Tarantula
Faithless
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Down in the shadows of your deepest secrets I sleep next to the precepts you hold most dear Your heart is in my province jour upon hour I shiver when you feel the cold, Everything you say I hear Like a bomb and its fuse, We bring bright light But I could be a devil to you I could bite like a tarantula Right through the skin And leave my poison dripping (dream) Deliciously Unsuspecting Protecting you from all harm Except perhaps from reasoning (these arms) That hold you
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Written by: MAXWELL FRASER, ROLLO ARMSTRONG, AYALAH BENTOVIM
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Label Information"Tarantula" was released by the record label Cheeky Records, a UK-based label noted for their electronica artists.
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Updated Album TrackThe song "Tarantula" featured in the updated version of the album "Outrospective," originally released in 2001.
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Remix VersionsThere are several remix versions of "Tarantula", one of the most popular being "Rollo & Sister Bliss Funky Mix".
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Musical GenreThe song belongs to the electronica genre, and more specifically, the house genre.
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Band Members"Tarantula" was billed to Faithless, a band featuring musician and producer Rollo Armstrong, singer and DJ Sister Bliss, and spoken-word artist Maxi Jazz.
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Song ReputationThe song "Tarantula" is considered one of Faithless' darker pieces, with evocative lyrics spoken by Maxi Jazz and a moody electronic backdrop.
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Music Video DirectorThe music video for "Tarantula" was directed by the esteemed British video director Dom and Nic.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its popularity, the song only reached #29 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Critical ReceptionCritics appreciated the song for its haunting and eerie vibe, praising the spoken lyrics by Maxi Jazz and the atmospheric production by Rollo Armstrong and Sister Bliss.
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InfluencesThe song features elements of trip-hop and ambient music, showcasing the wide musical influences of the band.
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Album SuccessWhile "Tarantula" was not a major chart hit, its parent album "Outrospective" reached the number four spot on the UK Albums Chart and achieved platinum status.
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Live Performances"Tarantula" was a staple of Faithless's live performances, where its hypnotic beat and atmospheric lyrics often commanded a strong response from audiences.
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