Protège-Moi cover

Protège-Moi

Placebo · 2004

6 min · 2 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · electronic rock

A brooding blend of electronic textures and emotive vocals, intertwining vulnerability with defiance.

Protège-Moi is a single by Placebo, released in 2004. A brooding blend of electronic textures and emotive vocals, intertwining vulnerability with defiance. 'Protège-Moi' marked a significant moment for Placebo as it showcased their continued evolution in sound, reaching number one on the French charts. The song further established the band's influence within the alternative rock scene of the early 2000s, contributing to a growing interest in European rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Protège-Moi sound like?

A brooding blend of electronic textures and emotive vocals, intertwining vulnerability with defiance. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.

What makes Protège-Moi by Placebo notable?

'Protège-Moi' marked a significant moment for Placebo as it showcased their continued evolution in sound, reaching number one on the French charts. The song further established the band's influence within the alternative rock scene of the early 2000s, contributing to a growing interest in European rock music. Released on April 8, 2004, 'Protège-Moi' is Placebo's fifth studio effort, following their commercially successful album 'Sleeping with Ghosts' (2003). At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound while continuing to explore darker themes and complex emotions in their music.

How many songs are on Protège-Moi?

Protège-Moi has 2 tracks, running approximately 6 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·6:48

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Protège‐moi Standout 3:14
  • 2 This Picture Standout 3:34

Release Date

April 8, 2004

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

6 min 48 sec