Spirit
Bauhaus
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Tonight I could be with you Or waiting in the Wings Lift your heart with soaring song Cut down the puppet strings Cut down the puppet strings I wear a coat of drums And dance upon your eyes Turn the tables upside down Change the lows to highs Change the lows to highs I fill you up with butterflies Crown the heads of kings Be glad of first night nerves For fear gives courage wings Fear gives courage wings If I am on the sidelines Chances are you'll miss Wait alone and spotlit For Doctor Theatre's kiss The stage becomes a ship in flames I tie you to the mast Throw your body overboard The spotlight doesn't last The spotlight doesn't last I could be with you Or waiting in the wings Lift your heart with soaring song Cut down the puppet strings Cut down the puppet strings I may tap you on the shoulder And whisper "go" in red Strip your feet of lead my friend Strip your feet of lead Call the curtain Raise the roof Spirits on tonight Call the curtain Raise the roof Spirits on tonight Call the curtain Raise the roof Spirits on tonight We love our audience repeat
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Written by: LEWIS TAYLOR
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Production"Spirit" is a song by English post-punk band, Bauhaus. It was created during the era generally categorized as their most productive and innovative.
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Release DateThe song was originally released as a single in June 1982 and later appeared on their 1982 compilation album called "The Sky's Gone Out."
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Ranking"Spirit" peaked at number 42 in the UK Singles Chart in July 1982, placing Bauhaus on the charts alongside other notable bands of the time.
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Lyrical ThemesLyrically, the song alludes to the passage of time and the desire for spirituality, fitting well into Bauhaus's generally darker and more experimental sound.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Spirit" is known for its striking visuals that match the song's eerie and haunting tone.
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Cover ArtThe cover for the "Spirit" single features an illustration of a vampire bat, reinforcing the band's association with gothic rock.
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Album InclusionThe song "Spirit" is considered an iconic track from the album "The Sky's Gone Out", which itself is considered as one of the iconic albums in the gothic rock genre.
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Live PerformancesDuring live performances, 'Spirit' is often one of the most dramatic moments, featuring theatrical lighting and often a highly charged performance from lead singer Peter Murphy.
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LineupThe lineup of Bauhaus during the time of the song's release included Peter Murphy on vocals, Daniel Ash on Guitar, David J on bass guitar, and Kevin Haskins on drums.
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LegacyDespite being released over three decades ago, "Spirit" remains a popular Bauhaus track, maintaining its spot on many Bauhaus and Gothic rock playlists.
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