his apartment," the singer recalled to MTV News, "he started playing on his piano, I had my laptop, started writing lyrics, and within a couple of hours we had all the main parts. So that was easy."

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- Genius.

Many people will just listen to the 30 second previews and regard the album as "boring" or "not the same". I admit, I wasn't a huge fan of the album with my first listen. But the more you listen, the more you realize that their sound has evolved and that the songs don't have have upbeat summer-sounding melodies to be amazing.

- ED97

This is real music

- awesome

this album is amazing, but doesn't really have as much replay value as their previous projects. love the experimentation though.

- Awesome

👏👏👏👏👏

- GREAT

Great music with lots of cool instruments. Get it.

- In my top 25 albums of all time!

Every time I listen to this album it gets better and it was awesome the first time. You can't go wrong with this one.

- In love

I'm absolutely in love with this album, Diane Young is such a fun song as well as Unbelievers. Hannah Hunt is probably my favorite track on the album it's absolutely beautiful. Other favorites are Don't Lie, Step and Obvious Bicycle.

- An amazing album

Have been a real big vampire weekend fan and was really pumped for the new album. Kind of a different sound then their previous albums, but just as amazing. The more I listen to it, the more I love it. Amazing.

- vp

This is honestly the best thing since oxygen.

- Wonderful Album

I've been on the fence about Vampire Weekend in the past, liking some of their songs, and disliking others. But this is their most complete album yet. It has some songs that are very accessible for those who aren't currently fans, and some songs are more complicated. So far, the best album of 2013.

- Great album

One of the best albums of 2013 and perhaps their best yet. They grew up but also evolved as musicians

- Very Good

I fell in love with the sound that Vampire Weekend established on their first album, but I also admired the evolution of their sound in Contra, and now in their latest effort as well. I've always enjoyed the imagery of their lyrics, and the cheerfulness of the music. This album delivers on all the qualities that you would expect from a Vampire Weekend album; it deals with more serious topics and sounds, but there is still a sense of rebellion and playfulness.

- This made me sad :(

This album made me so sad, I was totally looking forward to it. I give it three stars for lyrics but their sound is totally different and I'm missing their chill vibes. I still love this band and I'm looking forward to their next album though :)

- They are back!

The Vampires are back again with their best record yet. Full of amazing 12 tracks that will keep you entertained. A true masterpiece. I will never get bored of listening to it.

- The best!

I love Vampire Weekend! Besides having one of the most original and unique sounds ever, they're songs just have so much emotion and meaning to them. This album is so amazing! Words can't describe how much I love it! My favorite songs are definitely Unbelievers, Hannah Hunt, Ya Hey, Step, Everlasting Arms, Diane Young and Obvious Bicycle.

- VW IS BACK!

I bought this May, but I felt like rating it. It's a true masterpiece! It's not as upbeat (some songs are), but It lets me express art and happy

- Perfect Album

Worth the wait.

- Album Of The Year

Been a fan of VW since 2011, enjoying their first two albums while awaiting this one. It does not disappoint. This is a big leap forward in their discography, every song is crafted flawlessly and the lyrics are some of their best to date. A must buy.

- absolutely amazing

this album soars. "hannah hunt," "step," and "ya hey" are my personal favorites, but every song is completely fantastic. they truly explore another plane of existence on "hudson." this album is definitely different than the other two, but it still feels like vampire weekend. one of the best albums of the year, by far.

- Pretentious as always

First the positive. Unbelievers is a truly great song. Every one of their albums has one or two really good and breezy songs. Perfect for the summer. Unbelievers and a handful of other songs are more relatable than most of what they do. It's exciting when they write lyrics that that don't try to be Nietche on ecstasy. They manage to reign it in a bit for a couple of songs and get actually less loopy. That's why every one of their albums is worth checking out - to find the few gems. This is definitely a pick and choose kind of band. Never a good idea to purchase a whole album. Vampire Weekend are useful for their less weird and summery songs, NOT for their pretense. Maybe their ego's get what they need from getting all those psuedo-intellecutals to rub their chins and pat themselves on the backs for making connections in their lyrics. Pretentious, not witty and fresh. When you have true talent, you don't need to use so many noises and fake sounds and dress up your lyrics with esoteric allusions. Yeah weird can be cool sometimes, but weirdness is never cool when it's this intentional. When listening to their stuff I'm in a constant state of "what's the point?" "What are they getting at?" It's a Rubik's cube that i just don't care to piece together. This is all pretty meaningless. It's like Paul Simon with brain damage. The problem is, we don't need any derivation of Paul Simon in the music world.

- Amazing

I cannot stop listening to the masterpiece. Good show!

- AMAZING

catchy songs, love their album covers too:)

- Weird

Listening to this album will take u to another Level. I think that I'm high when I'm listening to this album.... Fantastic

- Flawless

Every song is so good! I can't stop listening to this album, 3 months later and it still doesn't get old. One of my all time favorite groups. Each album just gets better and better.

- Amazing

This album is hypnotizing and amazing its insane. I love this band and will continue to:D

- Unbelievable

I didn't think that they could get any better and they just keep blowing everyone away. What a great band! Thanks for the music guys.

- It Grows On You

I always loved Vampire Weekend and when I got this album I was disappointed. But after a couple listens I fell in love with the album, it is genius!!!

- genius

Vampire Weekend is genius...Nuff said...

- Don't Lie...

...Is amazing. Not sure how that song isn't the single. Great overall, big fan.

- Absolutely amazing

Once again I am impressed by this amazing band. Their lyrics have a very smooth and easy tone that makes it easy to just get lost in each song.This will forever and alway be one of my favorite albums in my iTunes library. THANK YOU VW!

- Messed up

I liked there other albums so much better :/

- Vampire weekend

I luv vampire weekend but I especially LUV EZRA KOENIG someday I hope to meet them in person

- Brilliant Album

Another Brilliant Album for the same bad, always consistent!

- Um...

I was disappointed by this album, I miss the old vampire weekend! The only song that reminds me of their previous albums was "finger back" I thought this album was going to be more fast paced and fun but instead it turned out slow and sad

- Nice.

I'm going to be honest, I wasn't totally blown away by this album the first time I listened. But it kinda grew on me, the sound, the lyrics, the depth of it all. You can tell Ezra is really improving in his songwriting approach as well as musicality. There's a more ethereal vibe here that just sweeps over you and takes you away. Far out, mang.

- MY BABIES

i listen to all of their albums and im a huge fan but this is by far my favorite record they have put out. i love how there's softer, slower songs and songs that make you want to run a mile around your high schools track. they're great dudes and they make great music

- Not Bad

I like a few songs like Step. Other songs are just bizarre and spastic.

- Right awn ti-ti-time-time.

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- :)

wow I wish I had money to buy this! I NEED IT NOW :(

- Perfection.

This album has everything. From upbeat melodies (Diane Young & Finger Back) to ghostly nostalgic sounds (Hannah Hunt.) Yes, this album is a tad different than Contra & Vampire Weekend but it shows how they've evolved and matured. Just like we change from our teenage years to adult years, they're doing the same. It's a great buy. Hannah Hunt is perfection, btw.

- Amazing

This album is golden!

- Love it!

So good!! Definite buy.

- Great!

Mvotc has a new approach to it, but is still a masterpiece. Vampire Weekend has outdone themselves yet again! (;

- THEY NEED MORE SONGS LIKE A-PUNK

This album isnt very catchy to me

- eh.

really not that great. ill listen some more, but am kinda of disappointed in this one. but I'm gonna definitely give it some more plays because i want it to be great like everything else have heard from them

- Gold

Best album yet.

- Best Album of 2013 (so far)

Modern Vampires of the City is admittedly different and darker than the band's earlier works. At first, I found myself missing the old Vampire Weekend. The album grew on me though as I began to appreciate the maturation of their music. "Everlasting Arms" is a great middle ground for those missing the old sound but willing to explore their new style.

- Very nice

I was pleasantly surprised with this album go go vampire weekend !!!

- Nice Melodies

It took a few listens to really grab me, but this is definitely better than Contra and not as good as the first album. They have really grown with respect to their songwriting. These are some of their best melodies to date. They often play in my head while I'm out running. The only bad thing is that it is lacking in guitar work and the more complex beats from their past. Many songs are just a keyboard or a simple beat under Ezra's singing. Sometimes this works nicely because the melodies are really good, but sometimes you miss the instrumentation. It's still a great album, though.

- Amazing

I've always loved vampire weekend and they impress me more and more with each new release.

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- Super!

Innovative. Immersive. Worth listening to the full narrative develop over the album.

- Brilliant!

Love it

- Can't wait!

Been looking forward to this for so long! Diane Young is so brilliant

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- Brilliant but where's a bonus album?!

Love the new songs, i was going to preorder this but i was waiting just incase they brought out a bonus album! But anyway brilliant album, Diane Young and Step are pretty good. Have the album on loop while revising!

- Wow

I've been waiting a long time for this and it's amazing. Definitely some of the best songs I've heard in years! Even better live!

- Low selfie esteem

Ezra Koenig is literally a genius! This is definitely the least preppy album that they have released so far, yet still recognisable as VW. It is great.

- Slow

Love the first album, and disappointed with this. Most tracks are so slow makes the Beach Boys seem up tempo. Didn't want to not like this, because the band are different and not enough of that, but from up beat exciting songs to, well, dirge.

- OMG

can't wait

- Love!

I love everything about vampire weekend, step, Diane young and ya hey are the only songs I've heard from this album but I'm sooo excited for the album to come out!

- Excellent!

Wow, this an awesome album by Vampire Weekend, definitely their most accomplished work yet, and very self-assured with a unique distinctive style that really, really works :)

- Instant Purchase

These are beautiful songs, by an exceptionally talented band. Don't only buy this, but check out their other albums too!

- 'Step' is brilliant

The three songs I've heard so far are amazing and I cannot wait. Still by far my favourite band ever!

- Perfection 😱❤

It came out 53 minutes ago in England and I bought it on the dot! Every song is perfect and I'm just speachless! You're a fool if you don't buy this tbh

- ❤❤❤❤

Omg I love this album so much!!!! Been waiting ages for it to be released 😝❤

- Superb

Listened to it a few times now and I absolutely love it. Its a change from their first two albums, much darker not as sunny and springy in sound. IMO Ezra should go down as one of the finest lyricists of this generation, his lyrics are just so so good. Recommend it to anyone who enjoyed their other stuff.

- Unbelievable.

Saw these guys most recently live in a small venue after the release of Contra; indisputably the most intoxicating, upbeat (not to mention my favourite) music, of all time. Can. Not. Wait.

- Amazing

I have loved Vampire Weekend for so long! Love the songs that I've heard from this album so far :) this band makes me so happy And yeah, I agree they need to come to Liverpool :)

- This Album...

Vampire Weekend and Contra are two of my favourite albums ever. Hope this is as good, and please bring the tour to Liverpool, UK.

- Skellycopter

I am currently streaming their album and every song is amazing!! unbelievers especially!!

- Brilliant from start to finish!

A big step up artistically from the previous two albums, which are both brilliant anyway! The singles and tracks released already are still stand out songs, but so are the opening two songs, Obivous Bicycle and Unbelievers, as well as the outré Young Lion! Well worth the wait and well worth getting!

- this is the best album in the entire world.

the best album i have ever heard and by the best band in the entire world.

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