Behind The Lines
Phil Collins
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I held the book so tightly in my hands, I saw your picture, heard you call my name It was strange I could not look away, I had to be there, I wanted to go You gave me no reason You gave me no warning But I was with you, Right by your side Give me the strength, so I can help you And I can be strong now, they don't frighten me It's written in the book The sun is hotter than before But inside it's cold, I wonder why But if the fire within your heart can beat the storm Well I believe we can make it right It's time now To show our feelings Looking through you Your heart's empty Whatever happened to you, you can't change it, Nowhere to run to, please, oh please don't let me down But wait a minute I don't understand It's getting stronger, hold my hand Don't want to leave you I don't want to go But I'm a' losing all control Can't you see me I'm slipping away I can only stay if you've the will to keep me here Oh Lord It's written in the book I held the book so tightly in my hands Saw your picture, heard you call my name Oh, and even though we never, never touched I keep waiting for you just the same Uh-uh, uh-uh, uh-uh La la la la la la la la la la la La la la la la la la la la la la La la la la la la la la la la la La la la la la la la la la la la La la la la la la la la la la la La la la la la la la la la la la
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Written by: MICHAEL RUTHERFORD, PHIL COLLINS, TONY BANKS
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13 facts about this song
Song Composition"Behind the Lines" is a song by the English progressive rock band Genesis. It was included in their 1980 album "Duke."
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Individual PerformanceAfter its genesis version, Phil Collins, the band's drummer and lead vocalist, re-recorded the song for his 1981 solo album "Face Value."
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Collaboration"Behind the Lines" is the only song by Genesis that Collins chose to re-record as a solo artist.
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Song PositionIn the Duke album, it is the opening track, designed to set the tone for the rest of the album.
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Single ReleaseAs an individual track, it was initially not released as a single, but it gained popularity after Collins released his version.
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Style DifferenceEven though the song is the same, Collins' solo rendition is quite different from the original. The Genesis version is more progressive rock, while Collins' solo version is a more upbeat pop version.
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Awards and recognitionThe song did not chart remarkably well, but it is often lauded by fans and critics as one of the standout tracks on both the "Duke" album and Collins' "Face Value."
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Live PerformancesThe Genesis version of "Behind the Lines" was frequently performed live during the band's concert tours.
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Unique FeaturesCollins' version removes the extended instrumental intro and outro sections, focusing more on the central melody and lyrics of the song.
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Album SuccessThe "Duke" album became Genesis' first number one album in the UK. It also broke into the top 10 in the U.S., making the song "Behind the Lines" better known to a broader audience.
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Behind the Lines" InfluenceThe song's easy blend of rock and pop elements can be seen as a precursor to Collins' later solo work, also influencing many drummers and musicians in the pop and rock genre.
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Band History"Behind the Lines" was written during a transitional period for Genesis and Collins. This time saw Collins stepping to the forefront as the band's lead singer following the departure of former frontman Peter Gabriel.
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Co-AuthorsThe song was written by Tony Banks, Phil Collins, and Mike Rutherford, who were the remaining members of Genesis after the departure of guitarist Steve Hackett.
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