Velouria

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About Velouria

"Velouria" is a song by the American alternative rock band Pixies, written and sung by the band's frontman Black Francis. "Velouria" is featured on their album Bossanova, was the first single to be released from it and was the band's first UK Top 40 hit. The song features extensive use of theremin. It featured on the influential 1990 Madchester compilation album Happy Daze.


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1991
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Hold my head, we'll trampoline
Finally through the roof onto somewhere near and far in time
Velouria, her covering, traveling career
She can really move, oh, Velveteen

My Velouria, my Velouria
Even I'll adore you, my Velouria
Even I'll adore you, my Velouria

Say to me, where have you been?
Finally through the roof
And how does lemur skin reflect the sea?

We will wade in the shine of the ever
We will wade in the shine of the ever
We will wade in the tides of the summer, every summer
Every my Velouria, my Velouria

Forevergreen, I know she's here in California
I can see the tears of Shastasheen

My Velouria, my Velouria
Even I'll adore you, my Velouria
Even I'll adore you, my Velouria

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Pixies

Pixies is an American alternative rock band formed in Boston, Massachusetts in 1986. The group consists of Black Francis (vocals, rhythm guitar), Joey Santiago (lead guitar), Kim Deal (bass, vocals), and David Lovering (drums). The Pixies achieved relatively modest commercial success in their home country, but were significantly more successful in the United Kingdom and mainland Europe. The group disbanded in 1993 under acrimonious circumstances, but reunited in 2004. more »

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Written by: CHARLES THOMPSON

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Velouria" is a composition by American alternative rock band Pixies. The song is known for its unconventional structure and surf rock influenced melodies.
Album Feature
The song is from their album "Bossanova," released in 1990. This was their third studio album, which carried a more surf-inspired sound in several of its tracks.
Single Release
"Velouria" was released as the first single from "Bossanova" and reached No. 4 on the U.S. Modern Rock Tracks chart, the highest position on this chart achieved by Pixies.
Music Video Feature
An ironic music video featuring the band running slow-motion through a quarry in the UK was made for "Velouria". This video was aired on UK television, even though the band members themselves were not fond of making music videos.
Song Interpretation
The interpretation of the song's lyrics is debated among fans. Some interpret the titular "Velouria" as a reference to an alien or a mystical being, while others speculate it's about a romantic interest draped in velour fabric.
Unique Element
A theremin-like instrument sound is used, which gives uniqueness to the song.
Popularity in UK
Despite Pixies being an American band, "Velouria" peaked at number 28 on the UK Singles Chart, marking Pixies' first Top 40 hit in the UK.
Live Performances
"Velouria" became a staple of Pixies' live shows and remained a fan favorite, even after the band's initial disbandment in 1993.
Cover Versions
There have been multiple covers and adaptations of "Velouria," including one by American rock band Weezer, which is featured on the 2004 charity album entitled "Dig for Fire: A Tribute to Pixies".
Reunion Use
After Pixies' reunion in 2004, "Velouria" was commonly included in setlists, symbolizing its continuing popularity among fans and the band themselves.

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