House of Salome
Kim Wilde
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Shadows run in the heat of the desert Hands beat at the door Someone stands and calls For the name of Salome As the veils were pushed away He gazed upon a face He'd never seen Was she a dream ? He heard the sound from a distance voice You'd better watch out! You'd better watch out! He heard the sound from a thousand years Calling out Calling out In the house of Salome You have to surrender "Run with her" said the young handmaiden "She will be your queen All your life you'll live In the dream of Salome Take her mouth and with your hands Just kiss her painted lips Don't you make a move 'till Salome calls you" As the music danced around the desert night He smelt her perfumed skin As they made love He heard the sound of a distant voice You'd better watch out! You'd better watch out! He heard the sound of a thousand years Calling out Calling out In the house of Salome You have to surrender
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Written by: MARTY WILDE, RICKY WILDE
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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6 facts about this song
Song Facts"House of Salome" is a song by British pop singer Kim Wilde.
- It was released as a part of her third studio album 'Catch as Catch Can' in 1983.
- Despite its popularity among Wilde's fans, it was never released as a single.
- The song is a unique blend of 80s synth-pop with elements of dance and new wave.
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Album FactsThe "Catch as Catch Can" album where the song appeared, achieved moderate success in Europe.
- The album was not as successful as Wilde's previous albums in the UK, peaking at number 92.
- Due to the album's underperformance, Wilde's long-time producer, Ricky Wilde, decided to move into a more pop-friendly territory in their future projects.
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Artist FactsKim Wilde is known as one of the biggest female pop stars of the 80s.
- Her debut single "Kids in America" reached number two in the UK in 1981.
- Wilde has sold over 10 million albums and 20 million singles worldwide.
- Aside from her music career, Wilde has also found success as a gardener, winning awards for her contributions to landscape gardening.
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Composer Facts"House of Salome" like most Kim Wilde songs, was composed by her father, Marty Wilde.
- Marty Wilde is a successful singer-songwriter himself, being a part of the rock and roll era of the 50s and 60s.
- The creative union of father and daughter has proven to be quite successful in Kim Wilde's career.
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Lyrics FactsThe lyrics of "House of Salome" are cryptic and are open to many interpretations.
- The song is a vivid narrative, involving dancing around fires under a moonlit sky and riding on a tiger.
- The term "Salome" is a reference to the biblical figure, who is often associated with seductive dances and manipulation.
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Legacy FactsAlthough it was not released as a single, "House of Salome" is considered a fan favourite.
- It showcases Wilde's versatility as an artist and willingness to experiment with various musical styles.
- The song remains popular in live shows, highlighting Wilde's consistent appeal and longevity in the music industry.
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