The Sun Goes Down
Thin Lizzy
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There is a demon among us whose soul belongs in hell Sent here to redeem us, she knows it all to well He comes and goes, he comes and goes she knows it all too well But when all is said and done The sun goes down She tries her best to leave him, but she is still captured by his spell She knows now she must deceive him, he knows it all to well She comes and goes, she comes and goes, he knows it all too well But when all is said and done The sun goes down She comes and goes, she comes and goes, he knows it all too well But when all is said and done The sun goes down There is a demon within us The sun goes down She tries her best to deceive him The sun goes down
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Written by: DARREN WHARTON, PHILIP PARRIS LYNOTT
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Band History"The Sun Goes Down" is a song by Thin Lizzy, an Irish rock band that was formed in Dublin, Ireland in 1969. The band was initially led by Phil Lynott, who also served as the group's primary songwriter.
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Album InformationThe song is included in Thin Lizzy's twelfth and final studio album, "Thunder and Lightning," which was released in 1983.
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Lyrics and Themes"The Sun Goes Down" has been recognized for its lyrical depth, exploring themes of aging, mortality, loneliness, and personal struggles.
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Song CompositionThe song is notable for its slower tempo and moody atmosphere, which contrasts with many of Thin Lizzy's more energetic hits.
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Critical ReceptionDespite not being a hit single, "The Sun Goes Down" has received positive reviews from critics who appreciate its introspective lyrics and atmospheric composition.
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Phil Lynott's HealthAt the time of the album's release, Thin Lizzy's frontman Phil Lynott's health was rapidly deteriorating due to drug and alcohol abuse. Some fans and critics have interpreted "The Sun Goes Down" as Lynott's reflection on his own mortality.
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Band LineupThe line-up for the "Thunder and Lightning" album, including "The Sun Goes Down," consisted of Phil Lynott, Scott Gorham, John Sykes, and Brian Downey.
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End of an Era"Thunder and Lightning" was Thin Lizzy's final studio album, marking the end of the band's active years. The band officially broke up in 1984, a few months after the album's release.
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Phil Lynott's LegacyPhil Lynott, Thin Lizzy's charismatic frontman, passed away in 1986, three years after releasing "The Sun Goes Down." Despite Lynott's tragic end, his legacy lives on in the music of Thin Lizzy.
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Live Performances"The Sun Goes Down" was seldom performed live during Thin Lizzy's final tour, reflecting Lynott's declining health and foreshadowing the band’s eventual dissolution.
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