Tempted
Squeeze
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I feel like I'm pounding on a big door No one can hear me knocking, I feel like I'm falling flat to the floor No one can catch me from falling The hourglass has no more grains of sand, My watch has stopped no more turning hands The crew have abandoned ship The lights are on but now one is in Takeittothebridge throwitoverboard Seeifitcanswim backuptotheshore Noonesinthehouse allthelightsareon Andtheblindsaredown Takeittothebridge throwitoverboard Seeifitcanswim backuptotheshore Noonesinthehouse everyoneisout Allthelightsareon andtheblindsaredown I feel like I'm calling on a telephone No one can hear the ringing, I feel like I'm running up a steep hill No one can stop me from running The hourglass has no more grains of sand My watch has stopped no more turning hands The little hand shakes it's fist The face is hanging out on a spring Takeittothebridge throwitoverboard Seeifitcanswim backuptotheshore Noonesinthehouse everyoneisout Allthelightsareon andtheblindsaredown Takeittothebridge throwitoverboard Seeifitcanswim backuptotheshore Noonesinthehouse everyoneisout Allthelightsareon andtheblindsaredown Takeittothebridge throwitoverboard Seeifitcanswim backuptotheshore Noonesinthehouse everyoneisout Allthelightsareon andtheblindsaredown Takeittothebridge throwitoverboard Seeifitcanswim backuptotheshore Noonesinthehouse everyoneisout Allthelightsareon andtheblindsaredown The hourglass has no more grains of sand, Little red grains of sand My watch has stopped now more turning hands Little green neon hands Takeittothebridge throwitoverboard Seeifitcanswim backuptotheshore Noonesinthehouse everyoneisout Allthelightsareonandtheblindsaredown Takeittothebridge throwitoverboard Seeifitcanswim backuptotheshore Noonesinthehouse everyoneisout Allthelightsareonandtheblindsaredown I feel like I'm calling back to the shore No one can hear me calling I feel like I'm falling flat to the floor No one can catch me from falling
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Written by: CHRIS DIFFORD, GLENN TILBROOK
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10 facts about this song
General Information"Tempted" is one of the most famous singles released by the British band Squeeze.
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The ArtistThe lead vocals on "Tempted" were not performed by one of Squeeze's regular lead singers, Chris Difford or Glenn Tilbrook. Instead, the song was sung by Paul Carrack, who was briefly a member of the band in 1981.
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Song ReleaseThe song was released in 1981 as part of Squeeze's fourth album, "East Side Story".
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Song Success and RankingsDespite not being a major commercial Success initially (peaked at #49 on the UK Singles Chart and #8 in Australia), "Tempted" has gained much attention and accolipation over years.
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Song LyricsThe song is known for its soulful, melancholic lyrics, which detail the struggles and temptations faced by someone who is away from home.
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Use in Media"Tempted" has been used in a variety of movies, TV shows, and commercials over the years, most notably in commercials for Heineken and Burger King, and in film soundtracks like "Reality Bites" and "Deadpool 2".
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Carrack's Career"Tempted" was Paul Carrack's only lead vocal appearance with Squeeze. He left the band shortly after the release of "East Side Story" and embarked on a successful solo career.
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Recognizable TuneThe song's signature keyboard intro is instantly recognizable to many and has contributed to its lasting appeal.
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Covers and PerformancesOver the years, "Tempted" has been covered by several artists, including Oklahoma rock band The Flaming Lips and British artist Joe Cocker.
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PopularityIt is often considered Squeeze's signature song, despite not being one of their highest-charting singles.
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