The Gold
Manchester Orchestra
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Couldn't really love you anymore You've become my ceiling I don't think I love you anymore That gold mine changed you You don't have to hold me anymore Our cave's collapsing I don't wanna be me anymore My old man told me "You don't open your eyes for a while You just beat that moment down." Forty miles out of East Illinois From my old man's heart attack I believed you were crazy You believed you loved me I don't wanna bark here anymore Black hills, the colly Wasn't really dangerous for us We just catch you coughing What the hell are we gonna do? Black mile to the surface I don't wanna be here anymore It all tastes like poison You can't open your eyes for a while You just beat that moment down Forty hours out of Homestake And I'm trying to translate you again I believed you were crazy You believed you loved me You and me, we're a day drink So lose your faith in me You can't open your eyes for a while You just beat that moment down You can't open your eyes for a while You just breathe I believed you were crazy You believed you loved me You and me, we're a day drink So lose your faith in me Lose your faith in me Oh, lose your faith in me
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Written by: John Andrew Hull
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"The Gold" was released on June 9, 2017, as the lead single from Manchester Orchestra's fifth studio album, "A Black Mile to the Surface".
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Album SuccessThe album "A Black Mile to the Surface" debuted at number seven on the Billboard Top Rock Albums chart, with "The Gold" playing a major role in this success.
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Song MeaningAccording to Andy Hull, Manchester Orchestra's lead vocalist, "The Gold" is narratively driven, telling a story about a miner in Lead, South Dakota during the town's gold rush period in the 19th century.
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Music VideoThe music video for "The Gold" features a unique animation style, portraying a dystopian future with desert landscapes, ghastly figures, and a looming storm.
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CollaborationThe creating process of "The Gold" involved collaboration with Catherine Marks, a notable producer who has worked with artists such as The Killers and Wolf Alice.
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Acoustic VersionAn acoustic version of "The Gold" was released in 2018, showcasing the band's versatility and further cementing the song's popularity.
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Recognition"The Gold" topped the US Adult Alternative Songs chart, showing Manchester Orchestra's cross-genre appeal.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics are metaphorical and reflective, examining themes like life's struggles, the pursuit of success, and the toll these factors can take on personal relationships.
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Live Performances"The Gold" has become a staple in Manchester Orchestra's live performances, often being played as the closing song.
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InfluenceThe song showcases the band's shift to a more introspective and atmospheric sound, demonstrating their ability to explore and evolve their musical style.
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