In Between Days

The Cure

About In Between Days

"In Between Days" (sometimes listed as "Inbetween Days" or "In-Between Days") is a song by the English rock band The Cure, released in July 1985 as the first single from the band's sixth album The Head on the Door. The song was an international success, being their first hit song to come off an album rather than a stand-alone single. In the UK, it was the band's ninth chart single and their fourth consecutive Top 20 hit; while in the US it was their first single to reach the Billboard Hot 100, where it peaked at number 99. It was a Top 20 hit in Australia and New Zealand and also charted in several European countries, increasing the popularity of the band. 


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2001
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Yesterday I got so old,
I felt like I could die,
Yesterday I got so old,
It made me want to cry

Go on, go on,
Just walk away
Go on, go on,
Your choice is made
Go on, go on,
And disappear
Go on, go on,
Away from here

And I know I was wrong,
When I said it was true,
That it couldn't be me,
And be her in between,
Without you,
Without you

Yesterday I got so scared,
I shivered like a child,
Yesterday away from you,
It froze me deep inside,

Come back, come back,
Don't walk away,
Come back, come back,
Come back today,
Come back, come back,
Why can't you see
Come back, come back,
Come back to me,

And I know I was wrong,
When I said it was true,
That it couldn't be me,
And be her in between,
Without you,
Without you

Without you
Without you

Without you
Without you

Without you
Without you

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The Cure

The Cure are an English rock band formed in Crawley, West Sussex in 1976. The band has experienced several line-up changes, with frontman, vocalist, guitarist and principal songwriter Robert Smith being the only constant member. The Cure first began releasing music in the late 1970s with its debut album Three Imaginary Boys (1979); this, along with several early singles, placed the band as part of the post-punk and New Wave movements that had sprung up in the wake of the punk rock revolution in the United Kingdom. During the early 1980s, the band's increasingly dark and tormented music helped form the gothic rock genre. more »

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Written by: Robert James Smith

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22 facts about this song

Creation
"In Between Days" was created by The Cure, a British rock band, and it first hit the music scene on July 15, 1985 through the Fiction label in the United Kingdom.
Album
The song is featured on the band's sixth album named "The Head on the Door" which was released in 1985.
Chart Success
"In Between Days" was the group's first single to make the Top 10 in the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number 15.
Lyrics
Despite its upbeat tempo, the song's lyrics talk about aging and fear of dying, expressing a sense of vulnerability and despair which contrast with the energetic rhythm.
Music Video
The video for "In Between Days" was directed by Tim Pope, who worked extensively with The Cure on their music videos.
Title Change
The song was originally titled "Inbetween Days" on the album, but the space between the words was added when released as a single.
Accolades
NME magazine placed "In Between Days" at number 18 in their list of the 50 greatest 1980s indie anthems in 2007.
Other Releases
The song has been included on several of The Cure's compilation albums, like "Galore" and "Greatest Hits."
Cover Versions
Some notable musicians have created cover versions of "In Between Days," including Ben Folds and The Smashing Pumpkins.
Live Performances
"In Between Days" is a favorite among fans and is often included in The Cure's live performances.
Musicality
Reportedly Robert Smith, The Cure’s lead singer, played almost all the instruments on the track, including keyboard and bass, while other band members added drums and saxophone.
Impact
The song had a substantial impact on alternative rock and helped the band gain popularity in the U.S. and around the world.
Song Origin
"In Between Days" is a song by the British rock band "The Cure." The band released it as the lead single from their sixth album, titled "The Head on the Door," in July 1985.
Chart Performance
The song was an instant success and charted high in the United Kingdom, peaking at number 15. It also performed well internationally, making it to the Top 20 in countries like Ireland, Australia, and The Netherlands.
Music Video
Although "The Cure" had previously made music videos, this was the first to be directed by Tim Pope. Pope would go on to direct nearly all of the band's future videos. In the video, the band performs while wearing oversized suits, a nod to the film "Stop Making Sense" by "Talking Heads."
Style and Composition
"In Between Days" has been praised for its upbeat tempo and unique sound, which contrasts with the darker themes typically found in "The Cure's" music. It is characterized by an interesting mix of pop and alternative rock elements.
Lyrics Interpretation
The lyrics, while upbeat and catchy, actually touch on themes of aging and loss, common in Robert Smith's songwriting.
Album Success
"In Between Days" contributed to the success of "The Head on the Door," which itself became a critical and commercial success, pioneering The Cure's entry to the international market.
Song Legacy
Despite being released over three decades ago, "In Between Days" is still one of The Cure's most popular songs and is regularly included in their live sets. It has been covered by a variety of artists across different genres.
Distinction
This song is also notable as it marked the first time The Cure broke into the Top 40 of the U.S. Billboard Top Rock Tracks, reaching No. 18.
In Popular Culture
"In Between Days" has been featured in several films and TV shows. Notably, it was played in the closing credits of the film "50/50" and was also used in an episode of the TV show "Stranger Things."
Retrospective Acclaim
In retrospective reviews, many music critics have hailed "In Between Days" as one of "The Cure's" finest songs. In 2009, the song was rated as the 74th best song of the 1980s by the readers of "Rolling Stone" magazine.

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