True Love Waits
Radiohead
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I'll drown my beliefs To have you be in peace I'll dress like your niece And wash your swollen feet Just don't leave Don't leave I'm not living, I'm just killing time Your tiny hands Your crazy-kitten smile Just don't leave Don't leave And true love waits In haunted attics And true love lives On lollipops and crisps Just don't leave Don't leave Just don't leave Don't leave
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Written by: Edward John O'Brien, Jonathan Richard Guy Greenwood, Philip James Selway, Thomas Edward Yorke
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Album Classification"True Love Waits" is the concluding song of Radiohead's ninth studio album, "A Moon Shaped Pool," released in May 2016.
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Composition RarityIt is one of the rare acoustic guitar-based songs by the band in their latter-day discography.
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Early RealityDespite being officially published in 2016, the song was first performed officially much earlier, appearing during their concerts as early as 1995.
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Live PerformanceA live version of this song was included in the album "I Might Be Wrong: Live Recordings" which released in 2001.
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Extended GenesisIt took over 21 years (from the first public performance) for the studio version of "True Love Waits" to finally come to fruition in "A Moon Shaped Pool."
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Lyrics MeaningThom Yorke, the lead vocalist, has generally been cryptic about meaning of songs, but many interpret "True Love Waits" as a poignant exploration of love, desperation, and yearning.
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Different VersionsThe song has been performed in multiple variations, ranging from acoustic versions to the more eerie piano-led rendition on the studio album.
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Thom Yorke's PerspectiveYorke once shared in an interview that he considered the song too vulnerable and 'naked' for a studio release, which may account for the gap between its first performance and its studio release.
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Critical AcclaimAfter its studio release, the song was lauded for its emotional resonance and intricate piano arrangement, demonstrating the band's innovation and resistance to categorization.
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Chord ProgressionThe song uses a chord progression that is seldom found in pop music, contributing to its distinctive sound.
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PopularityAccording to setlist.fm, "True Love Waits" is ranked as the 47th most played song by Radiohead in live concerts.
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ImpactDespite being released late into the band's career, the song continues to make an impact, with countless covers and renditions available on platforms like YouTube.
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