Crystal Ball

Keane

About Crystal Ball

"Crystal Ball" is a song performed and composed by English rock band Keane, and featured on their second studio album, Under the Iron Sea. The song was released on 21 August 2006 as the third single from the United Kingdom album version (see 2006 in British music). "Crystal Ball" was also released on 18 August 2006 in the Netherlands and peaked at #20 in both the Dutch Singles Chart and the UK Singles Chart.


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2007
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Who is the man I see
Where I'm supposed to be?
I lost my heart, I buried it too deep
Under the iron sea.

Oh, crystal ball, crystal ball,
Save us all, tell me life is beautiful,
Mirror, mirror on the wall.

Lines ever more unclear,
I'm not sure I'm even here,
The more I look the more I think that I'm
Starting to disappear.

Oh, crystal ball, crystal ball,
Save us all, tell me life is beautiful,
Mirror, mirror on the wall.
Oh, crystal ball, hear my song,
I'm fading out, everything I know is wrong,
So put me where I belong.

I don't where I am,
And I don't really care,
I look myself in the eye,
There's no one there.
I fall upon the earth,
I call upon the air,
But all I get is the same old vacant stare.

Oh, crystal ball, crystal ball,
Save us all, tell me life is beautiful,
Mirror, mirror on the wall.
Oh, crystal ball, hear my song,
I'm fading out, everything I know is wrong,
So put me where I belong.

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Keane

Keane are an English alternative rock band from Battle, East Sussex, formed in 1997. The group currently comprises Tim Rice-Oxley (piano, synthesisers, backing vocals), Richard Hughes (drums, percussion, backing vocals), Jesse Quin (bass guitar, electric guitar, backing vocals) and Tom Chaplin (lead vocals, acoustic guitar). Their original line-up included founder and guitarist Dominic Scott, who left in 2001. more »

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Written by: RICHARD DAVID HUGHES, TIMOTHY JAMES RICE-OXLEY, TOM CHAPLIN

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
"Crystal Ball" by Keane was released on 21st August 2006.
Record Label
It was released under the Island Records label, a record label that operates as a division of Universal Music Group.
Album Association
The song is included in the band's second studio album titled "Under the Iron Sea," which was released in June 2006.
Track Position
In the "Under the Iron Sea" album, "Crystal Ball" is the eighth track.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 20 on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing its popularity among the audience.
Music Video
The sparking, somewhat eerie music video for "Crystal Ball" was directed by Giuseppe Capotondi.
Lyrics and Meaning
The cryptic lyrics of the song are said to reflect the uncertain future of the band at the time due to inner conflicts and the fear of a potential breakup.
Songwriters and Producers
"Crystal Ball" was written by the band members Tom Chaplin, Tim Rice-Oxley, and Richard Hughes. It was produced by Andy Green along with the band.
Critical Reception
The song received positive reviews from music critics, praised for its melancholic lyrics and haunting tune.
Live Performances
Keane often performed "Crystal Ball" in their live concerts, and it was a crowd-favorite track.
Covers
The song has been covered by various artists showcasing its influence in the pop rock genre.
Official Remixes
Besides the original version, an official remix by Alexis Taylor from Hot Chip was released in 2006.

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