Dominion
The Sisters of Mercy
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In the heat of the night In the heat of the day When I close my eyes When I look your way When I meet the fear that lies inside When I hear you say In the heat of the moment Say, say, say Some day, some day, some day, Dominion Come a time Some day, some day, some day, Dominion Some say prayers Some say prayers I say mine In the light of the fact On the lone and level Sand stretch far away In the heat of the action In the settled dust Hold hold and say In the meeting of mined Down in the streets of shame In the betting of names on gold to rust In the land of the blind Be...King, king, king, king Some day, some day, some day, Dominion Come a time Some day, some day, some day, Dominion Some say prayers Some say prayers I say mine Some day, some day, some day, Dominion Some say prayers Some say prayers I say mine In the heat of the night in the heat of the day When I close my eyes When I look your way When I meet the fear that lies inside When I hear you say In the heat of the moment Say, say, say Some day, some day, some day, Dominion Some say prayers Some say prayers I say mine I say mine I say mine We serve an old moan in a dry season A lighthouse keeper in the desert sun Dreamers of sleepers and white treason We dream of rain and the history of the gun There's a lighthouse in the middle of Prussia A white house in a red square I'm living in films for the sake of Russia A Kino Runner for the DDR And the fifty-two daughters of the revolution Turn the gold to chrome Gift...nothing to lose Stuck inside of Memphis with the mobile home, sing: Mother Russia Mother Russia Mother Russia rain down down down Mother Russia Mother Russia Mother Russia rain down
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Written by: Andrew Eldritch
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8 facts about this song
Release and Recognition"Dominion" is a single released by English band The Sisters of Mercy in 1988.
- The song is recognized as one of the band's most popular songs, with a unique blend of gothic rock and post-punk influences, distinguishing it from other tracks of the same period.
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Album InclusionThe song is part of the band's second studio album "Floodland," which is often considered as a landmark release in the gothic rock genre.
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Chart Performance"Dominion" achieved notable success in the UK Singles Chart, peaking at No. 13. It also reached impressive ranks on other international charts.
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Music Video ProductionThe music video for "Dominion" was filmed on location in the ancient city of Petra, Jordan. This gave the video a distinctive and epic feel aligning with the song’s grandiose sound.
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Lyrics and ThemesThe song features dark and cryptic lyrics, a staple of The Sisters of Mercy's music. Interpretations of the lyrics tend to gravitate toward themes of power, control, and religious imagery.
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The Song's Influence and LegacyThe song remains a significant influence in the gothic rock genre, inspiring countless bands and musicians since its release.
- It frequently features in 'best of' lists for the genre, reflecting its enduring popularity with fans and critics alike.
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Live PerformancesDespite many changes in band members since the release of "Dominion," The Sisters of Mercy still perform the song live, testifying to its status as a fan favorite.
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Remix-VersionA remixed version of "Dominion," known as "Dominion/Mother Russia," also appears on the "Floodland" album. This version features a more extended, orchestral arrangement and draws more heavily on religious overtones.
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