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

In this 'How I Wrote This' feature, Dan Smith breaks down the creative process and the real-world influences behind 'Bad Decisions': How I Wrote This: Bastille 'Bad Decisions' Rolling Stone YouTube• Jul 30, 2019 Fan Perspectives 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

“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