Ghosts

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About Ghosts

"Ghosts" is a song by English band Japan. It was released in edited form in March 1982 as the third single from their 1981 album Tin Drum. It reached number 5 in the UK Singles Chart in April. Although it was their biggest hit, this was not enough to stop the band splitting a few months later. Journalist Todd Hutlock called it "one of the most remarkable and unlikely entries in British chart history."


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When the room is quiet 
The daylight almost gone 
It seems there's something I should know 
Well I ought to leave but the rain it never stops 
And I've no particular place to go 

Just when I think I'm winning 
When I've broken every door 
The ghosts of my life blow wilder than before 
Just when I thought I could not be stopped 
When my chance came to be king 
The ghosts of my life blew wilder than the wind 

Well I'm feeling nervous 
Now I find myself alone 
The simple life's no longer there 
Once I was so sure 
Now the doubt inside my mind 
Comes and goes but leads nowhere 

Just when I think I'm winning 
When I've broken every door 
The ghosts of my life blow wilder than before 
Just when I thought I could not be stopped 
When my chance came to be king 
The ghosts of my life blew wilder than the wind

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Japan

Japan i/dʒəˈpæn/ (Japanese: 日本 Nihon or Nippon; formally 日本国 Nippon-koku or Nihon-koku, literally "[the] State of Japan") is an island nation in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean, it lies to the east of the Sea of Japan, China, North Korea, South Korea and Russia, stretching from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north to the East China Sea and Taiwan in the south. The characters that make up Japan's name mean "sun-origin", which is why Japan is sometimes referred to as the "Land of the Rising Sun". more »

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Written by: David Sylvian

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12 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Ghosts" by Japan is generally classified as synthpop and new wave, genres that are noted for their emphasis on the synth and electronic production.
Chart Performance
The single peaked at number 5 on the UK Singles Chart in April 1982, making it the highest-charting single by the band in their home country.
Album Inclusion
"Ghosts" was included on the band's fifth and final studio album, "Tin Drum," which was released in 1981.
Notable Sound
The song is known for its minimalist design and stark, electronic sound. This was quite innovative for its time, leading to the song's significant impact on the electronic music genre.
Band's Breakup
Despite the song's success, Japan announced their breakup in late 1982. This means "Ghosts" was one of the last songs they released as a band.
Influences
"Ghosts" was heavily influenced by the oriental stylings that vocalist David Sylvian was leaning towards during the later period of the band's existence.
Experimental Composition
The song is largely rhythmless, consisting only of a synth line and Sylvian's vocal. This gives it a haunting, spectral quality that fits with its title.
Unique Lyricism
The lyrics of "Ghosts" deal with psychological and emotional themes such as anxiety, sadness, and inner turmoil, which was quite different from the topics typically addressed in popular music at the time.
Song's Resurgence
"Ghosts'" popularity resurged when it was included on the life stories of biographer Paul Morley's book about the band titled "The Age of Bowie".
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by multiple artists, including folk musician Martin Carthy and 1980s pop duo Fiat Lux, indicating its enduring appeal and impact on the music scene.
Music Video
The music video for "Ghosts" was directed by Anton Corbijn, a prominent Dutch photographer and film director, known for his work with bands like Depeche Mode and U2. This collaboration added meaningful depth to the song's visual interpretation.
Commercial Usage
In recent years, "Ghosts" has found renewed popularity due to its use in commercials and television programmes, highlighting the track's timeless appeal.

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