Suburbia
Pet Shop Boys
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Suburbia, where the suburbs met Utopia (Where the suburbs met Utopia) Lost in the high street, where the dogs run Roaming suburban boys Mother's got a hairdo to be done She says they're too old for toys Stood by the bus stop with a felt pen In this suburban hell And in the distance a police car To break the suburban spell Let's take a ride, and run with the dogs tonight In Suburbia You can't hide, run with the dogs tonight In Suburbia Break a window by the town hall Listen, the siren screams There in the distance, like a roll call Of all the suburban dreams Let's take a ride, and run with the dogs tonight In Suburbia You can't hide, run with the dogs tonight In Suburbia I only wanted something else to do but hang around I only wanted something else to do but hang around (Hang around, hang around) It's on the front page of the papers This is their hour of need Where's a policeman when you need one To blame the colour TV? Let's take a ride, and run with the dogs tonight In Suburbia You can't hide, run with the dogs tonight In Suburbia In Suburbia In Suburbia Run with the dogs tonight You can't hide Run with the dogs tonight You can't hide (You can't hide, you can't hide) In Suburbia (Suburbia, where the suburbs met Utopia) (What kind of dream was this, so easy to destroy?) (A world together, the cities of the past) (Mews, slums of the future) (Suburbia, where the suburbs met Utopia) (Suburbia, where the suburbs met Utopia) (Where the suburbs met Utopia)
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Written by: BUTCH WALKER
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Suburbia" is a song by the UK synth-pop duo Pet Shop Boys. It was first released on their debut album, "Please," in March 1986, followed by a re-recorded version released as a single in September 1986.
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InspirationThe song was inspired by the film "Suburbia," directed by Penelope Spheeris. The film depicts the life of disillusioned youth in the suburban areas of Los Angeles, which resonated with the duo.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics of "Suburbia" portray a grim view of suburban life, focusing on themes of violence, boredom, social unrest, and the suffocating banality of everyday suburban existence.
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Music VideoThe music video was directed by Eric Watson and it depicts the duo in a suburban setting, surrounded by scenes of civil unrest and violence.
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Chart PerformanceIn the UK, "Suburbia" peaked at number 8 on the Singles Chart, while it reached number 1 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart in the United States.
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Album Sales"Please," the debut album featuring "Suburbia," was a commercial success, selling more than 3 million copies worldwide.
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Remixes"Suburbia" was remixed and re-released several times over the years, which shows the song's enduring popularity.
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Unique InstrumentationThe song incorporates samples of breaking glass and barking dogs to symbolize the violence and disorder of suburban life.
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Live Performances"Suburbia" is a staple in Pet Shop Boys' live performances and has been performed on almost all of their tours since its release.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by many artists in a variety of styles, including versions by indie band Arcade Fire and synth pop act Marsheaux.
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Bonus TrackA remixed version of "Suburbia" by the Full Horror, was a bonus track on the 12-inch version of the single.
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Critically AcclaimedThe song has been well-received by music critics for its social commentary and innovative blend of electronic music and pop sensibilities.
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