Don't Believe Anymore
Icehouse
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I never counted on this 'cause that's the way that it goes, yeah You used to be someone I knew, Somebody I could understand but, Now I don't know what to do And I don't know who you are now All the things I hear you say You talk that way You're a stranger And I I don't know where to be begin Don't want to hear it again I don't believe anymore This is all I know I know I've heard it before I don't believe anymore And I remember your voice Before this happened to us But I could see And I was sure And everything was young and new but We lost it too many times And that's the way that it is Lovers come and lovers go When you think that you know, It just isn't true, oh I don't know where to be begin Don't want to hear it again I don't believe anymore This is all I know I know I've heard it before I don't believe anymore I don't know where to be begin Don't want to hear it again I don't believe anymore This is all I know I know I've heard it before I don't believe anymore Don't believe anymore Don't believe anymore I don't know where to be begin Don't want to hear it again I don't believe anymore This is all I know I know I've heard it before I don't believe anymore Oh, oh, oh Don't believe anymore
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Written by: Ivor Arthur Davies
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"Don't Believe Anymore" is a song created by the Australian band Icehouse. It was written by the band's lead vocalist and the main songwriter, Iva Davies.
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Release DateThe song was originally released in 1984 as a part of the band's third studio album, "Sidewalk."
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GenreThe song falls under the genres of New Wave and synthpop – these were popular styles in the 1980s. It features an electronic sound with a strong use of synthesizers.
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Chart Performance"Don't Believe Anymore" reached number 31 on the Australian Kent Music Report singles chart, proving to be a popular hit within the country.
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Music VideoThe well-known music video for the song was filmed in a tunnel in Woolloomooloo, Sydney. The director was a famous Australian photographer and music video producer, Russell Mulcahy. The video incorporated elements of Film Noir.
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ReinterpretationsSeveral remixes and reinterpretations of "Don't Believe Anymore" have been produced. In 2002, a notable remix by Ivan Gough and Colin Snape was released on the dance compilation "Meltdown" from Ministry of Sound.
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Band NameThe band Icehouse was initially known as Flowers when it was formed in 1977. However, they had to change their name when they moved to international markets to avoid conflicts with a Scottish group with the same name. The name "Icehouse" came from an old, cold flat where Iva Davies lived, inspiring their hit song "Icehouse."
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MembersBesides Iva Davies, the band members at the time of recording "Sidewalk" included Bob Kretschmer, Guy Pratt, Andy Qunta, and John Lloyd.
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Vinyl ReleaseIn 2020, Icehouse celebrated the 35-year anniversary of the album "Sidewalk" by re-releasing it on its original format, vinyl record. This limited edition also included "Don't Believe Anymore."
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Cultural Impact"Don't Believe Anymore" continues to be one of Icehouse's iconic songs. Its hauntingly beautiful melody and introspective lyrics have made it a favourite among fans and music critics alike, even after decades since its first release.
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