Such a Shame

Talk Talk

About Such a Shame

"Such a Shame" is a song written by Mark Hollis for the English band Talk Talk's second album It's My Life (1984).


Year:
1998
4:23
38 

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Such a shame to believe in escape
A life on every face and that's a change 
Till I'm finally left with the eight
Tell me to relax
I just stare
Maybe I don't know if I should change
A feeling that we share
It's a shame
Such a shame
Number me with rage
It's a shame
Such a shame
Number me in haste
Such a shame
This eagerness to change
It's a shame
The dice beside my fate and that's a shame in these trembling hands
My faith tells me to react I don't care 

Maybe it's unkind if I should change a feeling that we share
It's a shame
Such a shame
Number me with rage
Tell me to relax
I just stare
Maybe I don't know
If I should change a feeling that we share
It's a shame
Such a shame
Number me with rage
Such a shame write across my name
Such a shame this eagerness to change

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Talk Talk

Talk Talk were an English musical group, active from 1981 to 1991. The group had a string of international hit singles including "Today", "Talk Talk", "It's My Life", "Such a Shame", "Dum Dum Girl", "Life's What You Make It" and "Living in Another World". more »

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Written by: Mark David Hollis

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
The song "Such A Shame" was released in 1984 by the British band Talk Talk. It was the second single from their album "It's My Life".
Chart Performance
The song became a huge hit in continental Europe in 1984 and 1985, reaching the Top 10 in several countries, but it did not have substantial success in the UK or US charts.
Song Inspiration
The song was primarily inspired by Luke Rhinehart's book "The Dice Man", which is a novel about a psychiatrist's life influenced by the roll of a die.
Song Meaning
The song is about decision-making processes and the random nature of life. It discusses the frustration and difficulties of having to make important life decisions.
Popularity in Specific Market
"Such A Shame" achieved the most significant commercial success in Switzerland where it topped the charts for two consecutive weeks.
Music Video
The music video for "Such a Shame" was directed by Tim Pope, known for his work with The Cure.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists, including Belgian band Nouvelle Vague and French singer Sandra.
Band's Remark
"Such A Shame" became one of Talk Talk's most famous songs, despite lead singer Mark Hollis remarking later that he believed the song was not representative of their best work.
Tribute
After the death of Mark Hollis in 2019, "Such A Shame" was performed live by The Divine Comedy as a tribute to him.
Disco Version
A disco version of "Such A Shame" was released by Gazebo in 2008, demonstrating the song's enduring popularity and adaptability.

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