Happy House
Siouxsie and the Banshees
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This is the happy house-we're happy here in the happy house oh it's such fun We've come to play in the happy house And waste a day in the happy house-it never rains We've come to scream in the happy house We're in a dream in the happy house We're all quite sane This is the happy house-we're happy here There's room for you if you say "I do" But don't say no or you'll have to go We've done no wrong with our blinkers on It's safe and calm if you sing along This is the happy house-we're happy here in the happy house. To forget ourselves-and pretend all's well There is no hell.
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Written by: SIOUXSIE SIOUX, STEVEN SEVERIN
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, BMG Rights Management
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11 facts about this song
Song Formation"Happy House" is a 1980 single by British Rock band Siouxsie and the Banshees.
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Band MembersAt the time of the song's release, the band consisted of Siouxsie Sioux as the lead vocalist, Steven Severin playing the bass, Budgie on the drums, and John McGeoch as the guitarist.
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Album InclusionThe song featured as the opening track on the band's third album "Kaleidoscope."
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Chart SuccessUpon its release, "Happy House" reached No. 17 on the UK Singles Chart, marking it as one of the band's successful releases.
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Song MeaningThe song is a satirical piece where 'The Happy House' represents a mental institution and 'happy' in reality portrays a tense and grim condition.
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Musical Style"Happy House" reflects the band's shift toward a cleaner, more accessible sound after the punk era, illustrating post-punk and new-wave influences.
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Song’s CoverThe song was covered by The Knife, a Swedish electronic duo, and featured on their self-titled album.
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Promo VideoThe unique promotional video of "Happy House" where the band was seen performing in a house full of oddities was directed by Julian Temple who later directed several Sex Pistols and David Bowie videos.
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New Drummer"Happy House" was the first single to feature Budgie as the band's new drummer after Kenny Morris had left during the tour for their previous album "Join Hands".
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InstrumentationMcGeoch's guitar playing on "Happy House" became particularly influential for creating a tune that was both atmospheric and angular. His precision and creativity significantly contributed to the song's uniqueness.
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ReceptionDespite its satirical and indirect criticism of societal norms and conventions, "Happy House" was well-received by critics and listeners alike for its distinctive sound and innovative approach.
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