Airport

Motors

About Airport

"Airport" is a single by English power pop/new wave band The Motors. Released on 2 June 1978 by Virgin Records, the song reached number four on the UK Singles Chart. On 1 July 1978, the single was awarded a silver certification by the BPI in the UK for sales of over 250,000 units. It also reached number 19 in South Africa on 24 November 1978.


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So many destination faces going to so many places
Where the weather is much better
And the food is so much cheaper.
Well I help her with her baggage for her baggage is so heavy
I hear the plane is ready by the gateway to take my love away.
And I can't believe that she really wants to leave me and it's getting me so,
It's getting me so.

Airport -
Airport, you've got a smiling face,
you took the one I love so far away
Fly her away - fly her away - airport.
Airport, you've got a smiling face
You took my lady to another place
Fly her away - fly her away.

The plane is on the move,
And the traces of the love we had in places
Are turning in my mind - how I wish I'd been much stronger
For the wheels are turning faster as I hear the winds are blowing
and I know that she is leaving
On the jet plane way down the runaway.
And I can't believe that she really wants to leave me - and it's
getting me so,
It's getting me so.

Airport

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Written by: ANDREW MCMASTER

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20 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Airport" is classified under the genre of Power Pop and New Wave.
Chart Performance
The track was a major hit for Motors, reaching number 4 on the UK Singles Chart in 1978.
Album Inclusion
"Airport" is included in their second studio album, "Approved by the Motors," released in 1978.
Song Duration
The duration of the song "Airport" is approximately four minutes.
Band Lineup
At the time of recording "Airport," the Motors consisted of Nick Garvey, Andy McMaster, Ricky Slaughter, and Bram Tchaikovsky.
Song Theme
The song's subject matter pertains to an individual bidding goodbye to their love interest at the airport, expressing the melancholy and despair inherent to partings.
Song Recognition
Airplay of "Airport" is often joked about due to its subject matter of saying goodbye, and it has been noted as inappropriate to be played at airports.
Song Composition
Andy McMaster, the band's bassist, and keyboardist, wrote “Airport".
Television Appearance
The Motors performed "Airport" on an episode of the popular UK musical TV show, "Top of the Pops" when it was a hit.
Band's Hit Song
Despite the band releasing other songs, "Airport" is often recognized as Motors’ most memorable track.
Live Performances
Even after Motors disbanded, the song "Airport" remained a favorite in live sets when band members embarked on solo careers.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists showing its popularity and influence in rock music.
Track Listing
"Airport" is the first track on the "Approved By The Motors" album.
Song's Legacy
Despite being over four decades old, “Airport” remains a favorite on classic rock and oldies radio stations.
Reissue
"Airport" was also released in 1995 as a part of a greatest hits collection.
Band Breakup
Just a year later after "Airport" hit the charts, band member Bram Tchaikovsky left the band, leading to the Motors eventually disbanding.
Signature Song
Despite the Motors' other hits, "Airport" is often recognized as their signature song due it's popular success.
Music Video
An official music video was also released for "Airport" which includes the band's performance interspersed with airport footage.
B-Side Track
The B-side of "Airport" was a song titled, "Cold Love" also composed by McMaster.
Pop Culture Appearance
"Airport" also appeared in the 1997 film 'The Full Monty' showing its continued relevance in pop culture.

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