Country Feedback
R.E.M. · Part Lies, Part Heart, Part Truth, Part Garbage - 1982 - 2011 [2011]
This film is on
On a maddening loop
These clothes,
These clothes don't fit us right
I'm to blame
It's all the same
It's all the same
You come to me with the bone in your hand
You come to me with your hair curled tight
You come to me with positions
You come to me with excuses
Ducked out in a row
You wear me out
You wear me out
We've been through fake-a-breakdown
Self-hurt, plastics, collections
Self-help, self-pain,
EST, psychics, fuck all
I was central
I had control
I lost my head
I need this
I need this
A paperweight, junk garage
Winter rain, a honey pot
Crazy, all the lovers have been tagged
A hotline, a wanted ad
It's crazy what you could've had
It's crazy what you could've had
It's crazy what you could've had
I need this
I need this
It's crazy what you could've had
Crazy what you could've had
I need it
I need this
It's crazy what you could've had
It's crazy what you could've had
I need this
I-I need this
It's crazy what you could've had
I need this
I need this
It's crazy what you could've had
Crazy what you could've had
I need this
I need this
Crazy what you could've had
Crazy what you could've had
Country Feedback
Released on the 1991 album Out of Time, "Country Feedback" stands as a defining track in R.E.M.'s later work, blending their signature indie-rock sound with a distinct country influence. The song features a driving rhythm section and a vocal delivery that balances melodic accessibility with the band's characteristic introspective lyricism. It represents a pivotal moment in the group's evolution, showcasing their willingness to explore diverse musical textures while maintaining their core identity. The track has become a staple of the band's discography, frequently cited as a key example of their ability to integrate regional American music styles into their broader catalog. Its enduring popularity highlights the band's success in creating music that resonates across generations and genres.