Sign Your Name

Terence Trent D'Arby

About Sign Your Name

"Sign Your Name" is a song written and performed by Terence Trent D'Arby (now known as Sananda Maitreya), released as a single in December 1987. Released on his 1987 album Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D'Arby, it was an international success, reaching number two on the UK Singles Chart in early 1988 and number four on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song was remixed by Lee "Scratch" Perry for some European releases. The music video was directed by Vaughan Arnell and was premiered in January 1988.  


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Fortunately you have got
Someone who relies on you
We started out as friends
But the thought of you just caves me in
the symptoms are so deep
It is much too late to turn away
We started out as friends

Sign you name
Across my heart
I want you to be my baby
Sign your name
Across my heart
I want you to be my lady

Time I'm sure will bring
Disappointments in so many things
It seems to be the way
When your gambling cards on love you play
I'd rather be in hell with you baby
Than in cool heaven
It seems to be the way

Sign your name
Across my heart
I want you to be my baby
Sign your name
Across my heart
I want you to be my lady

Birds never look into the sun
Before the day is done
But oh the light shines brighter
On a peaceful day
Stranger blue leave us alone
We don't want to deal with you
We'll shed our stains showering
In the room that makes the rain

All alone with you
Makes the butterflies in me arise
Slowly we make love
And the earth rotates
To our dictates
Slowly we make love

Sign your name
Across my heart
I want you to be my baby
Sign your name

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Terence Trent D'Arby

Sananda Francesco Maitreya (born Terence Trent Howard in Manhattan, New York, New York on March 15, 1962), better known by his former stage name Terence Trent D'Arby, is an American singer-songwriter who came to fame with his album Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D'Arby, released in July 1987, which included the singles "Wishing Well" and "Sign Your Name". The album has sold over 14 million copies. more »

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Written by: Terence Trent D'Arby

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12 facts about this song

Release Details
"Sign Your Name" by Terrence Trent D'Arby was released in the United Kingdom in November 1987 and in the United States in January 1988.
Album Information
The song comes from the debut studio album of Terrence Trent D'Arby titled "Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D'Arby."
Chart Performance
"Sign Your Name" performed quite impressively. It reached number two in the UK Singles Chart and number four on the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S.
Genre Classification
"Sign Your Name" falls primarily under the genre of R&B, but also incorporates elements of pop and soul music.
Song Writing
The song was written solely by Terrence Trent D'Arby.
Notable Recognition
"Sign Your Name" has been recognized as one of the standout tracks from the album "Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D'Arby."
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered "Sign Your Name", including Sheryl Crow in 2010 for her album "100 Miles from Memphis."
Impact on D'Arby's Career
The success of "Sign Your Name" helped established Terrence Trent D'Arby's name in the music industry and is one of his most recognized songs.
Music Video
The music video of "Sign Your Name" was influenced by film noir and surrealism, which makes it stand out among other music videos from the 1980s.
Awards/Nominations
While "Sign Your Name" did not directly earn any awards, the album it was featured on won a Grammy for Best R&B Vocal Performance, Male.
Unique Sound
The song is known for its unique mix of funk, soul, pop, and rock rhythms and shows D'Arby's versatile songwriting abilities.
Continued Popularity
Even decades after its release, "Sign Your Name" continues to enjoy airplay and is a favorite among fans of 80s R&B/pop music.

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