Sleeping Satellite
Tasmin Archer
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I blame you for the moonlit sky And the dream that died With the eagles' flights I blame you for the moonlit nights When I wonder why Are the seas still dry Don't blame this sleeping satellite Did we fly to the moon too soon? Did we squander the chance? In the rush of the race The reason we chase is lost in romance And still we try To justify the waste For a taste of man's greatest adventure I blame you for the moonlit sky And the dream that died With the eagles' flights I blame you for the moonlit nights When I wonder why Are the seas still dry Don't blame this sleeping satellite Have we got what it takes to advance? Have we peaked too soon? If the world is so great Then why does it scream under a blue moon? We wonder why If the earth's sacrificed For the price of its greatest treasure I blame you for the moonlit sky And the dream that died With the eagles' flights I blame you for the moonlit nights When I wonder why Are the seas still dry Don't blame this sleeping satellite And when we shoot for the stars What a giant step Have we got what it takes To carry the weight of this concept? Or pass it by Like a shot in the dark Miss the mark with a sense of adventure I blame you sleeping satellite I blame you for the moonlit sky And the dream that died With the eagles' flights I blame you for the moonlit nights When I wonder why Are the seas still dry Don't blame this sleeping satellite Don't blame this sleeping satellite
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Written by: JOHN BECK, JOHN HUGHES, TASMIN ARCHER
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Downtown Music Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"Sleeping Satellite" was released in September 1992 as the lead single from Tasmin Archer's debut album, "Great Expectations".
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Chart PerformanceThe song topped the UK Singles Chart for two weeks, making Archer the first female artist from England to reach number one with her debut single. It also charted well in other countries, reaching number one in Ireland and the top 20 in several other countries including the United States.
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Lyrics Meaning"Sleeping Satellite" is often mistaken for a love song. In reality, the lyrics are about the 1960s space race and reflect on humanity’s abandonment of moon exploration.
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Album Name InspirationThe name of the album, "Great Expectations", is thought to have been inspired by the Charles Dickens novel of the same name.
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AccoladesIn addition to its commercial success, "Sleeping Satellite" also received critical acclaim. It was nominated for Best British Single at the 1993 Brit Awards.
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Musical StyleThe song is characterized by a pop-rock sound that features a combination of acoustic and electric guitars. It is also noted for its catchy chorus and Archer's powerful, soulful vocal performance.
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Co-writers"Sleeping Satellite" was co-written by Archer along with John Beck and John Hughes.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Sleeping Satellite" features images of space exploration, further highlighting the song’s theme. It also includes scenes of Archer performing the song, often through vintage television screens.
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Song Cover"Sleeping Satellite" has been covered by several artists in various genres, proving its enduring popularity. In 2003, it was covered by the German Eurodance group Master Blaster.
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Re-releaseIn 2003, a remixed version of "Sleeping Satellite" was released to promote Archer's compilation album, "Singer/Songwriter". It charted in the UK, although it did not replicate the success of the original release.
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