Like a Motorway
Saint Etienne
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Transcribed by mark dorset He's gone, / he's gone. / She wears sad jeans / torn at the waistband. / Her pretty face / is stained with tears. / And in her right hand / she clasps a letter; / I know this means / that he has gone. / And in this town / of mis-guided tourists, / She never thought / she'd fall in love. / It was a few days / after her birthday, / The thrill hostess / gave her first kiss. / He said her skin / smelled just like petals, / Said stupid things / he knew she'd like. / She said her life / was like a motorway: / Dull, grey, and long / 'til he came along. / He's gone, / he's gone. / I said "how could / he ever leave you? / You two were good, / you were so right." / She said "I wish / that he just left me; / He'd be alive, / alive tonight." / He's gone, / he's gone. / He's gone, / he's gone. / He's gone, / he's gone.
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Written by: BOB STANLEY, PETER STEWART WIGGS
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Like a Motorway" is a song by the English electronic music band Saint Etienne. It was released as a single from their third album, "Tiger Bay," in 1994.
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Song StructureThe song cleverly matches its lyrics about a woman left by a man who "moves so fast" to a steady, motorik beat, which makes it feel like you're traveling on a motorway while listening.
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Music GenreThe track is classified as a synth-pop song, influenced by the electronic German band Neu!, known for pioneering the motorik beat.
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Lyrics InspirationThe song's lyrics are based on the traditional English folk song "Silver Dagger," which warns of the dangerous allure of men.
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Billboard Chart"Like a Motorway" reached number 47 in the UK Singles Chart in May 1994.
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RemixesA variety of remixes of the song were created, including versions by David Holmes, Autechre, and The Chemical Brothers.
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Music VideoThe song's music video was directed by British filmmaker and visual artist Derek Jarman. It was one of the last videos he made before his death in 1994.
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Unique SoundThe track stands apart from the rest of the "Tiger Bay" album with its minimalist approach and stark electronic sound, using a Roland Jupiter 6 synthesizer as its main instrument.
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Critical ReceptionCritics have widely praised the song for its haunting melody, evocative lyrics, and innovative blend of folk and electronic music.
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LegacyThroughout the years, "Like a Motorway" continues to be a fan favorite and it's frequently played in live shows by the band.
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