Seven Nation Army
The White Stripes · Under Great White Northern Lights [2010]
A seven nation army couldn't hold me back
They're gonna rip it off
Taking their time right behind my back
And I'm talking to myself at night
Because I can't forget
Back and forth through my mind
Behind a cigarette
And a message coming from my eyes says leave it alone
Don't want to hear about it
Every single one's got a story to tell
Everyone knows about it
From the Queen of England to the hounds of Hell
And if I catch it coming back my way
I'm gonna serve it to you
And that ain't what you want to hear
But that's what I'll do
And a feeling coming from my bones says find a home
I'm going to Wichita
Far from this opera, forever more
I'm going to work the straw
Make the sweat drip out of every pore
And I'm bleeding and I'm bleeding and I'm bleeding
Right before the Lord
All the words are going to bleed from me
And I will think no more
And the stains coming from my blood tell me go back home
Seven Nation Army
The White Stripes' "Seven Nation Army" stands as a defining anthem of garage rock revival, blending raw energy with a distinctive bass-driven rhythm that mimics a drum beat. Released on the 2001 album *White Blood Cells*, the track became an instant global phenomenon, transcending its indie origins to become a staple in pop culture and a symbol of the band's unique aesthetic. The song's infectious hook and minimalist production exemplified Jack White's and Meg White's collaborative chemistry, influencing countless artists across genres. Its enduring popularity has cemented it as a cultural touchstone, frequently sampled and referenced in media worldwide, while remaining a core component of The White Stripes' legacy as pioneers of modern garage rock.