Released on the 1993 album Cosy Den, "Straw" is a defining track by the British indie band Bear Quartet. The song exemplifies the group's signature blend of jangly guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and introspective lyrics that became hallmarks of their early work. As a key component of their discography, the recording captures the raw energy and melodic sensibility that characterized their debut era. It stands alongside other notable tracks from the same period, contributing to the band's reputation for crafting catchy, emotionally resonant pop-rock songs that resonated deeply with audiences in the early 1990s.