Both Metronomy and Gotye have realased recently (2011) two "after breakup" songs. Beside the differences, there is a common point: a dialogue between the two ex-lovers...
As you will notice, with Metronomy, there is a sequel in the relationship (see the lyrics : " it feel so good to have you back...") with Gotye, this is definitely over ( i.e: "I'll admit that I was glad that it was over" lyrics)
What have in common David Guetta, Arcade Fire and The Smiths? in the the following video clips they show us three different ways of biking: 1. escape and survive, 2. explore and destroy, 3. no escape
Among my favorite songs of 2011, I have noticed two main common points. First, an obvious come back of an 80's electro synthesizer's sound. Second, a very similar beginning in each video...