1983
Neon Trees
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Whoa, whoa I've been here lookin' dynamite Alone against the wall Girls like you give it all so cold Talkin' cheap in a bathroom stall And you look so smooth Better tell me the truth Would you trade me Out for someone cool? I know you better than you do So put out your cigarette And kiss me on The lips tonight Me and you You and me Let's go back Let's go back Nineteen-eighty-three is calling I've been on my knees and crawlin' Back to you It's coming all back to me Oh oh oh Nineteen-eighty-three I've got something that I've kept inside And the blood is on the blade You're there suckin' on a lollipop Like you haven't aged a day And it ain't so pretty when you're playin' cute When your body's up against some fool Does he feel it 'Cause I feel it Me and you Let's go back to Nineteen-eighty-three is calling I've been on my knees and crawlin' Back to you It's coming all back to me Nineteen-eighty-three The year I was born I won't Be ignored So get your feet on the floor I'm the only one Are you afraid I still make you move Me and you You and me Let's go back to Nineteen-eighty-three Me and you You and me Let's go back to Nineteen-eighty-three Oh, oh, oh, oh Me and you You and me Let's go back to Nineteen-eighty-three is calling I've been on my knees and crawlin' Back to you It's coming all back to me Nineteen-eighty-three Me and you You and me Let's go back to Nineteen-eighty-three is calling I've been on my knees and crawlin' Back to you It's coming all back to me Nineteen-eighty-three Oh, oh, oh Nineteen-eighty-three Oh, oh, oh Nineteen-eighty-three
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Written by: TIMOTHY ALAN PAGNOTTA, CHRISTOPHER ALLEN, BRANDEN CAMPBELL, ELAINE DOTY, TYLER GLENN
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
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13 facts about this song
Origin"1983" is a song by the American rock band Neon Trees.
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Album InclusionThe song is included in the band's debut studio album "Habits."
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ReleaseNeon Trees released the song in 2010.
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GenreThis song showcases Neon Trees' signature pop rock and alternative rock style.
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LyricsThe lyrics discuss nostalgia, with a specific focus on the year 1983.
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ReceptionDespite not becoming as popular as their hit song "Animal," "1983" still received significant radio airplay and was well-received by fans.
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PerformancesNeon Trees has performed "1983" at concerts and festivals across the world.
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Music VideoThe music video for "1983" features the band members indulging in nostalgic activities like roller skating and arcade games.
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Chart performance"1983" did not achieve the same chart success as the band's number one hit "Animal," but it still received substantial airplay on alternative and rock radio stations.
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Band's Formation YearDespite the title, the band Neon Trees did not form in 1983 but rather 2005. The song title is merely reflective of nostalgia for the past.
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InspirationThe song gives a glimpse into the band's influences, many of which hail from the 80s era of music.
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Songwriters"1983" was written by Neon Trees' lead vocalist Tyler Glenn and guitarist Chris Allen.
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MembershipThe band lineup during "1983" included Tyler Glenn (lead vocals, keyboards), Chris Allen (guitar, vocals), Branden Campbell (bass guitar, vocals) and Elaine Bradley (drums, percussion, vocals).
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