80's Comedown Machine

The Strokes · Comedown Machine [2013]

It's not the first time

That I've watched you

Passing by

I've tried too hard

To get back there

But, you never try

Anymore

Tried to get in with you

For a second time

You said the world closed down

But, you caught it

Get back inside

So please

Run away

So please

Run away

I tried to believe in it

For a second try

It's there in the safe

Why don't you

Close the blinds

For the night?

So please

Run away

So please

Run away

So please

Run away

So please

Run away

Run away

So please

Run away

Runaway

80's Comedown Machine

Released on the 2013 album Comedown Machine, "80's Comedown Machine" is a track by The Strokes that blends their signature post-punk energy with a nostalgic nod to 1980s synth-pop aesthetics. The song features prominent synthesizer lines and a driving rhythm that contrasts with the band's earlier raw sound, reflecting the group's evolution as they explored new sonic territories. It serves as a key example of their ability to integrate retro influences into their modern rock framework while maintaining their distinctive vocal delivery and melodic sensibility. The recording stands as a significant song in their discography, showcasing their continued relevance and creative experimentation in the mid-2010s.