My Lighthouse
Pulp
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Come up to my lighthouse for I have something I wish to say It can wait for a moment; well in fact It can wait all day I just wanted to bring you up here so you could have the chance to see The beauty of this situation that You could share with me It may seem strange To talk of love and then lighthouses It's not strange To me Hey All alone You and I in our high tower That's the way To be Some laugh at my lighthouse they say it's just an ivory tower But I don't mind because I know Their envy grows by the hour See I have a purpose up here to guide the ships upon their way All this is mine; it could be yours too What do you say? It may seem strange To talk of love and then lighthouses It's not strange To me Hey All alone You and I in our high tower That's the way To be Hehehey hey.
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Written by: JARVIS BRANSON COCKER, SIMON THOMAS HINKLER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, THIRD SIDE MUSIC INC
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"My Lighthouse" is a song by British pop band "Pulp". It first appeared on their debut album. Named "It," the album was released in April 1983 under the label Red Rhino.
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Lyrics and MeaningThe lyrics of the song center around providing guidance and hope, much like an actual lighthouse does for seafarers. Interestingly, the song uses a soft, cheerful melody to underpin these themes.
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Lead Singer"My Lighthouse" was sung by Pulp's lead vocalist, Jarvis Cocker. Cocker is known for his distinct baritone voice and his unique lyrical style, both of which are well-exhibited in this song.
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Song LengthThe song "My Lighthouse" is relatively brief, running at just over three minutes (3:30 mins).
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Song CompositionUnlike many of Pulp's later hits, "My Lighthouse" is largely acoustic. It is characterized by its gentle strumming and lilting rhythm.
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Album ReceptionAlbum "It", where "My Lighthouse" is featured, struggled initially. Despite receiving some critical praise, the album did not chart at its release.
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Band's StyleThe song is a reflection of Pulp's unique style, combining elements of pop, rock, and indie. Though the band later became more associated with the Britpop movement, songs like "My Lighthouse" showcase their more eclectic early influences.
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PopularityCompared to Pulp's later hits like "Common People" and "Disco 2000," "My Lighthouse" is less well-known. However, it remains a fan favorite for its heartfelt lyrics and soft, acoustic sound.
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Origin of PulpThe band Pulp was formed in Sheffield, England, in 1978. Although "My Lighthouse" and the album it was featured on, "It," were not commercially successful, they marked the beginning of a career that would span over four decades.
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Hit singles"My Lighthouse" was not released as a single. However, it was the second track of their debut album, following the opening track, "Didn't You Notice."
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