Real World

Queensrÿche

About Real World

"Real World" is a song co-written and performed by American band Queensrÿche and orchestral composer Michael Kamen that was contributed to the action film Last Action Hero in 1993 and was recorded during the sessions for the band's 1994 album Promised Land and would surface on the 2003 remastered CD of Promised Land. The band also released the song as part of their 2007 compilation album Sign of the Times.


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Strange, the view from here
Words we spoke, forgotten at the time
Now replay in my mind
What went wrong, what was right
Looking back, I never was there for you
You didn't say, but I know it's true

I can't find the real world alone
Every time I think I've won
I hear your voice inside, questioning
Where have you gone
Can't you remember feeling so alone
You always had the answer that I could not see

I can't find the real world
I can't find the real world
I can't find the real world alone
I can't find the real world
I can't find the real world
I can't find the real world alone

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Queensrÿche

Queensrÿche ( /ˈkwiːnzraɪk/) is an American progressive heavy metal band formed in 1981 in Bellevue, Washington. The band has released eleven studio albums and several EPs and DVDs and continues to tour and record. The original lineup consisted of vocalist Geoff Tate, guitarist Chris DeGarmo, guitarist Michael Wilton, bassist Eddie Jackson and drummer Scott Rockenfield. Queensrÿche has been successful in the progressive scene, having sold over 20 million albums worldwide including over 6 million albums in the United States. The band received worldwide acclaim after the release of their 1988 album Operation: Mindcrime, which is often considered one of the greatest "concept albums" of all time. Their follow-up release, Empire was also very successful. more »

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Written by: KAMEN, QUEENSRYCHE

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10 facts about this song

Band History
“Real World” is a song by American progressive heavy metal band Queensrÿche, formed in Bellevue, Washington in 1980.
Album Release
The song was released in 1993 on the soundtrack of the movie "Last Action Hero."
Genre
Queensrÿche, known for their progressive metal sound, combined elements of both heavy metal and progressive rock in “Real World.”
Movie Involvement
Not featured on any of Queensrÿche's studio albums, "Real World" was specifically recorded for Arnold Schwarzenegger's "Last Action Hero."
Band Members
During the recording of "Real World," Queensrÿche consisted of Geoff Tate, Chris DeGarmo, Michael Wilton, Eddie Jackson, and Scott Rockenfield.
Song Theme
The lyrics of "Real World" touch on themes of disillusionment and reality vs. fantasy, fitting the narrative of the movie for which it was made.
Successful Collaboration
Despite the movie "Last Action Hero" being a commercial failure, the soundtrack, including Queensrÿche's "Real World," was well-received by critics and fans alike.
Composition
DeGarmo, who served as one of the main songwriters for Queensrÿche, also played a prominent role in writing "Real World."
Band Recognition
Known for their concept albums and deep thematic works, "Real World" is characteristic of Queensrÿche's sophisticated lyrical approach.
Evolution of Sound
“Real World” showcases Queensrÿche’s evolving sound in the 1990s, with a softer, more melodic style compared to their earlier, heavier works.

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