Instinct
Crowded House
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I lit the match I lit the match I saw another monster turn to ash Felt the burden lifting from my back Do you recognise a nervous twitch That exposes the weakness of the myth When your turn comes round And the light goes on And you feel your attraction again Your instinct can't be wrong Separate the fiction from the fact A (get) little slow to react But it's nearly time to flick the switch And I'm hanging by a single stitch Laughing at the stony face of gloom When your turn comes round And the light goes on And you feel your attraction again Your instinct can't be wrong Feel this come and go Where the true present lies Calling down, calling down, calling Laughing at the stony face of gloom When your turn comes round And the days get long And you feel your attraction to him Your instinct can't be wrong Calling down Calling down
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Written by: NEIL MULLANE FINN
Lyrics © CHRYSALIS SONGS O/B/O ROUNDHEAD MUSIC
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11 facts about this song
Release Information"Instinct" is a song by New Zealand-Australian rock band Crowded House. It was released in July 1996 as the lead single from their best-of album "Recurring Dream."
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Key PerformersThis song was mainly performed by Neil Finn (principal songwriter and lead vocalist) along with Nick Seymour (bass guitarist), and Paul Hester (drummer).
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Song Popularity"Instinct" was very popular in its era and reached number one in New Zealand's singles chart.
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was written by Neil Finn, one of the founding members of the band. Finn is noted for his profound songwriting that combines catchy melodies with thoughtful lyrics.
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Album Success"Recurring Dream" which features "Instinct," was a commercial success, becoming the most sold album in Australia in 1996.
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Artistic StyleThough "Instinct" is a pop song, it continues Crowded House's tradition of infusing their music with elements of rock, folk, and even alternative styles. This beautiful mélange of styles helped them stand out in the music industry.
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Final SingleInterestingly, the release of "Instinct" marked the point at which Crowded House decided to disband. This makes the song the last single the band released before their initial split.
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Song ThemesAs with many Crowded House songs, "Instinct" is known for its insightful lyrics. The song can be interpreted as discussing the importance of following your heart and trusting your gut in life's decisions.
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Live PerformancesAfter the band's reunion in 2006, "Instinct" has been performed intermittently during live shows, showcasing the enduring popularity of the song among fans.
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Chart PerformanceBesides hitting number one in New Zealand, "Instinct" also achieved notable success in Australia where it peaked at number six.
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Music VideoA music video was made for "Instinct," which added further to the song's popularity. It was aired frequently on music television networks such as MTV and VH1.
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