Back of My Hand

Gemma Hayes

About Back of My Hand

Back of My Hand is the third single by Irish singer-songwriter Gemma Hayes taken from her Night On My Side album release. The single was released in Ireland on 26 September 2002. The single was released Source Records. Two versions of the single were released - incorporating slightly different covers and track listings. The second CD was very limited upon release and the single was only available in Ireland. A re-worked version of the track appeared on the 2003 US release of Night On My Side. A digital version of the song appeared on iTunes on 1 March 2003. 


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2002
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I'll be seeing you tomorrow
I'll be seeing you again
God knows we've said so little
I'd go so far as to call you a friend

But there's something in your ways
That keeps me vying for a connection
And I know you feel the same
It's become a two-way addiction

Come on and give me your heart
Write it on the back of my hand
And say it's forever

Well we never really said goodbye
Kinda left it in the air
And as the train pulled off I knew you loved her more

Oh no no no no
I'm not afraid to lose
Oh no no no no
Just give me some time and I'll walk to a different groove

Go on and give her your heart
Write it on the back of her hand
And say it's forever

Go on and give her your heart
Write it on the back of her hand
And say it's forever

That's alright, that's ok, the thoughts of you are leaving
That's alright, that's ok, the thoughts of you are leaving
Anyway, are fading anyway

Come on and give her your heart
Write it on the back of her hand
And say it's forever

Come on and give me your heart
Come on and give me your heart
Come on and give me your heart

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Gemma Hayes

Gemma Claire Hayes (born 11 August 1977, Ballyporeen, Tipperary, Ireland) is an Irish singer-songwriter and member of The Cake Sale. more »

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15 facts about this song

Song Classification
"Back of My Hand" is an indie rock song.
Album Details
The song is a track off Gemma Hayes' debut studio album, "Night on My Side," released on 23 May 2002 in the UK through Source Records, and on 28 October 2003 in the US through Astralwerks.
Award Nomination
The album, which includes "Back of My Hand", was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize in 2002.
Songwriting
Like most of the tracks on the album, Gemma Hayes wrote "Back of My Hand."
Chart Performance
Even though "Back of My Hand" wasn't released as a single, the song still managed to gain significant radio play.
Personal Meaning
"Back of My Hand" has a deeply personal meaning for Hayes, much like the other tracks on "Night on My Side".
Record Production
The song has a distinctive sound which was produced by Dave Fridmann and Gemma Hayes.
Genre-Bending
While often classified as indie rock, "Back of My Hand" weaves elements of folk and electronica into its composition, demonstrating Hayes' genre-bending versatility.
Musical Style
The song is characterized by Hayes' sweetly melancholic vocals and layered, intricate guitar lines.
Music Video
The music video for "Back of My Hand" uses an abstract narrative approach evoking the song’s emotional tone rather than literal interpretation of the lyrics.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised "Back of My Hand" for its poetic lyrics and atmospheric production, with some reviewers highlighting it as a standout track on "Night on My Side".
Live Performances
"Back of My Hand" remains a favorite song among Gemma Hayes' fans and is often included in her live performances.
Cover Versions
There have been some cover versions of the song by amateur musicians and fans, indicating its ongoing popularity.
Song Licensing
"Back of My Hand" has been licensed more than once for TV show soundtracks, including for an episode of the American television series "Rescue Me".
International Reach
The song has garnered appreciation from listeners around the world thanks to its international availability on various music streaming platforms.

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