Need One
Martina Topley-Bird
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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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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.
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Album InformationThe 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.
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Collaborative WorkThe 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.
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Music VideoThe 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.
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RecognitionThe song "Need One" is often recognized by its distinctive guitar riff. It is considered to be one of the standout tracks from the album.
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Personal LifeAt the time of writing and recording "Need One," Martina Topley-Bird had recently become a mother.
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Chart PerformanceDespite the warm reception of the album and critical acclaim, "Need One" did not chart significantly in the UK singles chart.
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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.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Need One" deal with themes of heartbreak and longing, with Martina's unique vocal style adding an additional layer of ethereal beauty.
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Live PerformancesMartina 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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