Blind

Talking Heads

About Blind

"Blind" is a song by American rock band Talking Heads. It was written by David Byrne, the band's lead singer and guitarist, and produced by Steve Lillywhite with the rest of the band. The track is on the band's eighth and final studio album, Naked. The track was released as a single with the B-side "Bill", which was not available on the original vinyl album but was released on the compact disc and cassette.


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Signs, signs are lost
Signs disappeared
Turn invisible
Got no sign
Somebody got busted
Got a face of stone and a
Ghostwritten biography

Dogs started rushin' in
Hungry for some food
Dogs started twitching and they're looking at you

It was light by five
Torn all apart
All in the name of democracy
He's hurt, he's dying
Claimed he was a terrorist
Claimed to avert a catastrophe

Someone should've told him
That the buck stops here
No one ever said
He was involved with thieves

They're blind, blind
Blind, blind, blind, blind, blind
Blind, blind
Blind, blind, blind, blind, blind

No sense of harmony, no sense of time
Don't mention harmony
Say "what is it? What is it? What is it?"
Give a little shock, and he raises his hand
Somebody shouts out, says
"What is it? What is it? What is it?"

He was shot down in the night!
People ride by but his body's still alive
The girl in the window, what has she done?
She looks down at me and says "I don't wanna die!"

And I'm blind, blind
Blind, blind, blind, blind, blind
Blind, blind
Blind, blind, blind, blind, blind

Somebody could have told us where they go
Crawling all around looking for foot, foot, footprints
Now tell me what the hell have we become?
Some dirty little bastards, what the hell is going on?

No sense of harmony, no sense of time
Don't mention harmony
Say "What is it? What is it? What is it?"
Give a little shock, and he raises his hand
Somebody shouts out
Says "What is it? What is it? What is it?"

He was shot down in the night
People ride by but his body's still alive
Girl in the window what has she done?
She looks down at me and says "I don't want to die!"

An' it's blind and they're blind
Blind, blind, blind, blind, blind
Blind, blind
Blind, blind, blind, blind, blind

Blind, blind
Blind, blind, blind, blind, blind
And I'm blind, blind
Blind, blind, blind, blind, blind

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Talking Heads

Talking Heads was an American New Wave and avant-garde band formed in 1975 in New York City and active until 1991. The band comprised David Byrne (vocals and guitar), Chris Frantz (drums), Tina Weymouth (bass) and Jerry Harrison (keyboards and guitar). Auxiliary musicians also regularly made appearances in concert and on the group's albums. The New Wave style of Talking Heads combined elements of punk, art rock, avant-garde, pop, funk, world music, and Americana. Frontman and songwriter David Byrne contributed whimsical, esoteric lyrics to the band's songs, and emphasized their showmanship through various multimedia projects and performances. more »

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Written by: CHRIS FRANTZ, DAVID BYRNE, JERRY HARRISON, TINA WEYMOUTH

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8 facts about this song

Album
"Blind" is a song recorded by American new wave band Talking Heads. It appears on their eighth studio album "Naked" which was released in 1988.
Music Video
The music video of "Blind" was directed by American artist Robert Longo. It humorously depicts a corrupt, dictatorial President who brings destruction instead of leadership.
Chart Performance
The song was quite successful on the charts. It managed to reach number two on the US Billboard Dance Club Songs chart and number 23 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart.
Style and Theme
In traditional Talking Heads style, the song merges elements of punk, funk, and world music, while the lyrics are about the dangers of charismatic leaders who care more for power than for the people they lead.
Lead Vocal
As usual with the band's discography, the lead vocal on "Blind" is provided by Talking Heads' frontman and principal songwriter David Byrne.
Last Hit Single
"Blind" was one of the last hit singles for Talking Heads before they disbanded in 1991, leaving a lasting legacy in the new wave genre.
Critics' Response
Critics generally praised the song for its socially-conscious lyrics and blend of diverse musical styles, reflective of the inventive spirit Talking Heads brought to much of their work.
Production
Like the rest of the album, "Blind" was produced by Steve Lillywhite, a highly respected producer known for his work with artists like U2 and The Rolling Stones.

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