This Is A Low
Blur · Midlife: A Beginner's Guide to Blur [2009]
Around the bay of biscay and back for tea
Hit traffic on the dogger bank
Up the thames to find a taxi rank
Sail on by with the tide and go asleep
And the radio says
(chorus)
This is a low
But it won't hurt you
When you are alone it will be there with you
Finding ways to stay solo
On the tyne forth and cramity
There's a low in the high forties
And saturday's locked away on the pier
Not fast enough dear
On the malin head, blackpool looks blue and red
And the queen, she's gone round the bend
Jumped off land's end
(chorus x 3)
This Is A Low
This Is A Low stands as a reflective song in Blur's expansive catalogue, appearing on the 2009 compilation Midlife: A Beginner's Guide to Blur. The track captures the band's signature Britpop sensibilities while exploring themes of introspection and emotional vulnerability characteristic of their later work. Damon Albarn's songwriting often balances witty observation with genuine sentiment, and this recording exemplifies that duality through its melodic structure and lyrical depth. As part of a collection designed to introduce new listeners to the group's history, the song serves as an accessible point of song into their diverse discography. It highlights the enduring appeal of Blur's music, showcasing their ability to craft memorable melodies that resonate across different eras of their career without relying on overt chart dominance.