American Songwriter: A Look Behind the Meaning of “Pumped Up Kicks” by Foster the People
“Pumped Up Kicks” holds a darker meaning behind its alt-pop dance sound. Foster wrote the track from the point of view of a deeply troubled youth named Robert, who’s named only once at the beginning ...
A Look Behind the Meaning of “Pumped Up Kicks” by Foster the People
Washington Examiner: As shootings increase, is it time to retire Pumped Up Kicks?
WRAL: Foster the People's Mark Foster talks 'Pumped Up Kicks' and gun violence
Although its tone is jubilant and upbeat -- prompting some fans to blast it during celebratory times -- "Pumped Up Kicks" is about a boy named Robert, who fantasizes about shooting up his school.
Foster the People's Mark Foster talks 'Pumped Up Kicks' and gun violence
KVUE: Foster The People play anti-violence hit 'Pumped Up Kicks' after declining during ACL Weekend 1
Alt rockers Foster The People decided to play their anti-violence anthem "Pumped Up Kicks" Friday during Weekend Two of ACL, after reportedly declining to play the hit song during the first weekend of ...
Foster The People play anti-violence hit 'Pumped Up Kicks' after declining during ACL Weekend 1
E!: Radio Station Pulls Foster the People's "Pumped Up Kicks" From Airwaves Post Sandy Hook Shooting
Radio Station Pulls Foster the People's "Pumped Up Kicks" From Airwaves Post Sandy Hook Shooting
While the pop song has an upbeat sound, it contains lyrics like, "He found a six-shooter gun in his dad's closet, with the box of fun things…he's coming for you, yeah he's coming for you," and "All ...