Sunspots
Julian Cope
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Sunspots changing glares Walking ‘round with my very best friend I’ve got a love song in my head Strolling ‘round with my very best friend I look back but I don’t see Walking round with my very best friend She looks good--fine to me I’m in love with my very best friend And eyo, it goes away And eyo, it goes away Sunspots changing gear Driving ‘round with my very best friend I gotta love song in my head Holding on to my very best friend We look back but I can’t see Moving on with my very best friend She looks good--fine to me I’m in love with my very best friend Eyo, it goes away And eyo, it goes away And eyo, it goes away And eyo, it goes away Way, way, way!
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Written by: JULIAN COPE
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10 facts about this song
Song Description"Sunspots" is a song by Julian Cope, an English musician, author, antiquary, musicologist, poet, and cultural commentator. The song was released in 1986 and it's one of his most popular tracks.
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Album InformationThe song was originally featured on the album 'Fried.' This is Cope's second solo album released after he left his band, The Teardrop Explodes.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features Cope sitting alone in a hotel room, singing to a stuffed turtle. The surrealism of the video matches well with the psychedelia of the song.
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Chart Success"Sunspots" peaked at number 35 in the UK Singles Chart, marking one of Cope’s biggest commercial successes in terms of singles.
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Lyrics and ThemesThe lyrical content of "Sunspots" is characterized by mysteries and abstracts, typical of Cope's style. The themes in the song explore inner psychological turmoil and existential angst.
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Live PerformancesJulian Cope has performed "Sunspots" multiple times during his numerous tours. These performances are well-received by fans due to the authenticity of his delivery and emotional depth.
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Unique InstrumentationThe song's instrumental setup includes a Mellotron, an early keyboard instrument that produces sounds using a series of tape loops. This gives the song a distinct, ethereal sound.
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Critical Reception"Sunspots" received critical acclaim upon its release. It was praised for its songwriting, Cope's vocal performance, and its unique instrumentation.
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Song MeaningAlthough the meaning of "Sunspots" is open to interpretation, some fans and critics interpret the song as Cope's exploration of the delicate balance between sanity and insanity.
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LegacyEven decades after its release, "Sunspots" remains one of Julian Cope's most renowned and beloved songs. It continues to be popular among fans and regularly played on alternative radio stations.
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