Isolation
Joy Division
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In fear every day, every evening, He calls her aloud from above, Carefully watched for a reason, Painstaking devotion and love, Surrendered to self preservation, From others who care for themselves. A blindness that touches perfection, But hurts just like anything else. Isolation, isolation, isolation. Mother I tried please believe me, I'm doing the best that I can. I'm ashamed of the things I've been put through, I'm ashamed of the person I am. Isolation, isolation, isolation. But if you could just see the beauty, These things I could never describe, These pleasures a wayward distraction, This is my one lucky prize. Isolation, isolation, isolation, isolation, isolation.
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Written by: Bernard Sumner, Ian Kevin Curtis, Peter Hook, Stephen Paul David Morris
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7 facts about this song
Release Facts"Isolation" is a song by the British post-punk band "Joy Division".
- It was featured on their second studio album, "Closer," which was released in July 1980.
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Music Composition DetailsThe song has an upbeat, almost danceable rhythm, which contrasts with the somber nature of the lyrics.
- "Isolation" is noted for its use of synth and bassline that leads the song, a departure from Joy Division’s earlier works primarily driven by guitar and drums.
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Lyrics and Meaning"Isolation" features some of Joy Division's most direct and bleak lyrics about feelings of despair and loneliness.
- Lead vocalist Ian Curtis wrote the lyrics to this song, along with all of Joy Division's songs.
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Impact and influenceDespite its dark theme, "Isolation" has been cited as a significant influence on the development of electronic and goth music.
- It has been covered by multiple bands, demonstrating its continued influence over rock and alternative music.
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Band's BackgroundAt the time of "Closer's" release, the band had undergone a significant change, as lead vocalist Ian Curtis had committed suicide two months before the album was released.
- Despite his death, the album and the track "Isolation" were critically acclaimed, cementing Joy Division's place in music history.
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Cultural SignificanceIn the years since its release, "Isolation" has been recognized as one of Joy Division's signature songs and a standout track from "Closer".
- The song's themes of loneliness and despair have resonated with listeners, making it a favorite among fans of the band.
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Live PerformancesJoy Division only performed "Isolation" once live before Ian Curtis's death.
- This performance took place in February 1980 at The Lyceum in London, just a few months before Curtis's death.
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