Showdown
Jeff Lynne's ELO, Jeff Lynne
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She cried to the Southern wind About a love that was sure to end Every dream in her heart was gone Heading for a showdown. Bad dreamer, what's your name? Looks like we're riding on the same train Looks as though there'll be more pain There's gonna be a showdown. And it's raining, all over the world Raining, all over the world Tonight, the longest night. She came to me like a friend She blew in on the Southern wind Now my heart is turned to stone again There's gonna be a showdown. Save me, oh save me It's unreal, the suffering There's gonna be a showdown. And it's raining, all over the world Raining, all over the world Tonight, the longest night. (Raining, raining raining, raining) Raining, all over the world Raining, all over the world The longest night. And it's raining, all over the world Raining, all over the world Tonight, the longest night. You gotta save me, girl Well, I'm ready for saving I'm a fool for you Ya know I'm ready, come on and save me Can't you feel what you're doing to me, now? I'm on the run again. Gotta save me
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Written by: Jeff Lynne
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10 facts about this song
Showdown" BackgroundElectric Light Orchestra's song "Showdown" was originally recorded and released in the United Kingdom in 1973. It was the band's first Top 10 hit in the UK.
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Songwriting CreditsThough many songs by Electric Light Orchestra were collaborations, "Showdown" was entirely composed by Jeff Lynne, guitarist and lead vocalist, highlighting his songwriting ability.
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InspirationAccording to Lynne, his inspiration for writing "Showdown" was derived from the weather. He had the idea for the song on a gloomy, rainy day which led to the lyrics about rain and thunder in the song.
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Album Appearance"Showdown" was included in Electric Light Orchestra's third studio album, "On the Third Day," securing its position as one of the most beloved songs in their repertoire.
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Worldwide RecognitionDespite being a British band, "Showdown" was successful on an international level. It charted in the United States, Germany, and other countries as well, thereby increasing the band’s global popularity.
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Cover VersionsThis song became popular enough that it was covered by other musicians too. One of the most notable covers is by the Four Tops, an American vocal quartet.
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Sound EngineeringJeff Lynne, apart from being the songwriter, also co-produced the song. Lynne’s production style of "Showdown" was notable for its orchestral arrangements and meticulous attention to detail.
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Musical StyleThe song is notable for its fusion of pop and classical styles. It contains a prominent cello part, which shows the symphonic rock style that became the band's signature.
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Use in Media"Showdown" has been used in many popular movies and television shows. Notably, it was used in the flicks "Kingpin" and "American Hustle," testifying to the song's enduring appeal.
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Live PerformancesThe song "Showdown" remained a concert staple for the band long after its initial release, demonstrating its lingering popularity with fans.
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