King of the Mountain
Kate Bush
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Could you see the aisles of women? Could you see them screaming and weeping? Could you see the storm rising? Could you see the guy who was driving? Could you climb higher and higher? Could you climb right over the top? Why does a multi-millionaire Fill up his home with priceless junk? The wind is whistling The wind is whistling Through the house Elvis, are you out there somewhere Looking like a happy man? In the snow with Rosebud And king of the mountain Another Hollywood waitress Is telling us she's having your baby And there's a rumor that you're on ice And you will rise again someday And that there's a photograph Where you're dancing on your grave The wind is whistling The wind is whistling Through the house Elvis, are you out there somewhere Looking like a happy man? In the snow with Rosebud And king of the mountain The wind, it blows The wind, it blows the door closed
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Written by: KATE BUSH
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10 facts about this song
Song Release*✓ "King of the Mountain" was released as the lead single from Kate Bush's album "Aerial" in 2005, which was her first album in twelve years.
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Chart Performance*✓ Despite the long gap between albums, the song achieved considerable success, reaching No. 4 on the UK Singles Chart, making it Bush's highest-charting single since 1985.
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Lyrical Interpretation*✓ The song is open to multiple interpretations, but many believe it is about the pressures and downsides of fame, possibly referencing specific celebrities like Elvis Presley and Orson Welles, given the lyrics.
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Critical Reception*✓ "King of the Mountain" earned overwhelmingly positive reviews from music critics, many of whom praised Bush's haunting vocals and the song's ethereal production.
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Music Video*✓ The music video for the song, directed by Jimmy Murakami, features animated sequences that seemingly reference the films "Citizen Kane" and "Downhill Racer"—also thought to reflect the song's contemplation on fame.
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Musical Style*✓ The song is known for its eclectic sound that blends elements of rock, pop, and electronic music, which is characteristic of Bush's experimental style.
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Songwriting*✓ As with the majority of her work, Kate Bush wrote the song herself, further showcasing her prowess as a singer-songwriter.
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Live Performances*✓ Despite the song's popularity, it has not been performed live by Bush, similar to many of her other hit singles.
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Sales*✓ The song achieved silver status in the UK for sales exceeding 200,000 copies.
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Cultural Influence*✓ "King of the Mountain" continues to be highlighted as one of Kate Bush's most impactful songs, showcasing her unique narrative songwriting and unconventional production choices.
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