Up on the Catwalk
Simple Minds
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Up on the catwalk, a big wheel is spinning And Dollars to Deutchmarks, and pennies from heaven And up on the catwalk, there's one hundred million With letters from thousands that say ``Just who are you?'' There's one thousand names that can spring up in my mind But you'd call it blackmail and that's just not my kind And up on the catwalk, up on the catwalk And I don't know why I will be there, I will be there, I will be there I will be there, I will be there Up on the catwalk there's street politicians That crawl in from Broadway, say then who are you And up on the catwalk there's one thousand postcards From Montevideo, say that I'll be home soon Get out of Bombay and go up to Brixton And look around, to see just what is missing And up on the catwalk, girls call for mother And dream of their boyfriends And I don't know why I will be there, I will be there, I will be there I will be there, I will be there Tonight, under the crystal light, I'll tell you everything I need Tonight, under the crystal light, surrender everything to me Up on the catwalk, and you dress in waistcoats And got brilliantino, and friends of Kim Philby You float through the night time, like manna from heaven But what, what do I know, and just what do I know And up on the catwalk, in sweat that glistens And I don't know why and I don't know why I don't know why I will be there, I will be there, I will be there I will be there, I will be there Tonight, under the crystal light, I'll tell you everything I need Tonight, under the crystal light, surrender everything to me Angel Angel Angel Angel Ah huh Ah huh Ah huh Ah huh One thousand names that spring up in my mind One thousand names that spring up in my mind Like Deodata, Michaelangelo, Robert de Niro, so many others Nastassja Kinski and Martin Luther - there's room for others, away from me Up on the catwalk, up on the catwalk, up on the catwalk I don't know why.
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Written by: CHARLES BURCHILL, DEREK FORBES, JAMES KERR, MEL GEORGE GAYNOR, MICHAEL JOSEPH MACNEIL
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19 facts about this song
Song Composition & Production"Up on the Catwalk" is a song by the Scottish rock band, Simple Minds.
- The song was produced by Steve Lillywhite, a renowned music producer known for his work with U2 and The Rolling Stones.
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Album & Release DetailsThis track is part of the album "Sparkle in the Rain", which is the band's sixth studio album.
- The album was released in February 1984.
- "Up on the Catwalk" was the third single to be released from the album.
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Chart RankingThe song peaked at number 27 in the UK Singles Chart.
- In Ireland, the track reached number 24.
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They LyricsThe lyrics by lead singer, Jim Kerr, refer to famous personalities of the time including Sigmund Freud and Marlon Brando.
- The song's somewhat abstract and disconnected lyrics relate to the high life and superficiality of fame.
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Song Style & StructureThe song characteristically belongs to the synth-pop genre.
- It is adorned with strong percussions, heavy bass lines, and vivid synthesizer melodies.
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LegacyDespite not being a massive commercial success, "Up on the Catwalk" is highly regarded among fans and critics.
- It’s remembered for its lyrical imagery and innovative post-punk music style.
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Live PerformancesThe song was performed live during the band's Tour Du Monde in 1984 and has made appearances in their set list in following years as well.
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Cover Art WorkThe cover art work of "Up on the Catwalk" single showcases a black and white photo of the band, which is now considered iconic.
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Release Date"Up on the Catwalk" was released in March, 1983.
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Album AppearanceThe song is the third track of their seventh studio album, "Sparkle in the Rain".
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Chart Performance"Up on the Catwalk" managed to enter the United Kingdom's Top 30 chart, peaking at number 27.
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Music ThemeThe composition is full of heavy drumming and vibrant guitar strumming, showcasing the band's transition into a more rock-oriented sound during the late '80s.
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Song DurationThe track runs for approximately four minutes and fifteen seconds.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Up on the Catwalk" features the band performing the song primarily in a bright, white set.
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Lyrics InterpretationIt is believed by some fans that the song's lyrics are a critique on 1980s celebrity culture and materialism.
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ProducerAlbum "Sparkle in the Rain" was produced by English musician Steve Lillywhite, well-known for his work with U2 and other significant artists.
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Band Member ContributionsAll five of the then-members of Simple Minds -- Jim Kerr, Charlie Burchill, Derek Forbes, Mel Gaynor, and Mick MacNeil -- contributed to the song's composition.
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Live PerformancesThe song has remained a popular live performance choice for the band, still being performed at concerts many years after its initial release.
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Label"Up on the Catwalk" was released under the Virgin Records label.
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