Inbetweener (song)
"Inbetweener" is a song by the British indie rock band Hard-Fi. It was released as the second single from their second album, Once Upon a Time in West London, in 2007.
The song's lyrics explore themes of social awkwardness, feeling like an outsider, and the struggles of adolescence. The narrator describes feeling caught between different groups and unable to fully fit in, embodying the feeling of being an "inbetweener."
Musically, "Inbetweener" is characterized by its upbeat tempo, catchy chorus, and distinctive use of a synthesizer riff. It incorporates elements of indie rock, ska, and dance music, which are characteristic of Hard-Fi's overall sound. The song was a commercial success, reaching the Top 40 in the UK Singles Chart and receiving significant airplay on radio stations. It remains one of Hard-Fi's most well-known and popular tracks.