Music Appreciation
English singer-songwriter George Ezra has described Budapest as his first attempt at writing a love song. Featured on his debut studio album Wanted on Voyage, the track was released on December 13, 2013. Co-written with Joel Pott and produced by Cam Blackwood, it quickly became a breakout international hit, earning widespread acclaim for its warm, folk-rock charm.
Built on the first three guitar chords Ezra ever learned, the song’s narrative name-drops Budapest—though Ezra himself had never been there. The title, he has shared, was inspired by a missed flight to the city after a night out in Malmö, Sweden. Musically, Budapest is composed in F major with a tempo of 128 bpm, pairing its upbeat rhythm with Ezra’s rich baritone to create a distinctive and inviting sound.
The official music video, directed by Rob Brandon, premiered on YouTube on April 21, 2014. It depicts a motionless crowd dressed in varied styles and accessories, interwoven with shots of Ezra performing and occasionally crowd surfing. Gradually, the crowd springs to life—sharing moments of playfulness and movement—before freezing again as Ezra stands still. The closing scene, a quiet celebration on the ground, serves as a visual metaphor for human connection awakening from stillness.
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Wikipedia
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