Black Tears
Powderfinger
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Fragile little thing go lightly on the wing Don't be put off your game If troubled wind should blow you off your way Natural love and trust Have downed their tools and struck The nation's heart it rusts is no surprise And seems so appropriate today Black tears on a red rock Fall right through and they dry up How could it fail to grab your attention Black tears on a red rock These trees bear a strange fruit Harvesting lies and poisoned blossoms of the truth There's blood on all our hands and blood on our boots And black tears on a red rock An island watch house bed A black man's lying dead An island watch house bed A black man's lying dead
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Written by: BERNARD JOSEPH FANNING, DARREN STUART MIDDLETON, IAN DAVID HAUG, JOHN ANDREW COLLINS, JONATHAN ROBERT COGHILL
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Black Tears" is a song by the Australian rock band Powderfinger from their sixth studio album "Dream Days at the Hotel Existence," which was released in 2007.
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Songwriting ContextAccording to the band members, the song was written in response to the death of an Aboriginal man in police custody on Palm Island. It aimed to draw attention to the issue of racial inequality faced by the aboriginal community in Australia.
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Lyrics ControversyThe original lyrics of the song faced controversy as they referenced the death of the Aboriginal man, which led to a legal dispute with the police officers initially implicated in the incident.
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Censored VersionDue to the controversy surrounding its lyrics, a censored version of "Black Tears" was released where the contentious lines were removed.
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Concept and MeaningThe song, even in its censored version, is known for its powerful and emotive content. It showcases the band's social conscience and their commitment to addressing societal issues.
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Album SuccessDespite the controversy around this particular song, the album "Dream Days at the Hotel Existence" was a commercial success. It topped the Australian Albums Chart and was also certified Platinum.
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Critical Reception"Black Tears" was lauded by critics for its poignant message and heartfelt composition, with many praising the band's courage in taking a stand on a contentious issue.
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Band's PerspectiveAccording to Powderfinger's lead vocalist Bernard Fanning, "Black Tears" is not about taking sides, but about empathizing with the tragedy of the situation. It was meant to express sadness and sympathy.
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Unintended ControversyInterestingly, Powderfinger did not expect "Black Tears" to cause a legal controversy. They merely wanted to highlight the broader issue of racial discrimination and its tragic consequences.
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Lasting ImpactDespite the controversy, or perhaps because of it, "Black Tears" is considered one of Powderfinger's most potent tracks with a lasting social message. It continues to be recognized for its candid and empathetic exploration of racial inequality in Australia.
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