Hard to Explain is a song by the American rock band The Strokes, released in 2001 as the second single from their debut album, Is This It.
The song features a rhythm guitar riff that has been compared to The Velvet Underground, and a drum pattern that has been compared to The Sex Pistols.
Lyrically, the song is about the superficiality of a relationship and the difficulty of truly understanding someone.
"We're not a band, we're a team."
Hard to Explain is considered one of the best songs of the 2000s and has been praised by critics for its catchy melody and raw, energetic sound.
The Strokes' debut album, Is This It, was a game-changer in the early 2000s, and "Hard to Explain" is one of its standout tracks. The song's raw energy and catchy melody make it a must-listen for fans of indie rock and garage rock.