Triumph of a Heart

Björk

About Triumph of a Heart

"Triumph of a Heart" is a song recorded by Icelandic singer Björk for her fifth studio album Medúlla. Written and produced by Björk, the song features beatboxer Rahzel from The Roots, Gregory Purnhagen, and Japanese beatboxer Dokaka. "Triumph of a Heart" was released on 28 February 2005, by One Little Indian. A song with elements of pop, dance, and hip-hop elements, the lyrics to "Triumph of a Heart" are described as being a celebration of "the workings of anatomy". Critical reception towards "Triumph of a Heart" was mixed; whilst some music journalists noted that it was one of the only radio-friendly songs on Medúlla as well as a successful album closer, others called the track "erratic". The song fared moderately on music charts, peaking at the top ten in Spain and reaching the top 40 in Italy and the United Kingdom. The music video for "Triumph of a Heart", directed by Spike Jonze, depicts Björk being married to a housecat, going out for a night out on the town. The track was also included on the 2007–08 Volta Tour. 


Year:
2005
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The nerves are sending shimmering signals
All through my fingers, the veins support
Blood that gushes impulsively towards

The triumph of a heart that gives all, that gives all
The triumph of a heart that gives all, that gives all

The stubborn trunks of these legs of mine
Serve as pathways for my favorite fuel
Heading upwards towards my kidneys

The triumph of a heart that gives all, that gives all
The triumph of a heart that gives all, that gives all

Smooth, soft, red, velvety lungs
Are pushing a network of oxygen joyfully
Through a nose, through a mouth but all enjoys, all enjoys

The triumph of a heart that gives all, that gives all
The triumph of a heart that gives all, that gives all
The triumph of a heart that gives all, that gives all
The triumph of a heart that gives all, that gives all

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Björk

Björk Guðmundsdóttir ( /ˈbjɜrk/; [ˈpjœr̥k ˈkvʏðmʏntsˌtoʊhtɪr] ( listen); born 21 November 1965), known simply as Björk, is an Icelandic singer-songwriter. Her musical style is eclectic and she has achieved recognition in rock, jazz, electronic dance music, classical, and folk. more »

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Written by: BJORK GUDMUNDSDOTTIR

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15 facts about this song

Genre
"Triumph of a Heart" is classified under the "Art Pop" genre.
Release Date
The song was released as a single on February 28, 2005, as part of Björk's sixth full-length album "Medúlla."
Album
It is the second single off her acapella-themed album "Medúlla," which was released in August 2004.
Visuals
The music video for "Triumph of A Heart" was directed by renowned artist Spike Jonze, who is known for his unique and evocative storytelling style.
Concept
The song's music video tells a quirky story about Björk's relationship with her husband, played in the video by a large housecat.
Musical Composition
The song is notable for its beatbox elements, created by human voice instead of musical instruments.
Song Meaning
"Triumph of A Heart” uses metaphors to detail Björk’s departure from despair and her re-found love for life and relationships.
Collaboration
It features beatboxing by Rahzel, formerly of The Roots, an American hip hop band.
Awards
The music video for "Triumph of a Heart" received a nomination for Best Cinematography at the Music Video Production Association (MVPA) awards.
Live Performances
Björk has performed "Triumph of a Heart" at several renowned music festivals, including the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.
Music Video Location
The video was filmed in Iceland, Björk's home country.
Cultural Impact
The innovative music video attracted significant media attention and helped solidify Björk's reputation as a progressive and daring artist.
Song Duration
The song runs for a total of 4 minutes and 04 seconds.
Chart Performance
"Triumph of a Heart" reached number 31 on the UK Singles Chart in March 2005.
Critical Reception
Critics have highlighted the song's imaginative beatboxing and Björk's emotive vocals as standout elements. The song has generally received positive reviews for its experimental sounds and imaginative lyrics.

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