Double Vision
Foreigner
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Feeling down n' dirty, feeling kinda mean I've been from one to another extreme This time I had a good time, ain't got time to wait I want to stick around till I can't see straight Fill my eyes with that double vision, no disguise for that double vision Ooh, when it gets through to me, it's always new to me My double vision gets the best of me Never do more than I really need My mind is racing, but my body's in the lead Tonight's the night, I'm gonna push it to the limit I live all of my years in a single minute Fill my eyes with that double vision, no disguise for that double vision Ooh, when it gets through to me, it's always new to me My double vision always seems to get the best of me, the best of me, yeah Ooh, double vision, I need my double vision It takes me out of my head, takin' me out of my head I get my double vision, oh, seeing double double Oh, I have double vision, (oh double vision) yeah Oh I'm getting double vision
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Written by: LOUIS A (ANDREW) GRAMMATICO, MICHAEL LESLIE JONES
Lyrics © SOMERSET SONGS PUBLISHING INC
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Double Vision" was released as a single by the British-American rock band, Foreigner, in June 1978.
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Album IdentityThe song is the title track from their second studio album, also named "Double Vision."
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Chart Ranking"Double Vision" peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of the band's most successful singles.
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Writing CreditsThe song was written by Foreigner members Lou Gramm and Mick Jones.
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InspirationThe idea for "Double Vision" came when New York Rangers hockey team lost the Stanley Cup to the Montreal Canadiens. A player had supposedly been concussed during the game, often resulting in "double vision."
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Performance DurationThe running time of the song is 3 minutes and 44 seconds.
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Critics' ResponseCritics often praise "Double Vision" for its hard rock sound combined with an arena rock aesthetic.
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Music VideoAlthough the song was released in the 70s, the official music video was not released until 2019, featuring scenes from live performances.
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Cover Versions"Double Vision" has been covered by several artists, including punk rock band The Swellers.
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Use in Pop CultureThe song has appeared in numerous TV shows and movies, including "Supernatural," "The Simpsons," and "Breaking Bad."
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CertificationThe album "Double Vision" is RIAA certified Double Platinum (2 million copies sold), indicating the success and popularity of its title song.
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Grammy NominationAlthough it didn't win, the album containing "Double Vision" was nominated for a Grammy.
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