This breakout single, a dark-tinged slice of synth-pop, became a global phenomenon despite its grim subject matter.
- "Pumped Up Kicks" was released as a single on September 1, 2010, by Foster the People.
- The song's lyrics detail a disturbed student planning a school shooting, a stark contrast to its upbeat, summery sound.
- Despite its lyrical content, the song reached number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and was a massive international hit.
Foster the People is an American indie rock band from Los Angeles, best known for their catchy synth-pop sound. At the time of "Pumped Up Kicks," they were on the cusp of a major breakthrough.
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