Arctic Monkeys - Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High? Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What genre is 'Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High?' by Arctic Monkeys?

   The song 'Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High?' by Arctic Monkeys is described as a mix of R&B, funk rock, and blues rock. The band's use of stuttering hip hop beats is also notable in this song.

2. Who directed the music video for 'Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High?' and what does it depict?

   The music video for 'Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High?' was directed by Chicago-born photographer Nabil Elderkin. The video shows Alex Turner leaving a pub in East London after having drinks with his bandmates. He then stumbles through the streets, repeatedly texting a girl named Stephanie, hallucinating along the way.

3. Did 'Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High?' receive any award nominations?

   Yes, the music video for 'Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High?' received a nomination for Best Rock Video at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards.

4. Has anyone notable covered 'Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High?' and what was the reception?

   In January 2014, Miley Cyrus covered the song during her MTV Unplugged special. Her version garnered critical acclaim with several critics praising her vocal delivery and her ability to bring a unique flair to the song.

5. Where has Arctic Monkeys performed 'Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High?' live?

   'Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High?' has been performed multiple times by Arctic Monkeys at various music festivals and radio stations. They performed a stripped-down version of the song on BBC's Live Lounge and also included it in the setlist of their AM Tour.

6. What was the inspiration behind 'Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High?'?

   Frontman Alex Turner revealed that the song was inspired by a voicemail he received 'along those lines.' The song is set at 3 a.m. at some party, depicting desperation for a late-night rendezvous.