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Inspiration for Andromeda
- Damon Albarn and Twilight Tone aimed to channel the greatness of 80s pop songs like "Billie Jean" and "I Can't Go for That" into their own music.
- They initially titled the song "I Can't Go for Billie Jean" but clarified that the final product bears no resemblance to those songs.
Instrumentation and Futuristic Sounds
- Albarn primarily used a MIDI-adapted piano, synths, and iPad sounds in creating "Andromeda".
- He intentionally avoided acoustic instruments to achieve a futuristic sound.
Personal Dedication and Emotional Resonance
- "Andromeda" is dedicated to Albarn's partner's deceased mother, Ethel.
- The song's emotional weight comes from Albarn's reflections on Ethel, Bobby Womack, and other lost loved ones.