Nothing Matters When We're Dancing
The Magnetic Fields · 69 Love Songs Pt. 1 [1999]
Let's pretend this song won't end and we never have to go home
And we'll dance among the chandeliers
And nothing matters when we're dancing
In tat or tatters you're entrancing
Be we in Paris or in Lansing
Nothing matters when we're dancing
You've never been more beautiful, your eyes like two full moons
As here in this poor old dancehall among the dreadful tunes
The awful songs we don't even hear
And nothing matters when we're dancing
In tat or tatters you're entrancing
Be we in Paris or in Lansing
Nothing matters when we're dancing
And nothing matters when we're dancing
In tat or tatters you're entrancing
Be we in Paris or in Lansing
Nothing matters when we're dancing
Nothing Matters When We're Dancing
The Magnetic Fields' "Nothing Matters When We're Dancing" appears on the 1999 album *69 Love Songs Pt. 1*. The track exemplifies the group's signature blend of indie pop and art rock, characterized by intricate vocal harmonies and a dreamlike atmosphere. Released during a pivotal period for the band, the recording reflects their exploration of romantic themes and surreal imagery, typical of their discography from the late 1990s. The song contributes to the album's cohesive narrative, utilizing lush instrumentation to create an immersive listening experience that defines the era's alternative sound. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to capture the fleeting nature of intimacy through a polished yet emotionally resonant production.