The Voice
Ultravox
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Native these words seem to me All speech directed to me I've heard them once before I know that feeling Stranger emotions in mind Changing the contours I find I've seen them once before Someone cries to me Chorus: O O O O The look and the sound of the voice O O O O They try, they try O O O O The shape and the power of the voice O O O O In strong low tones Forceful and twisting again Wasting the perfect remains I've felt it once before Slipping over me (Chorus) Sweetly the voices decay Draw on the lines that they say I'd lost it once before Now it cries to me (Chorus)
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Written by: CHRISTOPHER THOMAS ALLEN, MIDGE URE, WARREN REGINALD CANN, WILLIAM CURRIE
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Background"The Voice" is a song by British new wave band Ultravox, released as the third single from their sixth studio album, "Rage in Eden" (1981).
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 16 on the UK singles chart, remaining in the charts for a total of eight weeks.
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Musical CompositionIt's well known for its powerful, operatic vocals from Midge Ure, as well as its complex and layered synth-heavy sound.
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Video ProductionIts music video, characterized by its lavish production values and surreal imagery, reflects the band's interest in modernistic design and art.
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Musical StyleThe song’s style is a unique blend of electronic, symphonic, and rock genres, symbolizing Ultravox's commitment to innovative music-making.
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Live PerformancesUltravox performed "The Voice" live at the Live Aid concert in 1985 at Wembley Stadium, which helped solidify their relevance in the worldwide music scene.
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LegacyEven though it wasn't their biggest commercial hit, "The Voice" is considered one of Ultravox's signature songs, showcasing their distinct musical style.
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Album Success"Rage in Eden", the album from which "The Voice" is taken, was a top5 hit on the UK Albums Chart and has since been certified Gold by the British Phonographic Industry.
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Band MembersThe band members at the time of "The Voice" release were Midge Ure (vocals, guitar), Billy Currie (keyboards, violin), Chris Cross (bass), and Warren Cann (drums).
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ProductionThe mix of "The Voice" on the 12" single version is different from the album and 7" single versions, with an extended intro and a longer, instrumental outro.
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Cover VersionsThe song was covered by Scottish post-punk band Scars, and their cover version was included in the tribute album "A Means to an End: The Music of Joy Division" released in 1995.
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RecognitionIn 2016, "The Voice" was ranked number 31 in Classic Pop Magazine's "Top 100 Singles of the 1980s".
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