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Losing my Religion

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An alternative rock band released this song through Warner Bros. Records as the opening single from their seventh studio album in 1991. The track originated from a mandolin riff that was spontaneously created by the band's guitarist. It became a significant release that marked the band's commercial and critical success during this period.

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The song's lyrics address feelings of disillusionment and the experience of unrequited romantic feelings.