Noah and the Whale - 5 Years Time Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When was '5 Years Time' by Noah and the Whale originally released?

   '5 Years Time' was originally released in 2007, but after poor initial sales, the single was re-released, leading to chart success in various countries.

2. Who provided backing vocals for '5 Years Time'?

   Laura Marling provided backing vocals for '5 Years Time.' She was a teenage singer-songwriter at the time and had previously played with Noah and the Whale.

3. How did '5 Years Time' perform on the charts after its re-release?

   After its re-release, '5 Years Time' debuted at number 24 in the UK and eventually peaked at number 7. In Ireland, it debuted at number 47 and peaked at number 10, becoming the band's first top-ten single in both countries.

4. Who directed the music video for '5 Years Time'?

   The music video for '5 Years Time' was directed by James Copeman. It features the band performing in a pub and playing in a park, with a style resembling a Wes Anderson film.

5. What commercials and shows featured '5 Years Time'?

   '5 Years Time' was used in a 2008 SunChips commercial, a 2008 Saturn commercial, and a 2015 Volkswagen Golf commercial. It was also featured in an episode of the BBC drama series Waterloo Road in 2009.

6. What is significant about the band's record label's reaction to '5 Years Time'?

   The record label initially suggested that Noah and the Whale do more with '5 Years Time,' leading to the decision to re-release the single, which eventually became their commercial breakthrough.