When I Kiss You (I Hear Charlie Parker Playing)
Sparks
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Out of the doorway, into the morning Wish I was a bird that was migratory Spoken half in jest, catch the bird that's in my nest Out of the doorway, into the morning All of them seem to be selling something Illegal substances, or an hour with no kisses Though I am tempted, they are pre-empted You and your rosary are exempted From criminality, still there is a duality You'll never know it, I'll never show it Only I hear it, only I know that What's apropos for me, may for thee be blasphemy And the hills are alive with the sound of music CHORUS: When I kiss you, when I kiss you I hear Charlie Parker playing Will I miss you, will I miss you When the playing ends one night When I kiss you, when I kiss you I hear Charlie Parker playing Will I miss you, will I miss you When I finally see the light Where are they going, what are they doing Who are they chasing, who are they suing It all ends up OK in this Tennessee Williams play What are they facing, who are they casing When you're attacked, tell me, who are you macing For me it's all just fine, 'cause she's a Frank Lloyd Wright design The finest of material A little asymmetrical But that's the way it goes, my love for her just grows and grows It's bigger than Fuji, bigger than Fuji Sometimes she's a little screwy But all that is offset when we dispense with etiquette And the hills are alive with the sound of music CHORUS Out of the doorway, into the morning Wish I was a bird that was predatory Spoken half in jest, catch the bird that's in my nest There's rebel advances, labor disputes Somebody's shot and somebody shoots And hits the bullseye -bam- captured on a portacam And the hills are alive with the sound of music
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Written by: RON MAEL, RUSSELL MAEL
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11 facts about this song
Album Origin"When I Kiss You (I Hear Charlie Parker Playing)" is a song by the American rock band Sparks. It is from their 16th studio album, "Gratuitous Sax & Senseless Violins," released in 1994.
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Musical StyleThe song marks Sparks' shift from their traditional rock/pop sound to a more synthesized techno-pop approach. This makes the tune distinctly lighter and quirkier than some of their earlier works.
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Song Popularity"When I Kiss You (I Hear Charlie Parker Playing)" reached the #18 spot on the UK Singles Chart in 1995, making it one of the band's most successful songs.
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Charlie Parker ConnectionThe song references Charlie Parker, an American jazz saxophonist, who was a leading figure in the development of bebop, a form of jazz. Sparks embed his name in the title as a gesture to Parker's importance in the music world.
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Music VideoDirected by Sophie Muller, the music video's aesthetic captures the song's wacky, over-the-top charisma. It features Ron and Russell Mael, Sparks' members, performing the song in various locations and elaborate costumes.
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RemixesThe song has been remixed several times, most famously in the "Red Jerry Remix," a popular version in the club scene.
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Unique LyricismThe lyrics of the song are filled with unusual metaphors, humoured punch lines, and quirky imagery, reflecting Sparks' iconic style.
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Concert StapleDespite its release over two decades ago, the song remains a staple in Sparks' live concert setlists, showcasing its enduring popularity.
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Musical InfluenceThe song's innovative and stylized electronic sound has helped to influence a generation of alternative pop artists and electronic musicians.
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Chart Performance"When I Kiss You (I Hear Charlie Parker Playing)" spent seven weeks in total on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of Sparks' longest-charting hits.
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Positive ReviewsThe song has been praised for its infectious melody, quirky lyrics, and the Mael brothers' distinctive vocals.
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