Taste It

INXS

About Taste It

"Taste It" is the fourth single from the 1992 album Welcome to Wherever You Are, by Australian rock band INXS. The song was written by Andrew Farriss and Michael Hutchence. It peaked at No.36 on the ARIA Singles Chart,


Year:
1992
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Yes it's me
I am the one
To make you see
Where we belong
I was shaking
Like a leaf
All wrapped up
In my dirty sheets
If I agree to what comes next
I would be faking
With the best of them
It seems a crime
I would commit
Without the difference
Of all the world's gifts

Sweet sweet sweet
Could you taste it

Never never never
Never never never (taste it)
To dream
All the time
Without a scream
In the dead of night
All those faces
Come back to me
I'll be begging
To swim that sea
Yea I made
A picture story
Make you cry
In all your glory
A need to quench
The thirst of many
To justify
And make ready

Sweet sweet sweet
Could you taste it

Never never never (taste it)
Never never never (taste it)
Never never never (taste it)
Never never never (taste it)

This realization
Owes us strength to show
If you're uncertain
You're invited to believe
These are the words I speak
These are the words I speak

A dislocation
From where we once came from
Give sons and daughters
Because we want to go on

These are the words she speaks
These are the words she speaks

Sweet sweet sweet
Could you taste it

Never never never (taste it)
Never never never (taste it)
Never never never (taste it)
Never never never (taste it)

Never never never
Never never never

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INXS

INXS (pronounced "in excess", In-XS) were an Australian rock band, formed as The Farriss Brothers in 1977 in Sydney, New South Wales. Mainstays were Garry Gary Beers on bass guitar, Andrew Farriss on guitar and keyboards, Jon Farriss on drums, Tim Farriss on lead guitar and Kirk Pengilly on guitar and saxophone. For 20 years, INXS were fronted by Michael Hutchence on lead vocals, whose "sultry good looks" and magnetic stage presence made him the focal point of the band. Initially known for their New Wave/ska/pop style, they later developed a harder pub rock style, including funk and dance elements. more »

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Written by: MICHAEL HUTCHENCE, ANDREW FARRISS

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15 facts about this song

Release Date
"Taste It" is a rock song by Australian band INXS, released in November 1992.
Album Details
The song is a part of their eighth album named "Welcome to Wherever You Are".
Chart Performance
The song secured a position at number 21 on the UK Singles Chart and reached number 20 on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart in the United States.
Music Video
The music video of "Taste It", directed by Richard Lowenstein, is known for its unusual eccentric visual effects.
Song Theme
The song has many interpretations but largely it combines themes of hedonism and spiritual searches, reflecting the duality that was a part of INXS' appeal overall.
Co-writing
Lead vocalist Michael Hutchence and Andrew Farriss, the keyboardist, co-wrote the song.
Sales
The song didn't do great on global sales, but it is considered one of the classic tracks in the INXS discography.
Critics' Review
Critics have often praised the song for showcasing a powerful performance from Michael Hutchence.
Inspiration
The band's transition towards an alternative rock sound in this album, including "Taste It”, was inspired by grunge bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam.
Legacy
Despite its average commercial performance, “Taste It” has remained a staple of INXS's live sets.
Format
The song was released in 7", 12", and CD Single formats. Each had different artwork but similar track listings.
B-side
The B-side of the song featured a track called "Light The Planet", which is a non-album track.
Unique Sound
The distinct drums and melodious guitar in the song are often praised, representing the unique INXS sound.
Genre
"Taste It" is typically classified as Rock, Alternative Rock, and New Wave.
Length
The song runs for 3 minutes and 19 seconds.

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