Experiment IV
Kate Bush
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We were working secretly for the military Our experiment in sound was nearly ready to begin We only know in theory what we are doing Music made for pleasure, music made to thrill It was music we were making here until They told us all they wanted Was a sound that could kill someone from a distance So we go ahead and the meters are over in the red It's a mistake in the making From the painful cries of mothers to a terrifying scream We recorded it and put it into our machine They told us all they wanted Was a sound that could kill someone from a distance So we go ahead and the meters are over in the red It's a mistake in the making It could feel like falling in love It could feel so bad It could feel so good It could sing you to sleep But that dream is your enemy We won't be there to be blamed We won't be there to snitch I just pray that someone there can hit the switch They told us all they wanted Was a sound that could kill someone from a distance So we go ahead and the meters are over in the red It's a mistake in the making And the public are warned to stay off
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Written by: KATE BUSH
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Experiment IV" is a song by the British singer-songwriter Kate Bush. The song falls under the genres of art pop and progressive pop.
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Release InformationIt was released as a single on 27 October 1986 -after the release of her successful album "Hounds of Love" in the previous year.
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Concept and InspirationThe song is about a secret military project that aims to create a sound that is fatal to humans. It reflects Kate Bush's creative songwriting ability, combining pop music with high-concept storytelling.
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Chart Performance"Experiment IV" peaked at #23 on the UK Singles Chart, despite its unusual and dark subject matter.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song was a short horror film. The video included appearances by several well-known British actors, including Dawn French, Hugh Laurie, and Peter Vaughan.
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Album AppearanceThough it was initially a stand-alone single, "Experiment IV" was later included on the compilation album "The Whole Story" also released in 1986.
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CensorshipThe music video for the song was banned by the BBC due to its graphic and disturbing imagery.
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Long-Lasting AppealDespite its somewhat unsettling theme and controversial video, "Experiment IV" is often cited by fans and critics alike as one of Kate Bush's most memorable tracks.
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Unique InstrumentationThe song features non-traditional pop instruments such as violin and bassoon.
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Personal InsightBush described the song as her favorite of her own compositions in the liner notes of her "This Woman's Work" anthology.
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