Forbidden City
Electronic
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There's not a hope While you're in this kind of mood Too much to drink But not enough to lose You tore me apart Now I've got to suffer I wish I'd been around when you started this Give me a chance I'd show you what I could do You're in a trance And I'm not so fond of you You may be a friend But you're not my relation But you're the only person I ever knew And it's too late to wash my hands We're caught in a trap Set for a man There is a wind That blows in the northern skies Holding me back No matter how hard I try If I had the sense I'd leave here tomorrow I wouldn't even bother to say goodbye But it's too late to wash my hands We're caught in a trap Set for a man Would you lie to me If you thought I was wrong You deserted me When it all went wrong Would you lie to me Would you lie to me Would you lie to me If you thought I was wrong You deserted me When it all went wrong But it's too late to wash my hands We're caught in a trap Set for a man
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Written by: BERNARD (GB 2) SUMNER, JOHNNY MARR, KARL BARTOS
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15 facts about this song
Band Formation in 1989The British supergroup Electronic was formed in 1989 by New Order singer Bernard Sumner and ex-Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr.
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Single from "Raise the Pressure"Forbidden City" was one of the singles released from Electronic's second studio album "Raise the Pressure" in 1996.
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Song MeaningThe song alludes to isolation and the feeling of being alienated or excluded, often associated with the metaphorical 'forbidden city'.
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Chart PerformanceThe track peaked at number 14 on the UK Singles Chart and remained in the Top 100 for four weeks.
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MusicianshipBernard Sumner particularly handled vocals and synthetic instrumentation while Marr took on guitars and production.
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ReceptionCritics often praised the duo's versatile musicianship on "Forbidden City" as a seamless blend of Marr's jingly guitar work and Sumner's poignant synthesis.
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Not an Instant SuccessDespite the group's individual success before forming Electronic, both "Forbidden City" and its parent album didn't achieve the same immediate commercial success.
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ReleasesThe track was released on numerous formats, including CD single, cassette and 12" vinyl.
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Limited PressingsThe Japanese release of the "Forbidden City" CD single is now considered a rare collector's item due to its limited pressings.
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No Music VideoUnlike many of the band's previous singles, "Forbidden City" did not receive a music video.
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Album DelayAlong with other tracks from "Raise the Pressure", "Forbidden City" was recorded between 1992 and 1996 — a period marked by a delay caused due to the members' other musical commitments.
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Songwriter CreditsBoth Sumner and Marr share the songwriting credits for "Forbidden City", showcasing their collaborative songwriting process.
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B-SidesThe release of "Forbidden City" also included the B-Sides "Imitation Of Life" and "A New Religion".
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Featured PlayersThe song features additional programming by James Spencer and is co-produced by Electronic and Arthur Baker.
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Influence"Forbidden City" and Electronic's other songs have influenced various synthpop and indie bands.
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