Black Man Ray

China Crisis

About Black Man Ray

"Black Man Ray" is a song by China Crisis. Released as the first single from their 1985 album Flaunt the Imperfection, it is one of the band's most successful singles. It spent 13 weeks on the UK Singles Chart and peaked at number 14 in April 1985. It was also the band's biggest hit single in Australia, reaching number 30.


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2002
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Are we believing
Black man ray
Are we not happy
In our own way
And we the people
Who reason why
Forever change
As time goes by

Yes, yes, I could be wrong
Why, why, should I pretend
'Cause God only knows in the end

Are we believing
The heavenly survive
Faith the future
Big life on their side
And we the people
Who can but try
Forever learn
As time goes by

Yes, yes, I could be wrong
Why, why, should I pretend
'Cause God only knows in the end

Are we believing
Black man ray
Persuasive danger
In everything you say
And we the people
Who answer you why
Forever doubt
As time goes by

Yes, yes, I could be wrong
Why, why, should I pretend
Yes, yes, I could be wrong
Why, why, should I pretend
'Cause God only knows in the end

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China Crisis

China Crisis is an English pop/rock band. They were formed in 1979 in Kirkby, near Liverpool, Merseyside with a core of vocalist/keyboardist Gary Daly and guitarist Eddie Lundon. Their output was pop music similar in style to that of New Wave but with strong similarities to the post-punk movement of the early 1980s, namely inclusion of a broader range of musical influences and occasional flirtation with political commentary.[citation needed] Throughout their career, China Crisis has seen moderate success in the United Kingdom with ten hit singles between August 1982 and January 1987 and six albums, as well as commercial success in Western Europe, Australia and the Americas. more »

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Written by: GARY DALY, GARY ANTHONY JOHNSON, EDDIE LUNDON

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Black Man Ray" by China Crisis was released in March 1985, marking a significant milestone in the band's career.
Chart Performance
The song is widely regarded as one of the band's most successful hits, it peaked at #14 on the UK Singles Chart and spent 11 weeks on the chart.
Genre Classification
The song is classified in the synth-pop genre, representative of the popular music style of the 80s that used the synthesizer as the dominant instrument.
Album Inclusion
"Black Man Ray" is a track from China Crisis's third studio album, "Flaunt the Imperfection."
Producer
This song, along with the entire "Flaunt the Imperfection" album, was produced by Walter Becker, a member of the American rock band Steely Dan.
Inspirational References
The song title "Black Man Ray" is a reference to Ray Charles, an influential figure in the world of jazz and blues.
Interpretation
The exact meaning of the song is subject to interpretation. Some believe it's about the Cold War, others think it's about struggles faced by 80s youth in England, while some think it's a commentary on the racial challenges of that time period.
Global Influence
Despite being a British band, China Crisis's "Black Man Ray" gained considerable popularity in other countries such as the Philippines, where it's often played on classic hits radio stations.
Versions
A number of versions of "Black Man Ray" exist, including a demo version and 12" mix, showcasing the band's musical versatility.
Legacy
Decades after its release, "Black Man Ray" continues to be one of China Crisis's most-loved and remembered songs, often eliciting nostalgia among 80s music fans.

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