Sidewalking
The Jesus and Mary Chain
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Chilled to the bone and five miles to home I'm messing in the dark and feeling all alone I got ice in my fire got the heat in my wire Inject a little heat I'm burning up the tires Sidewalking sidewalking sidewalking sidewalking Talking like I'm on and I'm the only one I'm making like I'm done and staring like a gun And I gotta get a car and I gotta get a ride Gotta get a car got Jesus on my side Sidewalking sidewalking sidewalking sidewalking Messing in the dark and walking all alone Alone in the streets I know just where I'm going Sidewalking sidewalking Chilled to the bone Chilled to the bone Hot wired heat all the way home
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Written by: BILLY REID, WILLIAM ADAM REID
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10 facts about this song
Band History"Sidewalking" is a single by the acclaimed Scottish rock band The Jesus and Mary Chain who are known for their distinct combination of fuzzy, feedback-driven noise rock and sweet pop melodies.
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Release DataThe song was released as a non-album single in March 1988 by Blanco y Negro Records.
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Music StyleThe b-side song of the "Sidewalking single", titled "Chains", diverges from the band's typical sound, incorporating hip-hop beats and samples, possibly reflecting their increasing interest in new music styles during this period.
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Album InclusionDespite being a non-album single originally, "Sidewalking" was later included in the compilation album "Barbed Wire Kisses (B-Sides and More)" which was released only a month after the single, in April 1988.
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Chart SuccessThe track achieved notable success in the UK Singles Chart, reaching number 30. In the U.S., the song hit number 9 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart.
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Production CreditsThe song was produced by the band themselves along with famous engineer Alan Moulder, who has worked with big names like Nine Inch Nails, Smashing Pumpkins, and My Bloody Valentine.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Sidewalking" was directed by the renowned filmmaker and photographer Anton Corbijn, who is celebrated for his work with various influential bands like Depeche Mode and U2.
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Song Influence"Sidewalking" is considered a pivotal track in The Jesus and Mary Chain's discography as it signaled a sonic transition towards more dance-oriented, beats-driven music evident in their next album "Automatic".
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Lyrics ContentLike many of their songs, "Sidewalking" has cryptic, nuanced lyrics that are open to interpretation. However, they generally appear to hint at themes of urban living and disillusionment.
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Live Performances"Sidewalking" remains a staple in The Jesus and Mary Chain's live performances, further proof of its enduring popularity since its release.
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