Isobel
Björk
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In a forest pitch dark Glowed the tiniest spark It burst into flame Like me Like me My name Isobel Married to myself My love Isobel Living by herself In a heart full of dust Lives a creature called lust It surprises and scares Like me Like me My name Isobel Married to myself My love Isobel Living by herself When she does it she means to Moth delivers her message Unexplained on your collar Crawling in silence A simple excuse Nana na na na, Nana na na na Nana na na na, Nana na na na In a tower of steel Nature forges a deal To raise wonderful hell Like me Like me My name Isobel Married to myself My love Isobel Living by herself When she does it she means to Moth delivers her message Unexplained on your collar Crawling in silence A simple excuse Nana na na na, Nana na na na Nana na na na, Nana na na na Nana na na na, Nana na na na Nana na na na, Nana na na na
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Written by: NELLEE HOOPER, BJORK GUDMUNDSDOTTIR, MARIUS DE VRIES, SIGURJON SIGURDSSON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Origin of the song"Isobel" is a single by Icelandic singer-songwriter, Björk. It was released in 1995 as the second single from her second album, "Post.
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Creation ProcessBjörk co-wrote "Isobel" with Icelandic poet Sjón - it is one of several collaborations between the two artists.
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Unique StorylineThe song tells the story of the title character, Isobel, who is born in a forest and sends planes to the city, which she believes is in need of the wisdom of nature.
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Inspirational SourceThe track is inspired by stories of outsiders and also influenced by magic realism stories from Latin America, fusing modern life with nature.
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Musical Arrangement"Isobel" is an orchestral art pop song, which uses a string section and electronic beats, blending organic and non-organic sounds, a theme present on most of Björk's work.
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Video RecognitionThe music video of the song was directed by Michel Gondry and is noted for its extensive use of digital special effects. It won the MTV Europe Music Award for Best Video in 1995.
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Song Reception"Isobel" received widespread critical acclaim upon its release. It was praised for its innovative production, lush orchestration and the enchanting story conveyed through its lyrics.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was commercially successful too, reaching number 23 on the UK Singles Chart and becoming a top 10 hit in several other countries including Belgium and Iceland.
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RemixesMany remixes were made of the song, ranging from ambient styles to drum and bass. One of the most notable remixes is the "Deodato Mix" by Eumir Deodato.
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LegacyIt is regarded as one of Björk's most iconic songs and is a live favourite. It also showcases Bjork's unique ability to blend different musical elements to create something new and groundbreaking.
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