Skin Deep
The Stranglers
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Many people tell you that they're your friend You believe them You need them For what's round the river bend Make sure that you're receiving the signals they send 'Cause brother, you've only got two hands to lend Maybe there's someone who makes you weep And some nights loom up ahead When you're asleep Some days there's things on your mind you should keep Sometimes, it's tougher to look than to leap (Ooh-ooh) better watch out for the skin deep (Ooh-ooh) better watch out for the skin deep (Brother, watch out) watch out for the skin deep (Brother, watch out) watch out for the skin deep Better watch out for the skin deep One day, the track that you're climbing gets steep Your emotions are frayed And your nerves are starting to creep Just remember the days As long as the time that you keep Brother, you better watch out for the skin deep (Ooh-ooh) better watch out for the skin deep (Ooh-ooh) better watch out for the skin deep (Brother, watch out) watch out for the skin deep (Brother, watch out) watch out for the skin deep Better watch out for the skin deep (Brother, watch out) watch out for the skin deep (Brother, watch out) watch out for the skin deep Better watch out for the skin deep
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Written by: JEAN JACQUES BURNEL, HUGH ALAN CORNWELL, BRIAN JOHN DUFFY, DAVID PAUL GREENFIELD
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Skin Deep" is a song by the British new wave band "The Stranglers." It was released in 1984 as part of their album "Aural Sculpture."
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Skin Deep" reached number 11 in the UK Singles Chart, making it one of The Stranglers' highest-charting songs.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Skin Deep" was shot in Egypt, featuring different historical sites.
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CompositionIt is notable for its melodic, Eastern-influenced violin line played by band member Dave Greenfield.
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Song ThemeThe song contains a strong message about the superficiality of physical appearance, suggesting that real beauty is more than just skin deep.
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Line-upThe band line-up at the time of "Skin Deep" release included Hugh Cornwell (vocals, guitar), Jean-Jacques Burnel (bass), Dave Greenfield (keyboards), and Jet Black (drums).
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Live Performances"Skin Deep" is one of the band's staples in live performances and is frequently included in their setlist.
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Cover VersionsThe track has been covered by several bands since its release, testament to its enduring popularity.
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Album SuccessThe "Aural Sculpture" album, which features "Skin Deep," reached number 14 in the UK Albums Chart, marking the band's return to commercial success after a couple of lower-charting albums.
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LegacyToday, "Skin Deep" remains one of The Stranglers' most popular songs and is widely regarded as a classic track from the 80s new wave music scene.
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