Velouria
Pixies
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Hold my head, we'll trampoline Finally through the roof onto somewhere near and far in time Velouria, her covering, traveling career She can really move, oh, Velveteen My Velouria, my Velouria Even I'll adore you, my Velouria Even I'll adore you, my Velouria Say to me, where have you been? Finally through the roof And how does lemur skin reflect the sea? We will wade in the shine of the ever We will wade in the shine of the ever We will wade in the tides of the summer, every summer Every my Velouria, my Velouria Forevergreen, I know she's here in California I can see the tears of Shastasheen My Velouria, my Velouria Even I'll adore you, my Velouria Even I'll adore you, my Velouria
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Written by: CHARLES THOMPSON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"Velouria" is a composition by American alternative rock band Pixies. The song is known for its unconventional structure and surf rock influenced melodies.
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Album FeatureThe song is from their album "Bossanova," released in 1990. This was their third studio album, which carried a more surf-inspired sound in several of its tracks.
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Single Release"Velouria" was released as the first single from "Bossanova" and reached No. 4 on the U.S. Modern Rock Tracks chart, the highest position on this chart achieved by Pixies.
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Music Video FeatureAn ironic music video featuring the band running slow-motion through a quarry in the UK was made for "Velouria". This video was aired on UK television, even though the band members themselves were not fond of making music videos.
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Song InterpretationThe interpretation of the song's lyrics is debated among fans. Some interpret the titular "Velouria" as a reference to an alien or a mystical being, while others speculate it's about a romantic interest draped in velour fabric.
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Unique ElementA theremin-like instrument sound is used, which gives uniqueness to the song.
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Popularity in UKDespite Pixies being an American band, "Velouria" peaked at number 28 on the UK Singles Chart, marking Pixies' first Top 40 hit in the UK.
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Live Performances"Velouria" became a staple of Pixies' live shows and remained a fan favorite, even after the band's initial disbandment in 1993.
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Cover VersionsThere have been multiple covers and adaptations of "Velouria," including one by American rock band Weezer, which is featured on the 2004 charity album entitled "Dig for Fire: A Tribute to Pixies".
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Reunion UseAfter Pixies' reunion in 2004, "Velouria" was commonly included in setlists, symbolizing its continuing popularity among fans and the band themselves.
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