Tuesday Afternoon
The Moody Blues
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Tuesday afternoon I'm just beginning to see Now I'm on my way It doesn't matter to me Chasing the clouds away Something calls to me The trees are drawing me near I've got to find out why Those gentle voices I hear Explain it all with a sigh I'm looking at myself reflections of my mind It's just the kind of day to leave myself behind So gently swaying through the fairyland of love If you'll just come with me you'll see the beauty of Tuesday afternoon Tuesday afternoon Tuesday afternoon I'm just beginning to see Now I'm on my way It doesn't matter to me Chasing the clouds away Something calls to me The trees are drawing me near I've got to find out why Those gentle voices I hear Explain it all with a sigh
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Written by: JUSTIN HAYWARD
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15 facts about this song
Band's Popularity"Tuesday Afternoon" is a song by The Moody Blues, an English rock band known for their fusion of rock with classical elements.
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Release InformationThe song was originally released in 1968 as a part of their album "Days of Future Passed."
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Song Creation"Tuesday Afternoon" was created by Justin Hayward, a member of the band, on a Tuesday afternoon, hence the name.
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Initial RecordOriginally the track was called "Tuesday Afternoon (Forever Afternoon)," but it was later shortened for radio play.
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Song ThemeThe song's lyrics are about spending a leisurely afternoon in the English countryside.
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Composition"Tuesday Afternoon" is considered as an example of progressive rock, a genre that incorporates elements from classical music.
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Chart PerformanceThe song performed well on the charts, reaching number two in Canada and number 24 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
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Album Concept"Tuesday Afternoon" contributed to the album's concept, which aimed to describe the passing of a single day from dawn to night.
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Orchestrated ArrangementThe album "Days of Future Passed" was one of the first to feature a rock band collaborating with a full orchestra, the London Festival Orchestra.
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Notable RecognitionAs of 2007, the song had been played on the radio over three million times, making it a staple of classic rock radio stations.
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Live PerformancesDespite its age, "Tuesday Afternoon" remains a popular song for the band to perform in concert, and is typically received with great enthusiasm by audiences.
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Album Success"Days of Future Passed" is frequently listed as one of the greatest albums in progressive rock, with "Tuesday Afternoon" being highlighted as one of its standout tracks.
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Unique Song StructureUnlike many popular songs of its time, "Tuesday Afternoon" does not follow a typical verse-chorus structure, instead opting for a more free-flowing, progressive layout.
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Film AppearanceThe song was featured in the 2012 film "Dark Shadows" directed by Tim Burton, during a scene set in the 1970s.
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Long-lasting AppealThe song's complex musical arrangement and lyrical themes continue to connect with listeners, proving its timeless appeal.
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