Only After Dark
Mick Ronson
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I feel my spirit fly, only after dark I kiss the world goodbye, only after dark Nights with the city lights, only after dark Run like the wonder way, only after dark [Chorus] Won't you disappear into midnight again Why don't you come, why won't you come Why won't you fly, fly, fly with me Sweet elusive fate will be our company Ring out the vamp in me, only after dark Moon sinful as can be, only after dark It's wrong to feel so free, only after dark Only you do it to me, only after dark [Chorus]
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Written by: MICK RONSON, SCOTT RICHARDSON
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10 facts about this song
Genesis and Release"Only After Dark" is a track from Mick Ronson's debut solo album "Slaughter on 10th Avenue," which was released in February 1974.
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ReinterpretationThe song is a reinterpretation of a track of the same name by "The Human League," which was originally released in 1979.
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Musical Style"Only After Dark" carries Mick Ronson's signature guitar-driven sound, with influences from early rock 'n roll and glam rock—genres where Ronson had previously made his mark as the lead guitarist for David Bowie's band, the Spiders From Mars.
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Album SuccessThe album "Slaughter on 10th Avenue," featuring "Only After Dark," reached number 9 on the UK Albums Chart and stayed there for five weeks.
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CollaborationsThe lyrics for "Only After Dark" were provided by Scott Richardson, with recording and production done by Mick Ronson and his longtime collaborator, Ian "Mac" McLagan.
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Unconventional ReleaseInterestingly, "Only After Dark" wasn't released as a single but still managed to gain significant radio airplay.
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Def Leppard's TributeIn a tribute to Mick Ronson, popular rock band "Def Leppard" covered "Only After Dark" as a B-side to their single "Let's Get Rocked" in 1992.
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LegacyMick Ronson's version of "Only After Dark" is often regarded as a quintessential glam rock anthem, showcasing his distinctively fierce yet melodic guitar style that inspired many future rock artists.
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Album ArtThe album "Slaughter on 10th Avenue" is notable for its cover art featuring Mick Ronson in ballet shoes—a still from a ballet of the same name that inspired the album's title.
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Critical ResponseAlthough the album and the song did not reach high on American charts, they were critically acclaimed for Mick Ronson's exceptional guitar work and energetic glam rock style.
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