Australia

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About Australia

"Australia" was released by Welsh alternative rock band Manic Street Preachers on 2 December 1996 through Epic and was the fourth and final single release from the Everything Must Go album of May that same year. The song peaked on number 7 in the UK Singles Chart, and it was the fourth consecutive top 10 hit for the band.


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I don't know if I'm tired and I don't know if I'm ill
My cheeks are turning yellow
I think I'll take another pill

Praying for the wave to come now
It must be for the fifteenth time
I've been here for much too long
This is the past that's mine

I want to fly and run till it hurts
Sleep for a while and speak no words in Australia
I want to fly and run till it hurts
Sleep for a while and speak no words in Australia
In Australia

Praying for the wave to come now
It must be for the very last time
It's twelve o'clock till midnight
There must be someone to blame

I want to fly and run till it hurts
Sleep for a while and speak no words in Australia
I want to fly and run till it hurts
Sleep for a while and speak no words in Australia
In Australia

Australia, in Australia
I want to fly and run till it hurts
Sleep for a while and speak no words in Australia
In Australia
In Australia
In Australia

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Manic Street Preachers

Manic Street Preachers are a Welsh alternative rock band that was formed in 1986 in Blackwood, South Wales and consists of James Dean Bradfield (lead vocals and lead guitar), Nicky Wire (bass guitar and lyrics) and Sean Moore (drums and percussion). The band is part of the Cardiff music scene, and were at their most prominent during the 1990s. They are colloquially known as "The Manics", or simply, "Manics". Originally a quartet, the band became a trio when primary lyricist and rhythm guitarist Richey Edwards disappeared on 1 February 1995. more »

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Written by: JOHN-PAUL JONES, CHRISSIE HYNDE

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Australia" is generally classified under the genre of alternative rock and Britpop.
Album History
The song is from the band's fourth album, "Everything Must Go," which was released in 1996 and marked a shift in their sound after the disappearance of lyricist and rhythm guitarist, Richey Edwards.
Chart Performance
"Australia" peaked at number 7 in the UK Singles Chart, helping fuel the commercial success for the "Everything Must Go" album.
Meaningful Lyrics
The song was written as a fantasy escape plan for vocalist and guitarist, James Dean Bradfield, who expressed his desire to escape Britain following the disappearance of bandmate, Richey Edwards.
Sound Evolution
The song represents a significant evolution in Manic Street Preachers' sound. It is known for its anthemic, up-tempo rock style, unlike their previous, sometimes aggressive and politically charged, music.
Music Video
The video for "Australia" features the band performing in a number of different locations in black and white while being shot with a thermal camera, giving it a unique, surrealistic look.
Critical Reception
The song has generally been well received by critics. NME listed "Australia" as one of the "10 tracks that define Manic Street Preachers."
Popular Culture
"Australia" has also found its way into popular culture. It played in the closing scenes and over the end credits of the last episode of "No Offence", a British television police procedural drama on Channel 4.
Live Performances
"Australia" remains a fan favourite and is regularly included in the setlist for Manic Street Preachers' live performances.
Band's Favorites
Despite having released many successful hits, Manic Street Preachers has expressed that "Australia" is among their favourite songs to perform live.

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