Sanssouci
Rufus Wainwright
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Who will be at Sanssouci tonight? The boys that made me lose the blues tonight, and then my eyesight All together, playing games of cards Gambling the tiny shards of brass, once my heart Who will be at Sanssouci tonight? I'm looking through the window from the garden Waiting for the call to my hotel room I'm tired of writing elegies to boredom I just want to be at Sanssouci tonight Who will be at Sanssouci tonight? Surely not the one that loves me truly, only He's probably down at the stables, there Gently polishing my cabriolet, only I don't care, I really want to go So I'm opening the doorway to the ballroom Callin' up some dude from my hotel room I'm tired of writing elegies in general I just want to be at Sanssouci tonight Tonight, tonight The candles seem to all have been blown out Cupid's wings have cobweb rings and no one's about Could it be I came to the wrong place? But I swear I saw them climb the stairs, that sweet mystery Who will be at Sanssouci tonight? It's only when you're outside that you notice Only through the window you can see them Once the door is open all will vanish Ain't nobody at Sanssouci tonight Tonight, tonight
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Written by: RUFUS WAINWRIGHT
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10 facts about this song
Artistic InspirationThe song "Sanssouci" is inspired by the infamous Sanssouci palace in Potsdam, Germany. The palace was the summer place of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia. The name Sanssouci translates to "without worries" in English.
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Album Information"Sanssouci" is a part of Rufus Wainwright's fifth studio album, "Release the Stars," which was released on May 15, 2007.
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Production TeamThe album "Release the Stars," including the track "Sanssouci," was produced by Rufus Wainwright himself. Wainwright also took on the role of executive producer, along with Neil Tennant of Pet Shop Boys.
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Personal ConnectionRufus Wainwright has admitted to fantasizing about living a luxurious lifestyle and that the song "Sanssouci" reflects his dream of leading an extravagant life.
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Critical ReceptionThe album "Release the Stars," which features "Sanssouci," was met with general acclaim from music critics and was nominated for a Juno Award in the category "International Album of the Year."
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Musical StyleThe song maintains Wainwright's signature operatic pop style, combining his unique vocal style with a luxurious and dramatic musical arrangement, reflecting the opulence of the Sanssouci palace.
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Chart PerformanceThe album "Release the Stars" peaked at number 2 in the UK Albums Chart and number 23 on the US Billboard 200. The song "Sanssouci" added to the album's overall success.
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Live Performances"Sanssouci" is often part of Wainwright's performances during his concert tours and has been lauded for its live renditions.
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Video VisualizationAlthough there is no official music video for "Sanssouci," the song's lyrics and music conjure up vivid images of the grandeur and excesses synonymous with royal lifestyle.
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Worth a MentionThe album "Release the Stars," featuring the song "Sanssouci," was listed among the 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die.
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