Enola Gay

Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

About Enola Gay

"Enola Gay" is an anti-war song by the British synth-pop group Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) and the only single from the band's 1980 album Organisation. The track addresses the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on 6 August 1945, toward the conclusion of World War II. It was written by vocalist/bass guitarist Andy McCluskey. "Enola Gay" has been described—along with 1986's "If You Leave"—as OMD's signature song. The single was an international success, selling more than 5 million copies, while the track became an enduring hit.  


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2013
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Enola Gay, you should have stayed at home yesterday
Oho it can't describe the feeling and the way you lied
These games you play, they're gonna end it all in tears someday
Oho Enola Gay, it shouldn't ever have to end this way

It's 8:15, that's the time that it's always been
We got your message on the radio, condition's normal and you're coming home
Enola Gay, is mother proud of little boy today
Oho, this kiss you give, it's never ever gonna fade away

Enola Gay, it shouldn't ever have to end this way
Oho Enola Gay, it should've faded our dreams away
It's 8:15, oh that's the time that it's always been
We got your message on the radio, condition's normal and you're coming home
Enola Gay, is mother proud of little boy today
Oho, this you give, it's never ever gonna fade away

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Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) are a British New Wave group formed in 1978, whose founding members, Andy McCluskey (vocals, bass guitar) and Paul Humphreys (keyboards, vocals), are originally from the Wirral Peninsula, England. The band rose to fame with their fourth single "Enola Gay", which became a major hit throughout Europe in 1980, and achieved worldwide popularity the following year with their third album Architecture & Morality. Regarded as the band's seminal work, it spawned three international hit singles and propelled them to superstar status in their home country. OMD, whose music frequently eschewed traditional pop music arrangements in favour of experimentation, were retrospectively described by AllMusic's Ned Raggett as having been… more »

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Written by: Andrew McCluskey

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Release Details
"Enola Gay" is a song by British electronic band Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD). It was initially released on 26 September 1980 as the only single from their second studio album, "Organisation."
Historical Context
The song was titled after the American B-29 bomber, Enola Gay, which dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan, during World War II. This makes it a cultural reference to a significant global event.
Chart Success
"Enola Gay" became an international hit, reaching the top 10 in the UK singles chart and being the band's first to do so. It also reached number 1 in Italy and number 3 in Germany and France.
Production Information
The single was produced by the band themselves along with British record producer, Mike Howlett.
Musical Style
The song is characterized by its catchy tune, dance-friendly beat, and dark lyrics. It is considered to be an example of the synth-pop movement of the 1980s.
Video Details
The music video for the song was filmed in 1980 and directed by Steve Barron. The video is notable for its use of stop-motion technique.
Recognition
In 2015, the song was included in NME's list of "20 of the Most Controversial Songs of All Time."
Cultural Impact
The song has been covered by several artists and has featured in a number of films, TV shows, and video games, demonstrating its lasting popularity and cultural impact.
Controversy
Despite its infectious pop melody, the historical context of "Enola Gay" sparked some controversy, as some listeners and critics felt it trivialized a significant and tragic event in world history.
Band's Viewpoint
The band members have stated that the song intended to serve as a commentary on war and the destructive power of technology.
Popular Use
"Enola Gay" has been regularly used as an anti-war anthem in various protests and demonstrations around the globe.

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