I'm Not Scared
Eighth Wonder
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Your life's a mystery, mine is an open book If I could read your mind, I think I'd take a look I don't care Baby, I'm not scared What have you got to fight? What do you need to prove? You're always telling lies, and that's the only truth I don't care Baby, I'm not scared Tonight the streets are full of actors I don't know why Oh, take these dogs away from me Before they, they bite What have you got to say of shadows in your past? I thought that, if you paid, you'd keep them off our backs But I don't care Baby, I'm not scared What have you got to hide? Who will it compromise? Where do we have to be, so I can laugh and you'll be free? I'd go anywhere Baby, I don't care I'm not scared I don't care Baby, I'm not scared Tonight the streets are full of actors I don't know why Oh, take these dogs away from me Before they, they bite Tonight I fought and made my mind up I know it's right I know these dogs still snap around us But I can, I can fight If I was you, if I was you I wouldn't treat me the way you do If I was you, if I was you I wouldn't treat me the way you do - you If I was you, if I was you I wouldn't treat me the way you do If I was you, if I was you I wouldn't treat me the way you do - you I'm not scared Baby, I don't care I'd go anywhere Baby, I'm not scared I'm not scared Oh, I'm not scared
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Written by: Neil Tennant, Christopher Lowe
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Song Release and Composition"I'm Not Scared" was released in 1988 by the British group Eighth Wonder.
- The song was composed and produced by the Pet Shop Boys, a duo consisting of Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe.
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Chart PerformanceThe single achieved considerable success in Europe, reaching the top ten in France, Ireland, Italy, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
- It topped the European Singles Chart in April 1988.
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Music Video InformationThe music video for "I'm Not Scared" was filmed in Paris, displaying the city's iconic landmarks.
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Album InclusionIt was included in Eighth Wonder's only studio album, 'Fearless', released in the same year.
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Cover Versions and PSB renditionThe Pet Shop Boys recorded their own version for their third album, 'Introspective'.
- Their version extends to over eight minutes, considerably longer than Eighth Wonder's version.
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Song StructureThe song is noted for its shifting structure and various key changes throughout.
- The chorus of the song repeats the title phrase six times, emphasizing the theme.
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Lyrical Significance"I'm Not Scared" lyrically emphasises the importance of finding courage in oneself, hence the title.
- The lyrics feature various abstract and cryptic visuals related to bravery and fear.
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Legacy and ImpactToday, "I'm Not Scared" is still remembered as Eighth Wonder's most successful single, and a highlight in the Pet Shop Boys' discography.
- The song is still frequently played in retro-pop radio stations around the world.
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Collaboration DetailsThis song represents one of the most significant collaborations between Eighth Wonder and Pet Shop Boys.
- The collaboration was a unique blend of two distinct styles of 1980's pop music: the more melodic, synth-pop style of the Pet Shop Boys and the jazzier, fuller sound of Eighth Wonder.
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Lead Vocalist DetailsThe lead vocals for "I'm Not Scared" were performed by Eighth Wonder's Patsy Kensit.
- Kenist's sultry, emotive vocals are often cited as a highlight of the song.
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