The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret

Queens of the Stone Age

About The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret

"The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret" is the first single from Queens of the Stone Age's second album, Rated R. It was released in the summer of 2000 through Interscope Records in Europe as a standard single, and in the US as only a promotional one. The track became arguably the band's most recognizable and popular song at its time of release. Its music video received mild airplay on music television. It was also the only single from Rated R to get a chart position, reaching number 21 on the Mainstream Rock charts, number 36 on the Modern Rock charts and number 31 on the UK Singles Chart. The song was featured in the films Sound City and Smokin' Aces 2: Assassins' Ball, the TV series Numbers, Nip/Tuck, Entourage and Daria, and in the video games Tony Hawk: Ride, Driver: San Francisco and Gran Turismo 5. 


Year:
2000
9:35
182 
#2

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Well I've got a secret, I cannot say
Blame all the movement to give it away
You've got somethin', I understand
Holding it tightly, caught on command
Leap of faith, do you doubt?
Cut you in, I just cut you out

Whatever you do
Don't tell anyone
Whatever you do
Don't tell anyone

I look for reflections, in your face
Canine devotion, time can't erase
Out on the corner, locked in your room
I never believe them and I never assume
Still can't believe there is a lie
Promises promise, an eye for an eye
We've got something to reveal
No one can know how we feel

Whatever you do
Don't tell anyone
Whatever you do
Don't tell anyone

Whatever you do
Don't tell anyone
Whatever you do
Don't tell

I think you already know
How far I'd go not to say
You know the art isn't gone
And I'm taking this all to the grave

Whatever you do
Don't tell anyone
Whatever you do
Don't tell anyone

Whatever you do
Don't tell anyone
Whatever you do
Don't tell

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Queens of the Stone Age

Queens of the Stone Age is an American rock band from Palm Desert, California, United States, formed in 1997. The band's line-up includes founding member Josh Homme (lead vocals, guitar), alongside longtime members Troy Van Leeuwen (guitar, lap steel, backing vocals), Michael Shuman (bass guitar, backing vocals), Dean Fertita (keyboards, guitar, percussion, backing vocals), and Jon Theodore (drums, percussion). Former members include, Dave Grohl, Nick Oliveri, and Joey Castillo. more »

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Written by: JOSH HOMME, NICK OLIVERI

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13 facts about this song

Release Information
"The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret" is a song by "Queens of the Stone Age", released on August 7, 2000, as the lead single from their second album titled "Rated R".
Band Members
At the time of the song's release, the band consisted of Josh Homme, Nick Oliveri, Gene Trautmann, and Dave Catching.
Chart Success
The song reached number 21 on the UK Singles chart and number 36 on the US Modern Rock chart. It was also their first song to chart in America.
Music Video
The music video for "The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret" was directed by Brett Simon. It features the band playing in a surreal, haunted mansion, along with several random characters.
Lyrics
The lyrics to the song have been interpreted to reference the burden of keeping secrets, and dealing with paranoia or guilt.
Recognition
The song is considered to be one of Queens of the Stone Age's most popular songs, and is often performed live.
Grammy Nomination
"The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret" was nominated for the "Best Hard Rock Performance" category at the 43rd Annual Grammy Awards.
Cover Version
In 2014, the Australian musician Eves Karydas (known at the time as Eves) released as a cover of "The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret" for Triple J's Like a Version.
Influence
The song's release helped establish Queens of the Stone Age as a notable band in the rock genre, and marked their transition to a more commercial sound in comparison to their previous self-titled debut album.
Producer
The song was produced by Josh Homme and Chris Goss, known for his work with the band Masters of Reality. This production collaboration helped give the song its unique, heavy yet melodic sound.
Live Performances
Queens of the Stone Age performed "The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret" on their live DVD "Over the Years and Through the Woods", in addition to numerous television performances.
Guitarist Appreciation
Josh Homme's intricate yet fluid guitar work on "The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret" has been widely praised, further solidifying the band's reputation.
Album Success
"The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret" helped propel the album "Rated R" to commercial success, allowing the band to gain a wider audience. The album itself is often listed as one of the top rock albums of the 2000s.

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