Something So Strong

Crowded House

About Something So Strong

"Something So Strong" is a rock song written by Neil Finn and Mitchell Froom and performed by the band Crowded House for their eponymous debut album (August 1986). The track was released as the album's fifth and final single in April 1987. The single peaked at No. 18 on the Australian Kent Music Report Singles Chart, No. 3 in New Zealand, No. 7 in the United States Billboard Hot 100, and No. 10 on the Canadian RPM 100. The track lends its title to the book, Crowded House: Something So Strong (1997), by Australian biographer Chris Bourke, which details the band's career from forming to just after their breakup in 1996. According to Bourke, "Something So Strong", was the first song written by Finn specifically for Crowded House. However while in the studio, producer, Froom, and Finn reworked parts of the song and as such, Froom is credited as a co-writer. Demos of this song have been linked to Finn's earlier band Split Enz, from the 1984 See Ya 'Round period, potentially making the timeline earlier on this track. 


Year:
1996
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Love can make you weep, it can make you run for cover
Roots that spread so deep, bring life to frozen ground

(Something so strong) could carry us away
(Something so strong) could carry us today

Turning in my sleep, love can leave you cold
The taste of jealousy, is like a lust for gold

(Something so strong) could carry us away
(Something so strong) could carry us today

(I've been) feeling so much older
(Frame me) and hang me on the wall
(I've seen) you fall into the same trap
(This thing) is happening to us all

(Something so strong) could carry us away
(Something so strong) could carry us today

(Something so strong)
(Something so strong)
(Something so strong)
Something something so strong

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Crowded House

Crowded House are a pop rock band formed in Melbourne, Australia in 1985 by lead-vocalist and primary songwriter, New Zealand-born Neil Finn. The other founding members were Australians Paul Hester and Nick Seymour. Later band members included Neil's brother Tim Finn and Americans Mark Hart and Matt Sherrod. Crowded House are referred to as The Crowdies by Australian fans. more »

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Written by: NEIL MULLANE FINN, MITCHELL FROOM

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10 facts about this song

Release
"Something So Strong" was one of the popular songs by Crowded House, an Australian rock band. It was released in 1987 as the follow-up single to their international hit, "Don't Dream It's Over."
Song Composition
"Something So Strong" is the result of collaboration between Neil Finn, the band's frontman, and Mitchell Froom, their producer. The song showcases the typical Crowded House sound - melodic, pop-rock music with tight harmonies.
Album
The song is part of their self-titled debut album, "Crowded House," which was released in July 1986. The album went on to become a significant success and put the band firmly on the music map.
Chart Performance
"Something So Strong" charted highly in both America and the UK. In the United States, it peaked at #7 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In the UK, it reached #10 on the Singles Chart.
Reception
The song was well-received by critics for its catchy melody and the band's vocal harmonizing. It is praised as a strong follow-up to their breakthrough hit and helped solidify the band's presence in the global music scene.
Music Video
The accompanying music video for "Something So Strong" was directed by Australian director Alex Proyas, who later became famous for directing Hollywood movies like "The Crow" and "Dark City."
Pop Culture References
In popular culture, "Something So Strong" has been used in various TV shows and films, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
Recognition
According to the Australian music channel, Max, "Something So Strong" is ranked in the top 1000 greatest songs of all time.
Re-releases
The song has also featured in several 'Best of' compilations of Crowded House and has been re-released digitally and on vinyl, reflecting its ongoing appeal.
Live Performances
"Something So Strong" is a staple in Crowded House's live performances, and it continues to be a crowd favorite nearly three decades after its original release.

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