Pandora's Box
Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark
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Born in Kansas on an ordinary plain Ran to New York but ran away from fame Only seventeen when all your dreams came true But all you wanted was someone to undress you And all the stars you kissed could never ease the pain Still the grace remains, the face has changed And you’re still the same And it’s a long, long way from where you want to be Well, it’s a long, long road and you’re too blind to see Frame of silence of an innocent divine Is a dangerous creation when you fail the test of time And all the photographs of ghosts of long ago Still they hurt you, so won’t let you go And you still don’t know And it’s a long, long way from where you want to be Well, it’s a long, long road and you’re too blind to see When you look around yourself now Do you recognize the girl? The one who broke a thousand hearts Terrified the world And all the stars you kissed could never ease the pain Lift the face has changed, the grace remains And you’re still the same And it’s a long, long way from where you want to be Well, it’s a long, long road and you’re too blind to see And it’s a long, long way from where you want to be Well, it’s a long, long road and you’re too blind to see And it’s a long, long way from where you want to be Well, it’s a long, long road and you’re too blind to see And it’s a long, long way
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Written by: ANDREW MC CLUSKEY
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Pandora's Box" by Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark was released in the United Kingdom on 11 June 1991.
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Album detailThe song is featured on their successful 1991 album "Sugar Tax", which marked the band's comeback.
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InspirationThe track is about the silent film actress Louise Brooks, best known for her bob haircut and beauty. The title "Pandora's Box" is a reference to one of her most famous films.
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Chart PerformanceUpon release, the song reached number 7 on the UK singles chart and number 10 in Ireland, making it one of the band's biggest hits.
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StyleThe song is characterized by its electronic synth-pop style, blending melodic hooks and dance-friendly beats with an array of synthesized textures.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Pandora's Box" incorporated clips from Louise Brooks' films, including her most-noted film, "Pandora's Box".
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Track variationsSince its release, the track has been re-issued and remixed several times, enduring as one of Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark's most-loved songs.
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Writing creditsThe song was written by band member Andy McCluskey.
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Cover ArtThe cover art for "Pandora's Box" features a stylized black and white photo of Louise Brooks.
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B-sideThe B-side of the original single is a track named "Sugar Tax".
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LegacyIn 2013, the song was included in a compilation album called "English Electric", demonstrating the enduring popularity of the tune.
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Live Performances"Pandora's Box" has remained a staple of the band's live performances through their extended career.
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