Lampshades on Fire - Modest Mouse - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"Lampshades on Fire" is an energetic and satirical track by indie-rock band Modest Mouse, released in 2014 as the lead single from their album Strangers to Ourselves. The song features the band's signature sound, blending catchy, off-kilter rhythms with sharp lyrics. Frontman Isaac Brock delivers a fast-paced vocal performance, critiquing modern society’s destructive tendencies and reckless consumption, set against a backdrop of lively guitar riffs and punchy percussion. Lyrically, "Lampshades on Fire" addresses themes of environmental degradation and the careless way people exploit their surroundings, evoking a sense of urgency and chaos. The upbeat, almost celebratory tone contrasts with the darker message, adding a layer of irony that has long been a hallmark of Modest Mouse’s style. "Lampshades on Fire" was well received, helping to reignite interest in the band after an eight-year gap between albums.