Cities In Dust
Siouxsie and the Banshees
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Water was running children were running You were running out of time Under the mountain, a golden fountain Were you praying at the Lares shrine? But oh your city lies in dust, my friend Oh, oh your city lies in dust, my friend We found you hiding we found you lying Choking on the dirt and sand Your former glories and all the stories Dragged and washed with eager hands But, oh oh your city lies in dust, my friend Oh oh your city lies in dust, my friend Your city lies in dust Water was running children were running We found you hiding we found you lying Water was running children were running We found you hiding we found you lying Your city lies in dust, my friend Oh oh your city lies in dust, my friend Hot and burning in your nostrils Pouring down your gaping mouth Your molten bodies blanket of cinders Caught in the throes Oh oh your city lies in dust, my friend Oh your city lies in dust, my friend Oh oh your city lies in dust, my friend Oh your city lies in dust, my friend Your city lies in dust, my friend Oh your city lies in dust, my friend
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Written by: Peter Clarke, Steven Bailey, Susan Ballion
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, BMG Rights Management
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12 facts about this song
Band Formation"Cities in Dust" is by "Siouxsie and the Banshees", a rock band that was formed in the United Kingdom in 1976.
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Genre and StyleThe song, released in 1985, is in the genre of alternative and post-punk music, with a signature gothic style that the band was known for.
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Chart StatusThe song achieved chart recognition. "Cities in Dust" reached number 21 on the UK Singles Chart, and it was the band's first single to chart on the US Billboard Hot 100.
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Album FeatureThe song is a hit single from the band's seventh studio album, titled "Tinderbox."
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Subject MatterThe song's title "Cities in Dust" refers to the ancient Roman city, Pompeii, which was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79.
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Influence and CoverageIt has been covered by various artists over the years, including techno group Junkie XL and indie rock band The Everlove.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Cities in Dust" is notable for its haunting imageries, echoing the lyrical theme of historical and apocalyptic disaster.
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Love for ArchaeologySiouxsie Sioux, the lead singer, wrote the song after visiting Pompeii cities. She was influenced by her love for archaeology.
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Cultural InfluenceIt has been featured in various movies and TV shows, including 'Grosse Pointe Blank' and 'Marie Antoinette,' lending to the song's enduring cultural influence.
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The OpeningThe song begins with a unique marimba riff, a musical element that was not common in rock music of the time.
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Modern UsageMore recently, "Cities in Dust" was used in the trailer for the 2017 video game 'Destiny 2' and the series 'Dark Desire'.
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Live PerformanceApart from its recorded success, "Cities in Dust" was also a staple in the band's live performances.
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