Over

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About Over

"Over" is the second single of the album Portishead by the trip hop trio of the same name. It was #25 in the UK Charts at the time of its release. It has been used in numerous TV shows and movies. The promotional black-and-white music video directed by Chris Bran featured lead singer Beth Gibbons singing to the camera in the middle of the darkness and occasionally running from one spotlight to another.


Year:
1997
4:00
133 
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I can't hold this day
Anymore
Understand me
Anymore
To tread this fantasy, openly
What have I done
Ooh this uncertainty, is taking me over
I can't mould this stage
Anymore
Recognise me
Anymore
To tread this fantasy, openly
What have I done
Ooh this uncertainty, is taking me over
Is taking me over
To tread this fantasy, openly
What have I done
Ooh this uncertainty, is taking me over
Is taking me over
Is taking me over

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Portishead

Portishead are an English band formed in 1991 in Bristol. The band is named after the nearby town of the same name, 8 miles west of Bristol. Portishead consists of Geoff Barrow, Beth Gibbons, and Adrian Utley, while sometimes citing a fourth member, Dave McDonald, an engineer on Dummy and Portishead. more »

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Written by: ADRIAN FRANCIS UTLEY, BETH GIBBONS, GEOFFREY PAUL BARROW

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14 facts about this song

Genre Identification
"Over" is part of the trip hop genre, a fusion of electronica and hip-hop, with elements of soul, funk, and jazz typically incorporated.
Album Association
The song was included in Portishead's second studio album, "Portishead," which was released in September 1997.
Chart Performance
While "Over" wasn't released as a single, the album "Portishead" reached No. 2 on the UK Albums Chart and No. 21 on the US Billboard 200.
Song Length
The song opens the album and lasts for 4 minutes and 13 seconds.
Lyrics Composition
The song, like much of Portishead's work, is known for its melancholic and introspective lyrics.
Musical Elements
"Over" is characterized by its mix of orchestral composition, heavy beats, and Beth Gibbons' haunting vocals.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised "Over" for its evocative atmosphere and emotional depth.
Live Performances
Portishead performed "Over" during their 1998 Roseland NYC live concert, featuring a 33-piece orchestra which added a unique depth to the song’s performance.
Cinematic Use
Although "Over" hasn't been used prominently in mainstream cinema or TV, various songs from the "Portishead" album have been used in shows and movies due to their atmospheric, moody tone.
Song Creators
The song was written by the band members Geoff Barrow, Beth Gibbons, and Adrian Utley.
Inspiration Source
"Portishead", including "Over", was influenced by a range of music styles, from 1960s pop and soul to film scores, highlighting the band's diverse music taste.
Production Facts
Unlike their debut album which used samples extensively, "Over" and other tracks on the "Portishead" album were mostly original recordings, with only occasional samples.
Notable Rankings
The album "Portishead" featuring "Over" was ranked No. 21 in the Top 50 Albums of 1997 by NME.
Legacy
Portishead, and their work including "Over", has greatly influenced other artists in the trip hop genre and beyond, with their innovative mixing of styles and moods.

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