Julien
Placebo · Battle For The Sun [2009]
Take a look, it's all around you
You thought you'd never shed a tear
So this must astound, must confound you
Buy a ticket for the train
Hide in a suitcase if you have to
This ain't no singing in the rain
This is a twister that will destroy you
You can run but you can't hide
Because no one here gets out alive
Find a friend in whom you can confide
Julien, you're a slow motion suicide
Fallen angels in the night
And everyone is barred from heaven
Just one more hit to make it right
But everyone turns into seven
Now that it's snowing in your brain
Even ten will not placate you
This ain't no cure for the pain
This avalanche will suffocate you
You can run but you can't hide
Because no one here gets out alive
Find a friend on whom you can rely
Julien, you're being taken for a ride
You can run but you can't hide
Because no one here gets out alive
Find a friend in whom you can confide
Julien, you're a slow motion suicide
Slow motion suicide...
Julien
Julien stands as a compelling song in Placebo's discography, appearing on the 2009 album Battle For The Sun. The track exemplifies the band's signature alternative rock sound, blending melodic sensibilities with the distinctive vocal delivery of Brian Molko. Released during a period where the group continued to refine their post-grunge and indie rock identity, the song captures the atmospheric textures characteristic of their mid-career work. Julien contributes to the album's broader exploration of emotional depth and sonic experimentation, showcasing the band's ability to craft introspective yet accessible music. As part of this era's output, the recording reflects Placebo's ongoing evolution, maintaining their status as influential figures in the British rock scene while delivering a performance that resonates with both longtime fans and new listeners.