Messages
Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark
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It worries me this kind of thing How you hope to live alone And occupy your waking hours We're taking sides again I just wept I couldn't understand Why you started this again Every day you send me more What makes it worse is this plan of yours To ensure I don't forget I'd write and tell you that I've burnt them all But you never send me your address And I've kept them anyway So don't ask me if I think it's true That communication can bring hope to those Who have gone their separate ways It hardly touched me when it should have then And memories are uncertain friends When recalled by messages Coded messages always hurt Letters Messages poison
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Written by: ANDREW MCCLUSKEY, PAUL HUMPHREYS
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12 facts about this song
Song Genre"Messages" is categorized under synth-pop and new wave genre. It symbolizes the beauty of minimalist electronic music at the dawn of the 1980s.
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Original ReleaseThe song was originally released by Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) as their second single on 2 May 1980.
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Album Association"Messages" is part of OMD's eponymous debut album, and it was their first song to enter the UK Singles Chart.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 13 on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing OMD's early commercial success.
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Songwriting Credits"Messages" was written by OMD members Andy McCluskey and Paul Humphreys, featuring their signature synth bass line with melodic elements.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Messages" was filmed in the basement of The Gramophone Suite, the recording studio where the band often worked.
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Red Record ReleaseThe song was re-released in a 10" red vinyl recording format as a special edition in 1980, due to its increased popularity.
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LegacyIn 2015, the song "Messages" was included in the compilation album "Souvenir," a celebration of OMD's 40 years in music.
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Live Performances"Messages" has been a constant part of the band's live setlist since its release, showcasing the enduring popularity of the track amongst fans.
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Sound Design"Messages" signaled a move towards a poppier sound for OMD, which helped cement their place as one of the leading synth-pop bands of the 80s.
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Cover VersionsThis iconic track has been covered by several artists, including the British band Dubstar, and was sampled in the OMD tribute song "4-Neu" by The Frixion.
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Cultural Impact"Messages" continues to be featured on various 80s themed and new wave compilation albums, showcasing the timeless appeal of OMD's music.
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