The Strokes - Hard To Explain

The Strokes - Hard To Explain

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.

Author's Review:

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.

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