Windswept

Bryan Ferry

About Windswept

"Windswept" is a single performed by Bryan Ferry, the lead vocalist for Roxy Music. The track is the third and final single from the chart-topping album Boys and Girls which was released in 1985, but unlike the previous singles it did not reach the top 40 in the UK singles chart. The track features David Gilmour, the former guitarist for Pink Floyd. The song appeared in the Miami Vice episode "The Prodigal Son". An instrumental version of the track appears as the B-side on the single "Is Your Love Strong Enough?" from the Ridley Scott film Legend. The UK version of the single has four tracks, with the 3 B-sides all being outtakes from the album The Bride Stripped Bare; an original track ("Broken Wings") and covers of "Crazy Love" (by Van Morrison) and "Feel the Need" (by Detroit Emeralds). The French model Laurence Treil appears in the music video and it was directed by Derek Jarman. 


Year:
2009
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Oh baby do it again and again
I can hear nothing
Windswept is the sand
Oh baby show me more
I can see nothing
Windswept is the shore
Heatwave to nightshade
Oh I'm feeling swept away
Oh baby don't leave me there

With a low whisper
Windswept on the air
You say it's nothing
But a game to play
Oh I'm feeling swept away
Slow baby you can take your time
I can hear nothing
Windswept is on the tide
A feeling only or state of mind
You can take me high mama
Mama take me high

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Bryan Ferry

Bryan Ferry, CBE (born 26 September 1945) is an English singer, musician, and songwriter. Ferry came to prominence in the early 1970s as lead vocalist and principal songwriter with the band Roxy Music, who enjoyed a highly successful career with three number one albums and ten singles entering the top ten charts in the United Kingdom. Ferry began his solo career in 1973, while still a member of Roxy Music, which continues to the present day. more »

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Written by: BRYAN FERRY

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Bryan Ferry Origins and Connection to Roxy Music
Bryan Ferry is an English singer-songwriter who rose to prominence as the lead vocalist for the rock band, Roxy Music. Often considered one of the frontrunners of the glam rock movement in the UK, the band achieved fame in the early 1970s.
Windswept Track Details
"Windswept" is track number six on Bryan Ferry's sixth solo studio album "Boys and Girls," which was released in 1985.
Boys and Girls Album Achievement
"Boys and Girls" is Bryan Ferry’s most successful solo album, reaching number one on the UK Albums Chart upon its release.
Influential Contributors to Boys and Girls Album
"Boys and Girls" featured contributions from multiple guest musicians, including David Gilmour and Mark Knopfler. These collaborations provided the album with a rich, textured sound, with "Windswept" being a notable standout.
Ferry’s Instrumental Talent
Besides being a vocalist, Bryan Ferry also played the keyboards on the track "Windswept", showcasing his musical dexterity.
Meaning of the Song
Although the meaning of the song is subjective to each listener, "Windswept" is generally recognized as a romantic song with its lyrics conveying a sense of yearning.
No Official Music Video
There's no official music video for "Windswept." However, the song's enchanting lyrics have inspired many fans to create their own tribute videos.
Windswept and Popular Culture
"Windswept" was featured on the soundtrack for the film "Legend" (1985), directed by Ridley Scott – demonstrating the song's cultural impact.
Instrumentation of Windswept
Instrumentally, "Windswept" provides an intoxicating mix of jazz and pop elements, showcasing the distinctive style that Ferry developed through his career.
Reception of the Song
The song's haunting composition and Ferry’s expressive vocals have earned "Windswept" a place among the favorite tracks of many Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music fans.

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