19-2000

2001 single by Gorillaz From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

"19-2000", sometimes written "19/2000" and also known as "Get the Cool Shoeshine", is a song from British virtual band Gorillaz' self-titled debut album Gorillaz. It was the second single from the album, released on 25 June 2001 in the United Kingdom. "19-2000" reached number six on the UK Singles Chart and number 34 on the US Billboard Mainstream Top 40 chart. It was particularly successful in New Zealand, where it reached number one for a week in September 2001.

B-side
  • "Left Hand Suzuki Method"
  • "Hip Albatross"
Released25 June 2001 (2001-06-25)
Length3:30
Quick facts from the album Gorillaz, B-side ...
"19-2000"
Single by Gorillaz featuring Tina Weymouth
from the album Gorillaz
B-side
  • "Left Hand Suzuki Method"
  • "Hip Albatross"
Released25 June 2001 (2001-06-25)
Genre
Length3:30
Label
Songwriters
Producers
Gorillaz singles chronology
"Clint Eastwood"
(2001)
"19-2000"
(2001)
"Rock the House"
(2001)
Music videos
"19-2000" on YouTube
"19-2000" (Soulchild Remix) on YouTube
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Background

"19-2000" was accompanied by a completely new version of the song, called the "Soulchild Remix", which was produced by music producers Damien Mendis and Stuart Bradbury. Mendis was asked to remix a track off the album in the hope that it would give it crossover potential, in the same way as the Ed Case remix of "Clint Eastwood" had.[3] Mendis was given a copy of all their demos and finished tracks for the album, being told to "pick [a song] that you can produce, remix or whatever into a hit single". Mendis was unsure which track to choose, and only when he was told that Jamie Hewlett was already working on the video for "19-2000", did he make his decision.[3] Tina Weymouth[4] and Miho Hatori[5] contributed backing vocals to "19–2000", whilst Damon Albarn performed the vocals on the verses.

Music video

The video, directed by Jamie Hewlett and Pete Candeland, blends traditional animation with computer animation. It features the Gorillaz driving their Geep (as seen on the cover of the album) along a twisting highway. Their journey includes conquering a vertical loop, jumping over a gap in the road, and being pursued by a UFO. Eventually, they face a colossal moose, which Murdoc attempts to obliterate with a pair of missiles. However, the moose sneezes at the last second, redirecting the missiles towards the Geep. The resulting explosion sends the vehicle skidding down the road and leaves the Gorillaz covered in black ash.

Two versions of the video exist, one tailored to the original mix and another to the Soulchild remix. Within the video, road signs point towards Amity (a reference to Jaws), the Overlook Hotel (a reference to The Shining), and Camp Crystal (a reference to Friday the 13th). It was shown in the MTV Cribs tour of Kong Studios that the Geep is now parked in the studio's parking lot.[6]

Remixes

Gorillaz on My Mind

A remix titled "Gorillaz on My Mind" was recorded for the Blade II soundtrack. The remix featured multiple verses from American rapper Redman.[7]

Soulchild Remix

A remix entitled "19-2000 (Soulchild Remix)" by Soulchild has appeared in a variety of media, including a TV commercial for Ice Breakers, as well as the title theme for the video game FIFA Football 2002.[8][9][10]

Track listings

Personnel

Credits are lifted from the UK enhanced CD single liner notes.[12]

Charts

More information Chart (2001–2002), Peak position ...
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Certifications

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Region CertificationCertified units/sales
New Zealand (RMNZ)[37] Gold 15,000
United Kingdom (BPI)[38] Gold 400,000

Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

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Release history

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Region Date Format(s) Label(s) Ref.
United Kingdom 25 June 2001
  • 12-inch vinyl
  • CD
  • cassette
[39]
Europe August 2001
  • 12-inch vinyl
  • CD
[40]
Australia 24 September 2001 Maxi-CD [41]
United States 11 January 2002 Contemporary hit radio Virgin America [42]
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