Ten
Jimmy Eat World · Clarity [1999]
So it seems we slow down.
Meet me with a way out through the lies.
Nowhere, going nowhere in the fake yellow light.
Blame no one.
Blame no one.
The feelings change so fast.
Safety scares them away.
I can't bring myself to say it's my own advice I need.
Nowhere and then nowhere.
Living trapped inside the chase.
Blame no one.
Blame no one.
Our weakness is the same.
We need poison sometimes.
Our weakness is the same.
We need poison sometimes.
So take another drink with me.
Blame no one.
Blame no one.
Blame no one.
Blame no one.
Look in my eyes and blame no one.
About Ten
Jimmy Eat World's "Ten" stands as a defining track from their 1999 album *Clarity*, capturing the raw energy and melodic sensibilities that characterized their mid-90s breakthrough. Released during a pivotal era for the band, the song exemplifies their signature blend of punk aggression and pop accessibility, featuring the distinctive vocal delivery of lead singer Jimmy Somerville. As a staple of their discography, the recording has become an enduring anthem associated with the late 90s alternative rock scene, often cited alongside other key releases from *Clarity* and subsequent albums like *Futures* and *Bleed American*. Its enduring popularity reflects the band's ability to craft emotionally resonant hooks that bridged the gap between hardcore punk and mainstream pop-rock, cementing their legacy in the history of American indie music.