Girl from Mars
Ash
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Do you remember the time I knew a Girl From Mars? I don't know if you knew that Oh we'd stay up late playing cards Henri Winterman Cigars Though she never told me her name I still love you Girl From Mars Sitting in a dreamy daze by the water's edge On a cool summer's night Fireflies and stars in the sky Gentle glowing light From your cigarette The Breeze blowing softly on my face Reminds me of something else Something that in my memory has been replaced Suddenly all comes back And as I look to the stars I remember the time I knew a Girl From Mars I don't know if you knew that Oh we'd stay up late playing cards Henri Winterman Cigars Though she never told me her name I still love you Girl From Mars Searching through the darkness And over the moonlit stand Electricity in the air Twisting all through the night on the terrace Now that the summer is here I know that you are almost in love with me I can see it in your eyes Strange lights shimmering Over the sea tonight And it almost blows my mind And as I look to the stars I remember the time I knew a Girl From Mars I don't know if you knew that Oh we'd stay up late playing cards Henri Winterman Cigars Though she never told me her name I still love you Girl From Mars Today asleep in the chair by the window It felt as if you'd returned I thought that you were standing over me When I woke there was no-one there I still love you the Girl From Mars Do you remember the time I knew a Girl From Mars? I don't know if you knew that Oh we'd stay up late playing cards Henri Winterman Cigars Though she never told me her name Do you remember the time I knew a Girl From Mars? I don't know if you knew that Oh we'd stay up late playing cards Henri Winterman Cigars And I still dream of you I still love you Girl From Mars
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10 facts about this song
Release and Performance"Girl from Mars" was released by Ash in July 1995 as the second single from their debut album "1977". The song charted at number 11 in the UK Singles Chart, becoming their first top-20 hit and significantly boosting their popularity.
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Inspiration and SongwritingAsh's frontman, Tim Wheeler, wrote "Girl from Mars" at just 15 years old. The song is renowned for its melancholic lyrics, which were inspired by his nostalgia for childhood summers and teenage romance.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Girl from Mars" features the band members performing amid a meteor shower and was largely shot in black and white. The innovative video style was unconventional in 1995 and added to the song's sense of mystique.
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Awards and AccoladesThe song was nominated for the Best Single award at the 1996 NME Awards. It is considered as one of the band's most successful and iconic songs, and it remains a mainstay on 90s alternative rock compilations.
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Live Performances"Girl from Mars" quickly became a fan favorite during live performances and is still regularly played by the band more than 25 years after its original release.
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ImpactWith its mixture of punk, pop, and grunge, "Girl from Mars" helped Ash establish their unique sound and played a significant role in the mid-90s Britpop scene. It also helped pave the way for other alternative rock bands from Northern Ireland.
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Reinterpretation"Girl from Mars" was re-recorded as an orchestral version for the Ash album "BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge", showcasing the band's versatility and the song's enduring appeal.
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Coverage in Popular CultureThe song has appeared on numerous film and television soundtracks, including the movie "A Life Less Ordinary" and the TV series "Cold Case". It's popular in the cultural zeitgeist, contributing to the song's lasting legacy.
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Band's ReactionAccording to the band, "Girl from Mars" is one of their favorite songs to play live. During an interview, bass player Mark Hamilton stated that even after all these years, they still get a kick from the crowd's reaction when they play it.
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Song As Band's SignatureEven though Ash had numerous hits throughout their career, the early success and timeless quality of "Girl from Mars" have made it synonymous with the band. For many, it's the song that defines Ash.
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