World Shut Your Mouth
Julian Cope
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She's flying in the face of fashion now Seems to have a will of her own She's flying in the face of fashion, yeah Seems to have it all chromed The time was going, so frequently She said if I try harder again She's flying in the face of fashion now Sells the world annually to a friend She's singin' world shut your mouth, shut your mouth Put your head back in the clouds and shut your mouth World shut your mouth, shut your mouth Put your head back in the clouds and shut your mouth She always used to live so secretly I'd be seen in the avenue sound And taking on the role of the four winds now Having tea there out in the crowd She's flying in the face of fashion, yeah Seems to have a will of her own In lieu of what you're saying so frequently She seems to have it all adds up She's singin' world shut your mouth, shut your mouth Put your head back in the clouds and shut your mouth World shut your mouth, shut your mouth Put your head back in the clouds and shut your mouth World shut your mouth, shut your mouth Put your head back in the clouds and shut your mouth World shut your mouth, shut your mouth Put your head back in the clouds and shut your mouth World shut your mouth, shut your mouth Put your head back in the clouds and shut your mouth World shut your mouth, shut your mouth Put your head back in the clouds and shut your mouth World shut your mouth, shut your mouth Put your head back in the clouds and shut your mouth World shut your mouth, shut your mouth Put your head back in the clouds and shut your mouth
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15 facts about this song
Song Origin"World Shut Your Mouth" is a song by British musician Julian Cope. It became one of his biggest hits when it was released in 1986.
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Record LabelThis song was released through Island Records which is a British-Jamaican record label that operates as a division of Universal Music Group (UMG).
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Commercial Success"World Shut Your Mouth" reached number 19 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of Julian Cope's highest charting hits.
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Album NameThe song is the title track of Cope's third solo album.
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Previous BandsBefore embarking on a solo career, Julian Cope was a member of the rock band "The Teardrop Explodes."
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Release Date HistoryIt was originally released in 1986 and was re-released in 1991 and 1997.
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Not to be Confused"World Shut Your Mouth" should not be confused with the 1992-1993 British sitcom of the same title, or the Death Cab For Cutie song from the 2001 album, "The Photo Album".
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Musical StyleThe song offers a taste of Cope's eclectic style, fusing rock, pop, and new wave elements.
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Lyrics InsightMany listeners consider the song's lyrics to reflect Cope's opinion of the state of the world and his wish for it to keep quiet.
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Music VideoThe music video for "World Shut Your Mouth" showcases Cope's energetic and eccentric performance style, further enamoring fans and critics alike.
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Other Hit SongsBesides "World Shut Your Mouth", Julian Cope is also famous for his other hits such as "Trampolene" and "Charlotte Anne".
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RecognitionDespite its relative commercial success, "World Shut Your Mouth" has attained something of a cult status among fans of Julian Cope and fans of 80's British rock in general.
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Live Performances"World Shut Your Mouth" has almost always been included in Julian Cope's live performances.
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Cover VersionsNotable cover versions include that by Australian band Jebediah which was included in their debut album "Slightly Odway."
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ProducersThe song was produced by Ed Stasium, a renowned American producer and engineer who has worked with notable names like The Ramones, Talking Heads, and The Smithereens.
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