"Somebody That I Used to Know" by Gotye featuring Kimbra is an iconic song released in 2011 as part of Gotye's album Making Mirrors. The song became a global hit, topping charts worldwide and winning numerous awards, including the Grammy for Record of the Year in 2013.
The track explores the end of a relationship from two perspectives, highlighting feelings of betrayal, detachment, and unresolved emotions. Gotye's haunting vocals and minimal instrumentation contrast beautifully with Kimbra's poignant response in the second verse. Memorable lines include:
"You didn't have to cut me off
Make out like it never happened
And that we were nothing."
The song's distinctive xylophone melody and emotionally charged lyrics resonated with audiences, making it one of the most defining tracks of the 2010s. Its creative music video, featuring body paint and a visually striking aesthetic, became iconic as well.
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