Florence + the Machine - Hurricane Drunk Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'Hurricane Drunk'?

   'Hurricane Drunk' was written by Florence Welch, the lead vocalist of Florence + the Machine, and songwriter Francis White.

2. What inspired Florence Welch to write 'Hurricane Drunk'?

   Florence Welch was inspired by her own experience of heartbreak. She expressed how the overwhelming emotions from breaking up with her boyfriend led her to write the song in about 10 minutes. The song captures the intensity of dealing with pain and the feeling of invincibility that follows.

3. What album is 'Hurricane Drunk' a part of?

   'Hurricane Drunk' is part of Florence + the Machine's debut studio album, 'Lungs,' which was released in 2009.

4. What unique elements are present in the 'Hurricane Drunk' music video?

   Florence Welch tweeted that the music video features blue-skinned Shangri La ladies, a Viking, a gospel choir, and herself dressed as a Kabuki monk, portraying a mix of eclectic and vivid imagery.

5. How does Florence Welch describe the feeling of heartbreak in 'Hurricane Drunk'?

   Welch described heartbreak as 'delicious' and 'intoxicating,' noting that it makes you realize how insignificant other concerns are. Despite feeling devastated, she also felt a sense of freedom and invincibility, which is reflected in the song’s lyrics.

6. What themes are explored in 'Hurricane Drunk'?

   'Hurricane Drunk' explores themes of heartbreak, emotional turmoil, and self-destructive behavior, embodied by lyrics that discuss drinking oneself to death and feeling both alive and dead upon seeing an ex-lover with someone else.