Solsbury Hill
Peter Gabriel
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Climbing up on Solsbury Hill I could see the city light Wind was blowing, time stood still Eagle flew out of the night He was something to observe Came in close, I heard a voice Standing, stretching every nerve I had to listen had no choice I did not believe the information I just had to trust imagination My heart going boom, boom, boom Son, he said, grab your things I've come to take you home To keep in silence I resigned My friends would think I was a nut Turning water into wine Open doors would soon be shut So I went from day to day Though my life was in a rut Till I thought of what I'd say And which connection I should cut I was feeling part of the scenery I walked right out of the machinery My heart going boom, boom, boom Son, he said, grab your things I've come to take you home When illusion spin her net I'm never where I want to be And liberty she pirouette When I think that I am free Watched by empty silhouettes Close their eyes but still can see No one taught them etiquette So I will show another me Today I don't need a replacement I'll tell them what the smile on my face meant My heart going boom, boom, boom Hey, I said, you can keep my things they've come to take me home Come back home Come back home Come back home
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Written by: Peter Gabriel
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12 facts about this song
Creation"Solsbury Hill" is the debut single by British singer-songwriter Peter Gabriel. He wrote the song shortly after leaving the progressive rock band Genesis, of which he was the lead vocalist.
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Album AppearanceThe song is included in Peter Gabriel's self-titled debut solo album, released in 1977.
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Lyrical Themes"Solsbury Hill" is autobiographically inspired, reflecting Gabriel's emotions after his departure from Genesis. The song expresses purity, insecurity, and transition.
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Song TitleThe title "Solsbury Hill" refers to a location in Somerset, England. The hill is a place of mythological and archaeological interest.
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Music CompositionThe song is known for its unusual, rhythmic 7/4 time signature during the verses. This is atypical in rock music, making "Solsbury Hill" musically distinctive.
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Chart SuccessUpon its release, "Solsbury Hill" reached number 13 on the UK Singles Chart and number 68 on the US Billboard Hot 100. It remains one of Gabriel's most popular songs.
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Music VideoA memorable music video accompanied the song's release, featuring Gabriel on the titular hill. The video represented one of the early instances of music film narrative.
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists have covered "Solsbury Hill," including Erasure, Sarah McLachlan, and Steve Howe, showcasing the song's enduring popularity.
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Movie Soundtracks"Solsbury Hill" appeared in numerous movie soundtracks such as "Vanilla Sky" and "In Good Company."
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Live Performances"Solsbury Hill" is a fan-favorite during Gabriel's concerts. He often encourages audience participation, turning the song into a communal experience.
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Spiritual InterpretationDeeply associated with Gabriel's spiritual awakening, "Solsbury Hill" is often interpreted as his journey towards inner peace and personal growth.
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RecognitionIn 2014, the song was awarded a silver certification by the British Phonographic Industry for sales over 200,000.
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