Goodnight Song

Tears for Fears

About Goodnight Song

"Goodnight Song" is a song by the British band Tears for Fears. Taken from their 1993 album Elemental, it was released as a single in North America and in some European countries (though not in the UK), and was a minor hit in Canada.


Year:
2006
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Here on the stage The time has come
With the strains of "Be my angels!?, of rock in two four
Time may keep alive that old swan song
That we've been playing forever
'Till the time maybe right to say goodbye

My voice is aching
I'm tongue tired
And the sounds we are making are so 

Goodnight song, played so wrong
Blame the crowd, they scream so loud, so long

Get some honesty
Take the best of me and then the rest let go
In every situation with it's tireless rage
Step outside your cage and let the real fool show

I should have stayed round to break the ice
I thought about it once or twice
But nothing ever changes unless there's some pain
And our

Goodnight song, played so wrong
Blame the crowd, they scream so loud, so long
Goodnight song, played so wrong
Blame the crowd, they scream so loud, so long

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Tears for Fears

Tears for Fears are an English New Wave band formed in 1981 by Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith. Founded after the dissolution of their first band, the mod-influenced Graduate, they were initially associated with the New Wave synthesizer bands of the early 1980s but later branched out into mainstream rock and pop, which led to international chart success. more »

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Written by: ALAN LIONEL GRIFFITHS, ROLAND ORZABAL

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Goodnight Song" is a musical composition by Tears for Fears, a British synth-pop band. It’s from their 1993 album, Elemental. This was the band's 4th studio album.
Lineup Changes
The song was released during a time of significant lineup changes within the band. By the time of the album's release, only two members of Tears for Fears remained: Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith.
Release Data
Released as a single, "Goodnight Song" achieved moderate success, but didn't achieve the same level of acclaim as some of the band's previous songs.
Song Theme
The song is noted for its introspective lyrics. It's about internal reflection and the desire to escape from a world that doesn't understand or value true creativity.
Music Video
"Goodnight Song" has an accompanying music video that was shot in Southern Spain. It combines the musical performance with sequences of band members interacting with various characters in surreal scenarios.
Chart Performance
Despite not being as popular as their other hits, "Goodnight Song" charted at #30 in the UK and #54 in Australia.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the song for its catchy melody and thought-provoking lyrics. However, some pointed out it marked a shift from the band's synth-pop roots, indicating a new musical direction and maturity.
Collaboration
This song marked a fruitful collaboration with Alan Griffiths, which was significant in shaping the band's sound during this period.
Live Performances
"Goodnight Song" has been performed live during many Tears for Fears' concert tours, giving fans the chance to experience it in a raw and more intimate setting.
Legacy
Although it might not be Tears for Fears' best-known track, "Goodnight Song" helps illustrate the breadth of their musical scope and their willingness to experiment with different styles and themes.

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