Close To Me

The Cure

About Close To Me

"Close to Me" is a song by English rock band the Cure, released in September 1985 as the second and final single from their sixth album, The Head on the Door.


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I've waited hours for this
I've made myself so sick 
I wish I'd stayed asleep today
I never thought this day would end 
I never thought tonight could ever be
This close to me

Just try to see in the dark
Just try to make it work
To feel the fear before you're here 
I make the shapes come much too close
I pull my eyes out
Hold my breath and wait until I shake

But if I had your faith
Then I could make it safe and clean 
If only I was sure
That my head on the door was a dream 

I've waited hours for this
I've made myself so sick
I wish I'd stayed asleep today 
I never thought this day would end
I never thought tonight could ever be
This close to me

But if I had your face
Then I could make it safe and clean 
Oh, if only I was sure
That my head on the door was a dream

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The Cure

The Cure are an English rock band formed in Crawley, West Sussex in 1976. The band has experienced several line-up changes, with frontman, vocalist, guitarist and principal songwriter Robert Smith being the only constant member. The Cure first began releasing music in the late 1970s with its debut album Three Imaginary Boys (1979); this, along with several early singles, placed the band as part of the post-punk and New Wave movements that had sprung up in the wake of the punk rock revolution in the United Kingdom. During the early 1980s, the band's increasingly dark and tormented music helped form the gothic rock genre. more »

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Written by: Robert James Smith

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10 facts about this song

Release
"Close to Me" was released on September 9th, 1985, as part of The Cure's eighth studio album, "The Head on the Door".
Chart Success
The song achieved great success on various music charts, reaching number 4 on the Irish Singles Chart, and number 7 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Video
The iconic music video features band members playing their instruments in an oversized wardrobe which eventually falls into the sea, symbolizing feelings of claustrophobia and paranoia.
Origin
Robert Smith, The Cure's frontman, wrote the song as an expression of his anxiety. He has also mentioned that the song was a turning point in his songwriting, making him explore deeper feelings.
Remix Version
In 1990, a remix version of "Close to Me" was released and also charted high on the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number 13.
Covers and Samples
"Close to Me" has been covered or sampled by various artists, including The Get Up Kids and dance artist, Benny Benassi.
Live Performances
The Cure often includes "Close to Me" in their live sets and it's usually accompanied by a choreographed dance sequence, reinforcing its significance in their repertoire.
Popular Culture
The song's influence extends beyond the music industry as it has been featured in a variety of TV shows and movies, such as "Preacher", "American Horror Story" and a Toyota commercial.
Instruments
The original version of "Close to Me" does not include any guitar. Instead, it features heavy use of brass instruments, with a distinctive, memorable trumpet solo.
Lyrics
Although "Close to Me" seems upbeat musically, the lyrics convey feelings of panic and anxiety. This juxtaposition is intentional and showcases Robert Smith's talent in fusing dark lyrical themes with upbeat music.

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