Bastille - Bad Decisions Apr 2026

Dan Smith has explicitly noted that the song reflects the "turbulent time" following Brexit . It explores the collective consequences of national and international voting decisions that people must live with, regardless of their own stance. The Music Video

“This stripped down version of the song feels more intimate, with his voice accompanied only by piano.” Reddit · r/Bastille · 6 years ago Bastille - Bad Decisions

“Never thought about the bigger meaning of bad decisions regarding brexit and all that, makes sense now tho.” Reddit · r/Bastille · 6 years ago Dan Smith has explicitly noted that the song

That specific, self-destructive point in a relationship where both parties know it should end, but they can't bring themselves to let go. "Bad Decisions" is a standout track from Bastille's

"Bad Decisions" is a standout track from Bastille's third studio album, Doom Days , which follows the narrative arc of a single apocalyptic night out. Frontman Dan Smith describes the song as having a "fuzzy, nihilistic feeling," capturing the intersection of personal heartbreak and global uncertainty. Core Themes & Meaning