Stand Above Me

Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

About Stand Above Me

"Stand Above Me" is a song by Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark, released as the first single from their album Liberator (released a few weeks ahead of the album), and their 26th single overall. It was the last OMD single released on a 12" format before OMD took a break in 1996. The next 12" to be released under the OMD name was "Metroland" in March 2013. Billboard, in a positive review, wrote: "For public tastes that run to infectiously upbeat bubblegum pop with some muscle, this track, from the chronically overlooked venerable British pop outfit, will do the trick. Features fat, raspy synths, a rollicking beat, and sweet, strong vocal harmonies."An "anonymous" club 12" was released as "Liberator: Stand Above Me". It appeared to be credited to the act "Liberator". The song peaked at number 5 on the US modern rock chart and number 6 on the US dance chart. 


Year:
1993
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We always stick together
Like we're something made of glue
And justify the passion
Saying one is more than two
But if you don't believe the words
They're surely to come true
There's one thing that's so obvious
But it's something you won't do
Because you stand above me
But I know you don't
You say you love me
But I know you won't
We always say we're happy
When you know it's never true
But I was just so frightened
Of the things you'd say and do
But if you don't believe the words
They're surely to come true
It's starting to be so obvious
That it's something you won't do
Because you stand above me
But I know you don't
You say you love me
But I know you won't

But if you don't believe the words
They're surely to come true
There's one thing that's so obvious
But it's something you won't do

Because you stand above me
But I know you don't
You say you love me
But I know you won't

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Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) are a British New Wave group formed in 1978, whose founding members, Andy McCluskey (vocals, bass guitar) and Paul Humphreys (keyboards, vocals), are originally from the Wirral Peninsula, England. The band rose to fame with their fourth single "Enola Gay", which became a major hit throughout Europe in 1980, and achieved worldwide popularity the following year with their third album Architecture & Morality. Regarded as the band's seminal work, it spawned three international hit singles and propelled them to superstar status in their home country. OMD, whose music frequently eschewed traditional pop music arrangements in favour of experimentation, were retrospectively described by AllMusic's Ned Raggett as having been… more »

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Written by: ANDREW MC CLUSKEY, LLOYD MASSETT, STUART KERSHAW

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12 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Stand Above Me" is a song by the English electronic music band, Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD).
Year of Release
It was released in 1993.
Album Information
The song is part of the band's ninth studio album called "Liberator" which was released in the same year.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, "Stand Above Me" peaked at number 21 on the UK Singles Chart, making it OMD's 17th UK Top 40 hit.
Release as Single
"Stand Above Me" was released as the lead single from the "Liberator" album.
Song Style
This song features OMD's signature synth-pop sound, known for their blend of catchy melodies and thought-provoking lyrics.
Video
The official video for "Stand Above Me" was directed by Howard Greenhalgh. It encapsulated the era's style with its bright colors and computer graphics.
Band Members
During the release of "Stand Above Me," the band's line up included co-founders Andy McCluskey (vocals, bass guitar) and Paul Humphreys (keyboards, vocals), as well as Martin Cooper (keyboards, saxophone) and Stuart Kershaw (drums).
Music Career
1993's 'Stand Above Me' was released at a time when OMD was striving to remain relevant in the rapidly shifting musical landscape of the 1990s.
Critical Reception
Despite not reaching the upper echelons of the charts, "Stand Above Me" received generally positive reviews from music critics, praising its catchy synth-pop sound.
Covers and Remixes
"Stand Above Me" has been covered and remixed by several artists over the years, reflecting the song's enduring popularity.
Band's Legacy
OMD is often regarded as one of the pioneering bands of the electronic genre, with "Stand Above Me" being one of the songs that helped solidify that status.

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