Eldorado
Electric Light Orchestra
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Here it comes another lonely day. Playing the game, I'll sail away On a voyage of no return to see If eternal life is meant to be, And if I find the key, to the eternal dream. The painted ladies of the Avalon. Play in the sun, take to the road To the north there lies the chills of cold, To the south there lies, the tales untold, But in between their lies, the place to close your eyes. And I will stay, I'll not be back, Eldorado, I will be free, of the world Eldorado Say goodbye the city's heroes sing Bird on the wind, Feel, feel so free Through the life upon the rooftop haze, All the cheating and the broken days, So through it all I see, There's nothing left for me. And I will stay, I'll not be back, Eldorado, I will be free, of the world Eldorado Sitting here on top of everywhere, What do I care, Days never end. I know the voyage's end will soon be here, No eternal life is here for me, And now I found the key, To the eternal dream. Then I will stay, I'll not be back, Eldorado. I will be free, of the world, Eldorado
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Written by: JEFF LYNNE
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"Eldorado" is the title song from the Electric Light Orchestra's fourth studio album released in 1974.
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Concept AlbumTitled as "Eldorado - A Symphony by the Electric Light Orchestra," the album was the first concept album by the band, telling a story of a man who escapes his mundane life into a dream world.
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Musical Style"Eldorado" is known for its strong integration of orchestral elements with the band's traditional rock music sound, pioneering the genre of symphonic rock.
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Notable TrackThe song "Eldorado" isn’t just noteworthy because of its placement on the album, but it also bridges the gap between the first and second part of the album, serving as a pivotal point in the narrative.
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Chart SuccessAlthough the song "Eldorado" itself didn’t chart, another song from the album, "Can’t Get it Out Of My Head," reached number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it the band's first Top 10 hit in the US.
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Production IngenuityThe album was produced by the band's leader Jeff Lynne who managed to pioneer an inventive blend of rock and classical music.
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Critical AcclaimThe album was received well by critics and is often considered one of Electric Light Orchestra's classics, with the title track "Eldorado" contributing heavily to it.
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Recording ArrangementUnlike the later albums of the band, "Eldorado" was recorded with a full orchestra and choir which were crucial in bringing Lynne's grand visions to life.
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Artistic Development"Eldorado" is seen as a turning point in Electric Light Orchestra's discography as they embraced a more ambitious, experimental approach in their music.
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Concept ImpactThe song "Eldorado," like the entire album, serves as an influential work in the realm of concept albums - inspiring other artists to explore narrative storytelling in their work.
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