Nobody Needs That (1997)

"Nobody Needs That" is a song by the Ukrainian band Skryabin, which first appeared on the album "Technofight" in 1999. The music was composed by Andriy Kuzmenko (the band's leader), Serhiy Hera, and Rostyslav Domishevskyi, while the lyrics were written by Andriy Kuzmenko and Rostyslav Domishevskyi. The song also appeared on the album "Fairy Tales" in 1997, indicating its early presence in the band's repertoire.

Plot and content of the song:

The lyrics are full of melancholy and reflections on the transience of time, loss of illusions, and loneliness. The lyrical hero recalls how his words and dreams "fell to the ground," were "trampled" and forgotten. He feels abandoned, yet at the same time wants to outlive everyone and be left alone with his thoughts. The chorus "Nobody needs that" emphasizes the feeling of uselessness and alienation. Musically, the song combines elements of synth-pop and rock, characteristic of Skryabin's early work.

Franchise chronology:

The band Skryabin is not a franchise in the classical sense, but has a rich discography spanning over two decades. Here are the key albums related to this song:

• "Fairy Tales" (1997) — the album that includes the song "Nobody Needs That." This is one of the band's early works, combining electronic sound with ironic lyrics.
• "Technofight" (1999) — the album on which the song was also released. It became an important stage in Skryabin's work, solidifying his style on the border of techno and rock.

Where to watch/listen:

• YouTube (Lyric Video)
• YouTube (audio)
• Spotify
• Genius (lyrics)
• Ukrainian Songs (lyrics, chords)