Tell Me When
The Human League
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Tell me when Will I? Tell me when Will I? Tell me when Will I see you again? Tell me when Kelly took a lifetime Searching for the bottom line I wasn't into searching Cause I was doing fine I wasn't into fighting, chasing, Sweating, slaving, fretting, racing Any waste of effort Isn't part of my design Billy was an inspiration, positive and kind Until he let confusion Overcome his youthful mind Common sense dictated I could never be so blind And then Then I see you Tell me when Will I see you again? Tell me when Will I see you again? Tell me when Will I see you again? Nah nah nah nah nah nah nah Happenstance an episode unplanned, Alone in time Coincidence, the second chance Re-sounding like a rhyme How paths may cross against the odds To wreck the plans you made Among the crowd a face that smiles To melt your masquerade If only I could see you Says the stranger deep inside And lets you know that when you were So sure you really lied If only I could see you Says the voice within your brain And quietly, insistently It says it once again And then, I really need to know Tell me when Will I see you again? Tell me when Will I see you again? Tell me when Will I see you again? It wouldn't seem so lonely If only I could see you Baby, you can be free If only I could see you You'll never have to doubt me If only I could see you Baby, you could free me If only I could see you If only I could see you Tell me when Tell me when Nah nah nah nah nah nah nah Tell me when Will I see you again? x3 Then I really need to know If only if only if only I could see you If only I could see you If only if only if only I could see you Will I see you again? If only if only if only I could see you Will I see you again? Will I see you again? If only if only if only I could see you Will I see you again? Nah nah nah nah nah nah nah If only if only if only I could see you Tell me when Will I see you again? Tell me when Will I see you again? If only if only if only I could see you Tell me when Will I see you again? If only if only if only I could see you
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Written by: Paul Christopher Beckett, Philip Oakey
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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9 facts about this song
Release Information"Tell Me When" is a song by the British synthpop group The Human League. It was released on 27 December 1994 as the first single from their album, "Octopus".
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a huge success for The Human League. It debuted at number six in the UK Singles Chart, eventually peaking at number six, and remained in the charts for ten weeks. It was also a big hit in the United States, reaching the top spot on the Billboard Dance charts.
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Music VideoThe accompanying music video for "Tell Me When" was directed by Steve Barron, famous for his work on Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean" and a-ha's "Take on Me". It featured the band members interacting with computer-generated imagery, an innovative technique at the time.
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Genre and Style"Tell Me When" is known for its catchy synthesizer hooks and its pop-friendly lyrics, a departure from the group's earlier, more experimental work. Music critics have labelled it as New Wave, synth-pop and electronic.
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Collaboration with Ian StanleyThe song was co-written and produced by former Tears for Fears member, Ian Stanley. This collaboration was viewed as a key factor to the song's commercial success.
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Critical Reception"Tell Me When" received generally positive reviews from music critics. It was praised for its upbeat melody and the band's ability to adapt to the sound of the mid-'90s pop music.
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Live Performances"Tell Me When" has become a staple of The Human League's live performances. The crowd often sings along, illustrating the song's lasting popularity.
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ReissueIn 2003, "Tell Me When" was reissued as part of a double A-side with "Don't You Want Me". The reissue didn't chart, proving the enduring appeal of the original release.
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LegacyDespite the numerous hits The Human League had in the 80s, "Tell Me When" is one of their most recognizable songs. It helped revive their career in the 90s and remains a highlight in their discography.
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