Roll Over
Thompson Twins
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Father John and his keep Preachin' to the women on the easy street for free Roll over again (Give me drum) Through the years Plyin' his trade Lookin' for heaven on a silver plate Roll over again If only he knew it didn't have to be that way Oh, the promised land Is just another slice of the cake Round and round, It's always round and round we go (Round and round we go) Yeah, where it leads us Nobody knows (Nobody) No, no, Dance and dance Why must we dance our lives away (Dance our lives away) How much it bleeds us No-one can say (Say say say say) Jezebel made her way, Sliding around on dirty sheets all day So roll over again (1, 2, 3, 4) She lived for years With the fear That real true love might never come her way Roll over again If only she knew it didn't have to be that way Yeah, if true romance Was just another slice of the cake Round and round, It's always round and round we go (Round and round we go) Yeah, where it leads us Nobody knows (Nobody) No, no, Dance and dance Why must we dance our lives away (Dance our lives away) How much it bleeds us No-one can say (Say say say say) You and me, Chasing dreams We can't see the forest for the trees We roll over again (Yeah) You and me Dance so well Just like John and Jezebel We roll over again (Whoa-oh-oh-oh, let's dance!) Round and round, It's always round and round we go (Round and round we go) Yeah, where it leads us Nobody knows (Nobody) No, no, Dance and dance Why must we dance our lives away (Dance our lives away) How much it bleeds us No-one can say (Say say say say) No one can say
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Written by: ALANNAH JOY CURRIE, JOSEPH MARTIN LEEWAY, TOM BAILEY
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Band's Background"Roll Over" is a song by the British band the Thompson Twins, who are known for their work in the new wave and synth-pop genres in the 1980s. They are named after a pair of detectives in the Tintin comic book series.
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Album ClassificationThe song appears on the band's sixth studio album, "Close to the Bone," released in 1987. The album incorporated a blend of pop, rock, and synth elements, with "Roll Over" fitting well into this style.
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Songwriters"Roll Over" is written by band members Tom Bailey, Alannah Currie, and Joe Leeway. This trio has written many of Thompson Twins' popular songs, making their musical partnership central to the band's sound.
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Production DetailsThe song was produced by Rupert Hine, a renowned English musician and producer who has worked with a number of notable artists such as Rush, Howard Jones, and Stevie Nicks.
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Musical Style"Roll Over" follows the Thompson Twins' signature synth-infused pop sound, with catchy hooks and melodic structures.
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ReceptionUnlike some of the Thompson Twins' earlier hits, "Roll Over" did not chart highly, reflecting the somewhat mixed commercial and critical reception of "Close to the Bone."
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Live PerformancesDespite not being a major hit, "Roll Over" has been performed live by the Thompson Twins, often stimulating a positive response from audiences due to its upbeat tempo and danceable rhythm.
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UniquenessOne of the unique aspects of "Roll Over" is the use of unconventional instruments for a pop song, such as the mouth organ, which adds a unique character to the song.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Roll Over" are somewhat ambiguous and open to interpretation, with suggestions of love, connection, and change.
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Limited ReleasesThe song was only released in certain regions, including the UK and the US, and was not made widely available for foreign markets.
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