Green Grass of Tunnel

Múm

About Green Grass of Tunnel

"Green Grass of Tunnel" is a song by experimental Icelandic musical group múm, released prior to their 2002 album Finally We Are No One as a single. The song was covered by British Sea Power on their 2005 single "It Ended on an Oily Stage". Pitchfork Media listed it 484th on its countdown of the Top 500 tracks of the 2000s.


Year:
2005
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Down from my ceiling 
Drips great noise. 
It drips on my head through a hole in the roof. 

Behind these two hills here 
There's a pool. 

And when I'm swimming in 
through a tunnel 
I shut my eyes. 

Inside their cabin I make sounds 
In through the tubes I send this noise. 

Behind these two hills here 
fall asleep. 
And when I flood in green grass of tunnel... 
It floods back. 

Down from my ceiling 
drips great noise. 

It drips on my head through a hole in the roof. 

Behind these two hills here 
there's a pool. 
And when I'm swimming in 
through a tunnel 
I shut my eyes.

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Múm

múm (Icelandic pronunciation: [muːm]) are an experimental Icelandic musical group whose music is characterized by soft vocals, electronic glitch beats and effects, and a variety of traditional and unconventional instruments. more »

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Written by: GUNNAR OERN TYNES, GYDA VALTYSDOTTIR, KRISTIN ANNA VALTYSDOTTIR, OERVAR THOREYJARSON SMARASON

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15 facts about this song

Origin
"Green Grass of Tunnel" is a track from the Icelandic experimental musical group "Múm".
Album
The song appeared on their second studio album, "Finally We Are No One," released in 2002.
Genres
The song is a blend of multiple genres such as electronica, indie pop, post-rock, and ambient music.
Band Members
At the time of the song's release, Múm was composed of founding members Gunnar Örn Tynes, Örvar Þóreyjarson Smárason, and twin sisters Gyða and Kristín Anna Valtýsdóttir.
Lyrics
Largely clouded in enchanting mystery, the lyrics of "Green Grass of Tunnel" are entirely in English, unlike many of Múm's songs, which are often in their native Icelandic.
Music Video
The music video for the song has a whimsical, dreamy aesthetic, with band members shown dancing and playing in a grassy, outdoor setting, aligning with the song’s title.
Critical Acclaim
The album "Finally We Are No One," including "Green Grass of Tunnel," was well-received by critics and audiences alike, with Pitchfork rating it 7.7 out of 10.
Songwriting
Múm is known for incorporating eclectic instrumentation, and "Green Grass of Tunnel" features an array of sounds including electronic effects, acoustic guitar, accordion, and strings.
Vocals
This song is known for its ethereal, whispery vocals, primarily performed by Gyða and Kristín Anna Valtýsdóttir.
Popularity
"Green Grass of Tunnel" is one of the most streamed songs by Múm on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.
Influence
The song is often cited as a prime example of the band's signature mix of electronic and organic elements, influencing a host of other acts within the comprehensive 'folktronica' genre.
Live Performances
Despite changes in lineup and musical direction over the years, "Green Grass of Tunnel" remains a staple in Múm's live performances.
Charts
Although not a mainstream hit, the song was recognized and esteemed within indie music circles and helped to establish Múm's global reputation.
Song Message
"Green Grass of Tunnel" seems to symbolize a space of imaginative liberation and refuge, a key thematic element across Múm’s music. The lyrics hint at the intersection of reality and dreams, which is a signature motif in Múm's unique, surreal soundscape.
Legacy
Months after its release, "Green Grass of Tunnel" continues to be hailed as a timeless classic in the realm of experimental music, due to its distinctive mix of electronic and acoustic elements.

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