Black Eyed Boy

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About Black Eyed Boy

"Black Eyed Boy" is the third single from Scottish rock band Texas's album White on Blonde. The song was released on 28 July 1997 and reached number five on the UK Singles Chart. It fared better in the band's native Scotland, reaching number two on the Scottish Singles Chart. Elsewhere, the song reached the top 50 in Australia, Belgium, France, Ireland, and Sweden.


Year:
1997
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No I don't lack ambition
Can't you see what I hate
That it's you who is sinking
Locked behind iron gates

You should know
You're falling into fiction
I can tell
You're on some foolish mission

You're black eyed soul
You should know
That there's nowhere else to go
My black eyed boy
You will find
Your own space and time

You call me superstitious
Tie me up with your deceit
I could never be malicious
Though I seem so bittersweet

You should know
You're falling into fiction
I can tell
You're on some foolish mission

You're black eyed soul
You should know
That there's nowhere else to go
My black eyed boy
You will find
Your own space and time

Black eyed soul
You should know
That there's nowhere else to go
My black eyed boy
You will find
Your own space and
Time

Yeh, you should know
You're falling into fiction
I can tell
You're on some foolish mission

You're black eyed soul
You should know
That there's nowhere else to go
My black eyed boy
You will find
Your own space and time

Black eyed soul
You should know
That there's nowhere else to go
My black eyed boy
You will find
Your own space and time

Black eyed soul
You should know
That there's nowhere else to go
My black eyed boy
You will find
Your own space and time

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Texas

Texas is the second most populous and the second-largest of the 50 states in the United States of America, and the largest state in the 48 contiguous United States. Located in the South Central United States, Texas shares an international border with the Mexican states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León and Tamaulipas to the south, and borders the US states of New Mexico to the west, Oklahoma to the north, Arkansas to the northeast and Louisiana to the east. Texas has an area of 268,820 square miles (696,200 km2), and a growing population of 25.7 million residents. more »

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Written by: ROBERT HODGENS, SHARLEEN SPITERI, JOHN MCELHONE, RICHARD MURRAY HYND, EDDIE CAMPBELL

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10 facts about this song

Release and Chart Performance
"Black Eyed Boy" was released as the third single from the "White on Blonde" album by Texas in July 1997. It accomplished quite impressive chart positions globally, peaking at number 5 in the United Kingdom and securing spots on charts in multiple European countries.
Critical Acclaim
The song received positive reviews from music critics. Its pop-rock sound, catchy tune, and the soulful rendition of Sharleen Spiteri, the lead singer of Texas, was greatly appreciated.
Songwriting
"Black Eyed Boy" was written by band members Sharleen Spiteri, Richard Hynd, Johnny McElhone, and Ally McErlaine. The team effort gave it a unique blend of pop and rock elements with a tinge of soul and country music.
Music Video
The music video for "Black Eyed Boy", directed by Vaughan Arnell, was set in a desert town. It portrays the band in various scenarios, with Spiteri playing an important part in the narrative. The video enhanced the song's popularity amongst television viewers.
Accolade
"Black Eyed Boy" earned a nomination at the Brit Awards in 1998 for the Best British Single, showing recognition for both the band's music writing ability and the song's commercial appeal.
Album Success
The song was part of the album "White on Blonde", which was a massive success, going 6x Platinum in the UK. "Black Eyed Boy" was one of the standout tracks that greatly contributed to the album's acclaim.
Live Performances
"Black Eyed Boy" is often performed in Texas's live performances, showing its popularity and longevity within the band's discography.
Continual Popularity
Even after more than two decades of its release, "Black Eyed Boy" remains one of the most recognizable and popular songs by Texas. It is frequently played on radio stations, included in popular playlists, and performed in live concerts, underlining its timeless appeal.
Cover Versions
The song's catchy tunes and popular appeal have led many other artists and bands to cover the song in their performances, further spreading its reach and influence.
Cultural Reference
"Black Eyed Boy" has appeared in numerous television shows, films, and compilations, extending beyond the realm of music into pop culture.

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