Mystic Eyes
Van Morrison, Them
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One Sunday mornin' A-we went walkin' Down by, the old graveyard The morning fog I looked into A-yeah those mystic eyes Her mystic eyes Mystic eyes Mystic eyes Mystic eyes Mystic eyes Mystic eyes Oh, the mystic eyes Ooh
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11 facts about this song
Release Information"Mystic Eyes" was released as a single by the band, "Them", in 1965.
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Song LengthInterestingly, the song has a running time of approximately 2 minutes and 41 seconds, which is shorter than the average pop song.
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Chart SuccessAfter its release, "Mystic Eyes" peaked at number 33 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
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Live PerformancesThe song originated from a live jam session and was often a part of the band's live performances.
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Song Genre"Mystic Eyes" is classified as garage rock, and rhythm and blues.
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SongwriterThe song was written by the band's lead vocalist, Van Morrison.
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Album Appearance"Mystic Eyes" was included in the band's second studio album, "Them Again", released in 1966.
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Van Morrison's CareerThe success of songs like "Mystic Eyes" helped establish Van Morrison's reputation, who later had a successful solo career.
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Cover VersionThe punk band "The Flamin' Groovies" covered "Mystic Eyes" in their 1979 album "Jumpin' in the Night".
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Recording ProcessDespite the seeming sophistication of the song, it was reportedly recorded in just one take.
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InspirationThe song emanates from a blues and jazz background, common influences for Them and the band's frontman, Van Morrison.
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