Getaway
Texas
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Just stop you know you cant deny Just stop you know there's no reply I've had it all don't say that Just stop and tell me its good bye Don't you understand What I'm saying We never gave ourselves the chance You know I've got to get away Run, leave you behind The world goes slowly So sad to leave this time The ring you were holding Has hit the floor And I cant live in this house with you no more This time I know you'll hesitate Deep down you hope its not too late You said it all except good bye I think its time that you should try Don't you understand What I'm saying We never gave ourselves the chance You know I've got to get away Run, leave you behind The world goes slowly So sad to leave this time The ring you were holding Has hit the floor And I cant live in this house with you no more Because I know I still loved you And I cant stay another day Get away You know I've got to get away Get away You know I've got to get away You know I've got to get away Run, leave you behind The world goes slowly So sad to leave this time The ring you were holding Has hit the floor And I cant live in this house with you no more
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Written by: ROBERT HODGENS, JOHN MCELHONE, SHARLEEN SPITERI
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12 facts about this song
Album Release"Getaway" by Texas was released as part of the album "The Red Book" in 2005.
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Chart RankingThe song peaked at number 6 in the UK Singles Chart.
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GenreThe song falls under the genre of indie rock, alternative rock, and pop rock.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Getaway" features actress Patsy Kensit, who was a close friend of Sharleen Spiteri, the lead singer of Texas.
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Single Release"Getaway" was the lead single from the album "The Red Book"
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Song WritersThe song was written by band members Sharleen Spiteri and Johnny McElhone.
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CertificationThis song helped "The Red Book" album reach Gold status in the UK.
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Acoustic VersionAn acoustic version of "Getaway" was included on the "XX" 25th anniversary release.
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Popularity"Getaway" remains one of the band's most popular and frequently played songs on their live sets.
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Critical AcclaimThe song received positive reviews from music critics, praising its melody and Spiteri's vocal performance.
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Album Success"Getaway" contributed to "The Red Book" being the band's third album to reach the top 5 in the UK.
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Band's ReunionThe release of "Getaway" marked the band's return to the music scene after a hiatus.
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