Australia

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About Australia

"Australia" is a song by Australian rock band Gyroscope, from the album Breed Obsession. It was released as the third single from their highly successful album, which peaked at number one on the Australian Albums Chart. The song was released to radio in May 2008, and was released as a CD single and digital download on 14 June 2008, along with two acoustic pieces. One of those being a live acoustic version of "Australia", the other a live acoustic cover of Chris Isaak's "Wicked Game".  


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2008
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In the early 80's when I washed up on the shore
I could breathe a little more than I would realize
You can call me crazy, you can call me what you will
You could take the bitter pill, if it helps you sleep at night

It's a long long way my crooked friend
Such a long long way back
Home
So close, yet we've come so far
So close, still we've got so far

I can safely say we feel as safe as we like
Lest we forget those who die, I never will
Such a perfect Island, tucked away in the sea
The real land of the free, do you here me

It's a long way home my crooked friend
But I do appreciate the time we spent
Its a long long way back home
Such a long long way back 
Home

So close, yet we've come so far
So close, still we've got so far
So close, yet we've come so far
So close, still we've got so far
So close, yet we've come so far
So close, still we've got so far

A long way home

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Gyroscope

Gyroscope is an Australian rock band from Perth, Western Australia, that was formed in 1997. The band consists of vocalist and guitarist, Daniel Sanders, guitarist and backing vocalist, Zoran Trivic, bassist and backing vocalist, Brad Campbell, and drummer, Rob Nassif. As of 2012, Gyroscope has released four studio albums during its thirteen-year career, all recorded with the band's current lineup. more »

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Written by: BRAD RICHARD CAMPBELL, DANIEL JAMES SANDERS, ROBERT NASSIF, ZORAN TRIVIC

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Australia" is a song by Gyroscope, a band known for their post-grunge and alternative rock sound.
Band Origin
Gyroscope is an Australian band from Perth, formed in 1997. This song, aptly named "Australia," has roots tied to the band's home country.
Album
It's a song from the album "Breed Obsession," which was their third studio album released in March 2008.
Chart Success
"Australia" was a commercial success for the band, peaking at number 38 on the Australian ARIA singles chart.
Award Nomination
The album "Breed Obsession," which features the song, was nominated for the 2008 ARIA Award for Best Rock Album.
Song Theme
The song’s lyrics seem to reflect the band's feelings of identity and connection to their home country, Australia, hence the title.
Release
"Australia" was released as a single in 2008.
Music Video
The music video for "Australia" features the band members performing in various outdoor locations around Australia, highlighting the beauty of their homeland.
Band Members
At the time when "Australia" was recorded, Gyroscope consisted of band members Daniel Sanders, Zoran Trivic, Brad Campbell, and Rob Nassif.
Critical Reception
The song received positive reviews from music critics, praising it for its powerful chorus and compelling lyrics.

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