Stop Whispering

"Stop Whispering" is a single from English alternative rock band Radiohead, released as the band's fourth single in 1993. It is the fourth track of their first album, Pablo Honey (1993). It reached #23 on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart.

Background

The song was written as a tribute to the Pixies, a band that had an important influence over Radiohead at the time. "Stop Whispering" is also one of Radiohead's oldest songs; it was created when the band was still known as On A Friday, originally being on Dungeon Demo.

Track listing

1. "Stop Whispering (US version)" - 4:11
2. "Creep (Acoustic)" - 4:19
3. "Pop Is Dead" - 2:12
4. "Inside My Head (Live)" - 2:58

The US version was remixed by Chris Sheldon and featured strings and a slower tempo than the original.

Music video

The promotional video, directed by Jeffery Plansker, features Thom Yorke then with platinum blond, shoulder-length hair and wearing a white suit. The video also shows Jonny Greenwood playing a Rickenbacker Guitar, as opposed to the Fender Telecaster which he is known for playing.

External links

• "Stop Whispering" video on YouTube
• Stop Whispering Lyrics on MTV.com