Burning Bridges
Status Quo
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Building dreams has always been my way Making time and living for the day Burning bridges never made me cry I could walk away with no goodbye Easy take or easy leave them all 'Til you scratch the writing on the wall It's on and off and on again Going on and then Taking all I got again Bleeding me leaving me dry You're hanging on for what you can Dragging out the pain Taking all I give again Fakin' it making me cry One day someday I may slide away Turn around and call it all a day Even though I fooled myself for years I can't escape this ringing in my ears It's on and off and on again Going on and then Taking all I got again Bleeding me leaving me dry You're hanging on for what you can Dragging out the pain Taking all I give again Fakin' it making me cry
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Written by: Andy Bown, Francis Rossi
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Release Details"Burning Bridges" was released by the British rock band Status Quo in 1988.
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Peak Billboard StatusThis catchy, upbeat tune reached number five on the UK Singles Chart.
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Album Association"Burning Bridges" is a single from the same-named album, "Ain't Complaining."
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Unique GenreThe song belongs to the "boogie rock" genre, which is the signature style of Status Quo.
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Signature RiffThe song features a very recognizable riff that's based on the traditional folk tune "Darby Kelly."
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Music VideoThe accompanying music video involves the band members dressed in period military uniforms, singing and playing instruments on an open field, with scenes of a mock battle happening around them.
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Christmas TimingThe song was released during Christmas season in December 1988 and has since become a holiday favorite.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous artists, including Onslaught and Mike Harding.
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Football Association"Burning Bridges" has been adopted by Manchester United Football Club, with club-specific lyrics sung by fans to the tune of the song.
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Band CompositionWhen "Burning Bridges" was recorded, Status Quo's line-up consisted of Francis Rossi (guitar, vocals), Rick Parfitt (guitar, vocals), Alan Lancaster (bass), and John Coghlan (drums).
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Hit Early in Career"Burning Bridges" was one of Status Quo's biggest hits during the band's early years, solidifying its mainstream success.
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Inspiring SoundDespite the name, "Burning Bridges" is quite an uplifting song, with a fast tempo and major-keys that give it a decidedly happy sound.
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Music-Movie ConnectionIt was used in the 2002 British crime-comedy, "Mike Bassett: England Manager."
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