Ghosts
Japan
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When the room is quiet The daylight almost gone It seems there's something I should know Well I ought to leave but the rain it never stops And I've no particular place to go Just when I think I'm winning When I've broken every door The ghosts of my life blow wilder than before Just when I thought I could not be stopped When my chance came to be king The ghosts of my life blew wilder than the wind Well I'm feeling nervous Now I find myself alone The simple life's no longer there Once I was so sure Now the doubt inside my mind Comes and goes but leads nowhere Just when I think I'm winning When I've broken every door The ghosts of my life blow wilder than before Just when I thought I could not be stopped When my chance came to be king The ghosts of my life blew wilder than the wind
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Written by: RANDY NEWMAN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Ghosts" by Japan is generally classified as synthpop and new wave, genres that are noted for their emphasis on the synth and electronic production.
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Chart PerformanceThe single peaked at number 5 on the UK Singles Chart in April 1982, making it the highest-charting single by the band in their home country.
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Album Inclusion"Ghosts" was included on the band's fifth and final studio album, "Tin Drum," which was released in 1981.
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Notable SoundThe song is known for its minimalist design and stark, electronic sound. This was quite innovative for its time, leading to the song's significant impact on the electronic music genre.
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Band's BreakupDespite the song's success, Japan announced their breakup in late 1982. This means "Ghosts" was one of the last songs they released as a band.
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Influences"Ghosts" was heavily influenced by the oriental stylings that vocalist David Sylvian was leaning towards during the later period of the band's existence.
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Experimental CompositionThe song is largely rhythmless, consisting only of a synth line and Sylvian's vocal. This gives it a haunting, spectral quality that fits with its title.
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Unique LyricismThe lyrics of "Ghosts" deal with psychological and emotional themes such as anxiety, sadness, and inner turmoil, which was quite different from the topics typically addressed in popular music at the time.
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Song's Resurgence"Ghosts'" popularity resurged when it was included on the life stories of biographer Paul Morley's book about the band titled "The Age of Bowie".
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by multiple artists, including folk musician Martin Carthy and 1980s pop duo Fiat Lux, indicating its enduring appeal and impact on the music scene.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Ghosts" was directed by Anton Corbijn, a prominent Dutch photographer and film director, known for his work with bands like Depeche Mode and U2. This collaboration added meaningful depth to the song's visual interpretation.
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Commercial UsageIn recent years, "Ghosts" has found renewed popularity due to its use in commercials and television programmes, highlighting the track's timeless appeal.
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