Lazy (Original And Norman Cook Remixes)

Lazy was released in 2002 as a collaboration between the electronic house music group X-Press 2 and Talking Heads frontman David Byrne. The track emerged from the UK dance scene during a period when high-profile rock musicians were frequently bridging the gap into electronic dance music. It was issued on Skint Records, a label highly influential in the big beat and house movements of the era, and quickly became a radio staple for its distinctive blend of Byrne’s cynical, spoken-word lyrics and a driving, infectious house production.

The single is noted for its polished design and its effectiveness in bridging underground club culture with mainstream pop sensibilities. The Norman Cook remix featured on the release added a layer of rhythmic complexity that cemented the track's status as a crossover hit, performing well across both festival sound systems and commercial airwaves. The release is widely regarded as a successful fusion of 1980s new wave sensibility and early 2000s house production, earning critical praise for its ability to remain danceable while retaining Byrne's signature eccentric vocal style.