Hey Jupiter
Tori Amos
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No one's picking up the phone Guess it's me and me And this little masochist She's ready to confess All the things that I never thought That she could feel and Hey Jupiter Nothing's been the same So are you gay Are you blue Thought we both could use a friend To run to And I wouldn't have to be with you As something new Sometimes I breathe you in And I know you know And sometimes you take a swim Found your writing on my wall If my heart's soaking wet Boy your boots can leave a mess Hey Jupiter Nothings been the same So are you gay Are you blue Thought we both could use a friend To run to And I thought you wouldn't have to keep With me Hiding Thought I knew myself so well All the dolls I had Took my leather off the shelf Your apocalypse was fab For a girl who couldn't choose between The shower or the bath And I thought I wouldn't have to be With you A magazine No one's picking up the phone Guess it's clear he's gone And this little masochist Is lifting up her dress Guess I thought I could never feel The things I feel Hey Jupiter, nothing's been the same So are you gay Are you blue Thought we both could use a friend To run to Hey Jupiter, nothing's been the same So are you sane, now we're through Thought we both could use a friend Hey Jupiter
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Written by: Tori Amos
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"Hey Jupiter" was released in 1996 on Tori Amos’s third studio album "Boys for Pele".
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SongwritingTori Amos wrote the song. The album "Boys for Pele" was named after Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of fire and femininity, containing songs which referenced various aspects of female empowerment, spirituality, and relationships.
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Alternate VersionsThere are various versions of "Hey Jupiter". The original version that appeared in the album was a piano-driven ballad, while the Dakota Version featured in the EP of the same name, was remixed with additional percussion and a string arrangement.
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EP SuccessThe remix, also known as the Dakota Version, featured on the 'Hey Jupiter EP', was a top 20 hit in the UK and has since become one of Amos's best-known songs.
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Live Performances"Hey Jupiter" is one of Tori Amos's most frequently performed songs in her live tours, attesting to its popularity amongst fans.
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Song MeaningAmos has spoken in interviews about the song's origin, mentioning that the record was inspired by her experience of feeling alien and far away from everything that matters and feeling a sense of loneliness.
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Critical ReceptionCritics often highlight the song for its emotional intensity and Amos's distinctive, emotive vocal delivery. It's frequently cited as a standout track from "Boys for Pele."
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Song LengthThe song's original and EP version differs by more than a minute in length, with the original being the longer version.
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Music videoThe music video for "Hey Jupiter" was directed by Earle Sebastian. The video ties in with the emotional and melancholic nature of the song, featuring Amos singing in a quiet bar.
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Song TitleDespite its title, the song does not contain any direct references to the planet Jupiter. The title 'Hey Jupiter' is seen more as a metaphor, symbolizing something far away and out of reach.
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