Need One

Martina Topley-Bird

About Need One

"Need One" is a song by British singer Martina Topley-Bird, released as the first single from the album Quixotic. It was released on 2 June 2003 and reached #76 on the UK Singles Chart. There was a music video shot for this song.


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Tell it face to face
You got you a race
Got no time to taste

If I went away
You could walk today

You're gonna kill some
You're gonna free some
You're gonna lose someone
You're gonna taste some
You're gonna want some
You're gonna be someone

Lines you're feedin' me
Don't make a mark of me
I don't bruise so easily

I tell it face to face
Got no time to taste
My memory's your fate

You're gonna kill some
You're gonna free some
You're gonna lose someone
You're gonna taste some
You're gonna want some
You're gonna believe someone

Send me alone
I'm solemn and sorry

I'm gonna need some
I'm gonna need some
You're gonna need someone
Did you believe some
You gotta breathe some
You're gonna free someone

Tell it face to face...

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Martina Topley-Bird

Martina Topley-Bird (born 7 May 1975, St. Pancras, London) is an English vocalist and songwriter who first gained fame as the featured female vocalist on trip hop pioneer Tricky's debut album, Maxinquaye (a printing error credited her as "Martine"). She worked with him on his follow-up albums and, in 2003, released her own solo album, Quixotic. more »

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Written by: ALEX MCGOWAN, MARTINA TOPLEY BIRD, NICK BIRD, STEPHEN PAUL CRITTALL

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Need One" by Martina Tiple-Bird falls under the music genre of Indie Pop, Trip Hop, and Electronica.
Album Information
The song "Need One" is a track from Martina Topley-Bird's debut album, "Quixotic," which was released in July 2003. The album was nominated for the Mercury Prize in the same year.
Collaborative Work
The album "Quixotic," including the song "Need One," is a result of a collaboration with various reputed musicians, including David Holmes, Tricky, and Damon Albarn from Gorillaz and Blur.
Music Video
The music video for "Need One" features actor Josh Lucas. The video was directed by acclaimed director Jake Scott, who has worked with bands like The Verve and R.E.M.
Recognition
The song "Need One" is often recognized by its distinctive guitar riff. It is considered to be one of the standout tracks from the album.
Personal Life
At the time of writing and recording "Need One," Martina Topley-Bird had recently become a mother.
Chart Performance
Despite the warm reception of the album and critical acclaim, "Need One" did not chart significantly in the UK singles chart.
Musical Style
"Need One" reflects Martina's unique, multi-genre style, blending soul, electronica, and indie rock elements to create a haunting and atmospheric sound.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Need One" deal with themes of heartbreak and longing, with Martina's unique vocal style adding an additional layer of ethereal beauty.
Live Performances
Martina Topley-Bird often includes "Need One" in her live performances. Her live renditions of the song are well-received and showcase a raw, more emotional take on the song.

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