Laura

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About Laura

"Laura" is a song by English recording artist Bat for Lashes for her third studio album The Haunted Man (2012). It was written by Natasha Khan and British songwriter Justin Parker. It received positive reactions from fans when Khan played it at a string of European festival dates. The song received its radio debut on 22 July 2012 on Zane Lowe's BBC Radio 1 show as "Hottest Record in the World" and was made available as an instant download to people who pre-ordered the album on iTunes.  


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You say that they've all left you behind
Your heart broke when the party died
Drape your arms around me and softly say
Can we dance upon the tables again?

When your smile is so wide and your heels are so high
You can’t cry
Get your glad rags on and let’s sing along
To that lonely song

You're the train that crashed my heart
You're the glitter in the dark, oh, Laura
You’re more than a superstar
And in this horror show
I’ve got to tell you so, oh, Laura
You’re more than a superstar

You say that you're stuck in a pale blue dream
And your tears feel hot on my bed sheets
Drape your arms around me and softly say
Can we dance upon the tables again?

Your smile is so wide and your heels are so high,
You can’t cry
Put your glad rags on and let's sing along
To that lonely song

You’re the train that crashed my heart
You’re the glitter in the dark, oh, Laura
You’re more than a superstar
You’ll be famous for longer than them
Your name is tattooed on every boy’s skin, oh, Laura
You’re more than a superstar

You’re the train that crashed my heart
You’re the glitter in the dark, oh, Laura
You’re more than a superstar
And in this old horror show
I’ve got to let you know, oh, Laura
You’re more than a superstar
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Bat for Lashes

Natasha Khan (born 25 October 1979), known by her stage name as Bat for Lashes, is an English singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. She has released three studio albums, Fur and Gold (2006), Two Suns (2009) and The Haunted Man (2012), and received Mercury Prize nominations for Fur and Gold and Two Suns. more »

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Written by: Justin Parker, Natasha Khan

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"Laura" was released on July 24, 2012, as the lead single from Bat for Lashes’ third studio album, "The Haunted Man."
Genre Classification
"Laura" falls under several music genres, including indie rock, art pop, and baroque pop.
Critical Reception
The song was mostly lauded by critics and was described as "heartbreakingly beautiful," and "stunning in its simplicity."
Music Video
The music video for "Laura" was directed by Noel Paul, and it portrays Bat for Lashes, whose real name is Natasha Khan, singing directly to her friend Laura.
Award Nomination
The song got nominated for an Ivor Novello Award in 2013 for Best Song Musically and Lyrically.
Song Meaning
"Laura" is about a party girl who is popular and loved by many, but who feels lonely inside.
Live Performances
Natasha Khan often performs "Laura" live in her concerts, creating a mood that is moving and emotional.
Songwriters
Natasha Khan co-wrote "Laura" with Justin Parker, a British songwriter known for writing singles with Lana Del Rey and Rihanna.
Inspiration For The Song
While discussing the song in interviews, Khan revealed that the song was inspired by people in her life who are incredibly charismatic but who have a deep sadness within them.
Commercial Success
Despite its powerful content and critical acclaim, "Laura" was not a commercial success. However, it has since gained a cult following among Bat for Lashes fans and remains one of her most popular songs.

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