Forbidden Colours
Ryuichi Sakamoto, David Sylvian
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The wounds on your hands never seem to heal I thought all I needed was to believe Here am I, a lifetime away from you The blood of Christ, or the beat of my heart My love wears forbidden colours My life believes Senseless years thunder by Millions are willing to give their lives for you Does nothing live on? Learning to cope with feelings aroused in me My hands in the soil, buried inside of myself My love wears forbidden colours My life believes in you once again I`ll go walking in circles While doubting the very ground beneath me Trying to show unquestioning faith in everything Here am I, a lifetime away from you The blood of Christ, or a change of heart My love wears forbidden colours My life believes My love wears forbidden colours My life believes in you once again
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Written by: DAVID SYLVIAN, RYUICHI SAKAMOTO
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15 facts about this song
Composer Details"Forbidden Colours" is a song composed by David Sylvian and Ryuichi Sakamoto.
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Release DateThe song was originally released in 1983.
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Film AssociationThe haunting melody has often been associated with the 1983 war film "Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence".
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Vocal ContributionDavid Sylvian primarily contributed as the vocalist for the song.
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Music CompositionRyuichi Sakamoto, renowned for his cinematic compositions and work in electronic music, essentially created the song's melody.
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Soundtrack Album"Forbidden Colours" was part of the soundtrack for the film "Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence" and is perhaps one of the most recognized songs from the album.
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Chart SuccessThe song saw considerable success, reaching No. 16 in the UK Singles Chart, becoming Sylvian's first top 20 hit in the UK.
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Album SuccessThe soundtrack album also charted in multiple countries, including the UK and the United States.
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RecognitionSakamoto received the 1983 BAFTA Award for Best Film Music for his compositions in the film, including "Forbidden Colours".
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists over the years, demonstrating its enduring popularity and influence.
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Remix VersionsSylvian and Sakamoto both released different remixes of "Forbidden Colours". Sylvian's version was included on his album "Secrets of the Beehive" (1987), and Sakamoto's version was incorporated into his album "Beauty" (1989).
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Lyrics InspirationThe lyrics of "Forbidden Colours" are said to be inspired by the novel "Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence" written by Laurens Van der Post.
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Music StyleThe song is recognized for Sakamoto's distinctive synthesis of traditional and electronic music, resulting in an ethereal, luminescent, and meticulously crafted soundtrack, and Sylvian's smooth, expressive vocals.
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Song Legacy"Forbidden Colours" has maintained cultural relevance and continues to be recognized as one of Sylvian's and Sakamoto's most iconic pieces.
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Critic ReviewsMany critics consider "Forbidden Colours" to be a genius collaboration that led to one of the most poignant and touching pieces of music ever to appear in film.
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