Uninvited Guest
Marillion
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You may not recall the moment that you asked me But your invitation was clear You'll pretend you've never met me but it's far too late Now I'm here 'Cause I'm the one who knows what scares you I'm the one who loves you best I'm the thirteenth at the table I'm the uninvited guest I'm the Banquo at your banquet I'm the cuckoo in your nest I'm your fifteen-stone first-footer I'm the uninvited guest I was there when you said insincere "I love you's" To a woman who wasn't your wife And I fronted you the money That you ran away and blew On the biggest regret of your life 'Cause I'm the one who knows what scares you I'm the who loves you best I'm the thirteenth at the table I'm the uninvited guest I'm the Banquo at your banquet I'm the cuckoo in your nest I'm your New Year's resolution I'm the uninvited guest I'm the face you hoped you'd never see But always knew you would I'm the one thing you knew you shouldn't do But did because you could I'm the evil in your bloodstream I'm the rash upon your skin And you made a big mistake all right The day you let me in And you can fly to the other side of the world You know you'll only find I've reserved the seat behind you We can talk about old times 'Cause I'm the one who knows what scares you I'm the who loves you best I'm the thirteenth at the table I'm the uninvited guest I'm the Banquo at your banquet I'm the cuckoo in your nest I'm your fifteen-stone first-footer I'm the uninvited guest Let me in!
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Written by: STEVEN HOGARTH, JOHN PHILIP HELMER, MARK COLBERT KELLY, IAN FRANCESKO MOSLEY, STEVEN THOMAS ROTHERY, PETER JOHN TREWAVAS
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24 facts about this song
Album Information"Uninvited Guest" is a track from Marillion's third studio album named "Clutching at Straws."
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Chart PerformanceEven though it wasn't as successful as their prior hits, it managed to achieve respectable chart placements around the world, peaking at No. 53 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Release DateThe single was released in May 1988 under the EMI Records label.
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Song ThemeThe song typifies Marillion's progressive rock style. It deals with alcoholism and regret, themes common in the album "Clutching at Straws".
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SongwriterThe song was primarily written by the band's lead vocalist, Fish, whose real name is Derek William Dick.
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Band's AppreciationIt's considered as a favorite among the band and fans too, and has been a consistent part of Marillion's live shows.
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Specific LyricsThe lyrics "An uninvited guest" can be interpreted as alcohol, becoming an unwelcome, occupying force in someone's life.
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Official VideoThere is an official music video for "Uninvited Guest," showcasing the band performing in an elegant, dimly lit room.
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Unique SoundThe song notably includes a rich combination of keyboards and guitars that complement Fish's distinctive voice.
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ReceptionCritics usually recognize it as one of Marillion's more popular songs, despite its lower chart position.
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Live PerformancesIt has commonly been featured in live performances, and appears on several of the band's live albums.
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Song LengthThe original album version of "Uninvited Guest" has a duration of 3 minutes and 45 seconds, while the single version is slightly longer at 3 minutes and 52 seconds.
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Band Formation"Uninvited Guest" is a song by the British progressive rock band "Marillion". The band was formed in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England, in 1979.
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Album DetailsThis track was released in 1989 and it belongs to the band's sixth studio album, "Seasons End".
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Chart Performance"Uninvited Guest" managed to reach the 53rd position in the UK Singles Chart, showcasing the band's popularity despite the niche genre of progressive rock.
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Lead Vocalist ChangeThe "Seasons End" album, including the song "Uninvited Guest", is the first to feature the band's new lead vocalist Steve Hogarth, following the 1988 departure of previous vocalist Fish.
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Song InspirationThe song is about an unwanted pregnancy, which marks it as quite different from most other Marillion songs. It’s known for its deep lyrics, always a characteristic trait of Marillion's music.
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Music VideoThere's an official music video for "Uninvited Guest" which was filmed on location in 'the Marquee Club' in London.
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Musical StyleJust like many Marillion songs, "Uninvited Guest" blends elements of progressive rock with a more radio-friendly, pop-rock sound - a testament to the band's broad range of musical influences.
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Lineup on the Track"Uninvited Guest," like other songs on the "Seasons End" album, features Steve Hogarth on vocals, Steve Rothery on guitars, Mark Kelly on keyboards, Pete Trewavas on bass, and Ian Mosley on drums.
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Unique Song Title"Uninvited Guest" is one of those Marillion songs whose title does not appear in the song's lyrics.
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Live PerformancesThe song has been performed live multiple times by the band since its release and is included in several of the band's official live albums.
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Production Team"Uninvited Guest", along with the whole "Seasons End" album, was produced by Nick Davis, a renowned British sound engineer known for his work with other progressive rock bands like Genesis.
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LegacyEven though it's not one of Marillion's biggest hits, "Uninvited Guest" continues to be revered by fans. Its underlying theme and meaningful lyrics keep it relevant to this day.
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