Letting the Cables Sleep

Bush

About Letting the Cables Sleep

"Letting the Cables Sleep" is the third and final single from British band Bush's third studio album The Science of Things, which was released in 1999. The song became a minor hit, and pushed the album to platinum status. The song was a bigger hit than its predecessor "Warm Machine", but not nearly as successful as the first single from the album, "The Chemicals Between Us." The song was featured in the film Goal II: Living the Dream and in the TV series ER, Charmed and Cold Case.  


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1999
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You in the dark 
You in the pain 
You on the run 
Living a hell 

Living your ghost 
Living your end 
Never seem to get in the place that I belong 
Don't want to lose the time 
Lose the time to come 

Whatever you say it's alright 
Whatever you do it's all good 
Whatever you say it's alright 
Silence is not the way 
We need to talk about it 
If heaven is on the way 
If heaven is on the way 

You in the sea 
On a decline 
Breaking the waves 
Watching the lights go down 
Letting the cables sleep 

Whatever you say it's alright 
Whatever you do it's all good 
Whatever you say it's alright 
Silence is not the way 
We need to talk about it 

If heaven is on the way 
We'll wrap the world around it 
If heaven is on the way 
If heaven is on the way 

I'm a stranger in this town 
I'm a stranger in this town 

I'm a stranger in this town 

If heaven is on the way 
If heaven is on the way 
I'm a stranger in this town 
I'm a stranger in this town

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Bush

Bush is a rock band formed in London in 1992 shortly after vocalist/guitarist Gavin Rossdale and guitarist Nigel Pulsford met. It was not long before they recruited bassist Dave Parsons, and later drummer Robin Goodridge, and started writing. Dave Parsons joined Bush shortly after leaving the band Transvision Vamp. Drummers such as Sacha Gervasi, Amir, and Spencer Cobrin had all filled in as Bush drummers before Robin Goodridge was made the permanent fit and thus completing the Bush lineup. more »

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Written by: Gavin Rossdale

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15 facts about this song

Song Genres
"Letting the Cables Sleep" is primarily an alternative rock song with elements from post-grunge and soft rock.
Album Information
The song is part of their third album "The Science of Things," which was released in 1999.
Chart Performance
"Letting the Cables Sleep" reached number 4 on the US Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart in 2000.
Music Video
The music video for this single features the band performing in a room filled with floating letters.
Charitable Use
The song was featured in the charity album, "Maybe This Christmas Too?" which benefited Toys for Tots, a program run by the United States Marine Corps Reserve.
Radio Airplay
Despite not being a commercial success, the song received frequent airplay on radio stations and music television channels.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics discuss feelings of regret and the desire for forgiveness.
Lead Figure
"Letting the Cables Sleep" was written and sung by the band's lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist, Gavin Rossdale.
Acoustic Version
An acoustic version of "Letting the Cables Sleep" was also released and played on various radio stations.
Popular Culture
This song was used in the TV series "Charmed," specifically in the episode "Once Upon a Time."
Remix
There's a remix of "Letting the Cables Sleep" titled "The N.O.W. Remix" that offers a distinctive mood and tempo compared to the original track.
Event Promotion
On Earth Day in 2011, an eco-friendly promotional video featuring the song was released by the Outdoor Foundation.
Musical Style
"Letting the Cables Sleep" showcases a softer, more melodic sound compared to Bush's typically heavier rock style.
Music Reviews
Critics often regarded "Letting the Cables Sleep" as one of Bush's best songs due to its melodic style and emotional resonance.
Concert Performances
"Letting the Cables Sleep" is a fan favorite and often included in the band's live concert setlists.

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