Kyrie

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About Kyrie

"Kyrie" () is a song by American pop rock band Mr. Mister, from their album Welcome to the Real World. Released in late 1985, it hit the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 charts in March 1986, where it was number one for two weeks. It also hit the top spot on the Billboard Top Rock Tracks chart for one week. In the UK, the song peaked at number 11 in April 1986.


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Kyrie eleison, kyrie eleison, kyrie

The wind blows hard against this mountain side, across the sea into my soul
It reaches into where I cannot hide, setting my feet upon the road

My heart is old, it holds my memories, my body burns a gemlike flame
Somewhere between the soul and soft machine, is where I find myself again

Kyrie eleison, down the road that I must travel
Kyrie eleison, through the darkness of the night
Kyrie eleison, where I'm going will you follow
Kyrie eleison, on a highway in the light

When I was young I thought of growing old, of what my life would mean to me
Would I have followed down my chosen road, or only wished what I could be

Kyrie eleison, down the road that I must travel
Kyrie eleison, through the darkness of the night
Kyrie eleison, where I'm going will you follow
Kyrie eleison, on a highway in the light

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Mr. Mister

Mr. Mister was an American pop rock band most popular in the 1980s. The band's name came from an inside joke about a Weather Report album called Mr. Gone where they referred to each other as "Mister This" or "Mister That", and eventually selected "Mr. Mister." Mr. Mister may be considered as representative of the melodic sound of 1980s pop rock. The band consisted of Richard Page on vocals and bass guitar, Steve George on keyboards, Pat Mastelotto on acoustic and electronic drums and Steve Farris on guitars. more »

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Written by: John Ross Lang, Richard James Page, Steven Park George

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10 facts about this song

Composition
"Kyrie" was composed by the American pop-rock band Mr. Mister, with Richard Page, Steve George, and Jon Lang in charge of writing the song.
Performance & Achievement
The song was released in late 1985 and topped the Billboard Hot 100 in March 1986. - It remained at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks.
Album Inclusion
"Kyrie" was included in the band's second studio album, "Welcome to the Real World."
Musical Style
The song is often categorized as an example of 1980s synth-pop and new wave music.
Lyrics Significance
"Kyrie Eleison," the phrase featured prominently in the song's lyrics, is a Greek phrase that means "Lord, have mercy." - Its repetition in the song is a notable example of the use of religious language and themes in popular music.
Music Video
The music video of "Kyrie," directed by Nick Morris, features the band performing in a desert landscape.
Cover Versions
Several artists, such as Contemporary Christian music artist Mark Schultz, have covered the song.
Commercial Use
The song was used in a variety of commercials and television shows, like "Miami Vice."
Contemporary Recognition
"Kyrie" enjoys lasting popularity and continues to receive airplay on a variety of "80s hit" and "classic rock" radio stations.
Critical Reception
While the song is praised for its memorable chorus and uplifting message, some critics point out that its religious theme was remarkably different from most pop songs of the time.

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