The Final Countdown
Europe
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We're leaving together But still it's farewell And maybe we'll come back, To earth, who can tell? I guess there is no one to blame We're leaving ground (leaving ground) Will things ever be the same again? It's the final countdown. The final countdown. Oh, we're heading for Venus (Venus) And still we stand tall Cause maybe they've seen us And welcome us all, yeah With so many light years to go And things to be found (to be found) I'm sure that we'll all miss her so It's the final countdown. The final countdown. The final countdown (final countdown). Oh, oh The final countdown. Oh, it's the final countdown. The final countdown. The final countdown. (final countdown) Oh, it's the final countdown We're leaving together The final countdown We'll all miss her so It's the final countdown (final countdown) Oh, it's the final countdown
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Written by: Joey Tempest
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"The Final Countdown" was released in the year 1986 on the album of the same name.
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Chart PerformanceEven after more than three decades since its release, the song remains a cult classic and topped the charts in 25 countries at its peak.
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Album's PopularityThe song greatly contributed to the widespread commercial success to the album, and the album itself became one of the most successful ones by the Swedish rock band "Europe."
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InspirationThe song was supposedly inspired by David Bowie's "Space Oddity." Europe's lead vocalist Joey Tempest has often cited Bowie as an influence.
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Usage in Pop CultureThe Final Countdown has often been used as pump-up music in sports arenas around the globe, particularly when counting down the final moments of a game.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, the song has been covered by numerous bands and artists, ensuring its continued popularity.
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Commercial UsageThe song's iconic instrumental opening has been used in a number of commercials, helping the song have a significant impact culturally.
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Soundtrack AppearanceThe song was famously used in the soundtrack of the comedy film "Hot Tub Time Machine."
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Live PerformancesAs of 2020, Europe continues to perform "The Final Countdown" as their signature song in live concerts, with it often being the final song of the set.
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SongmeaningThe song is often associated with New Year's Eve celebrations, due to its title's similarity to the concept of counting down to the New Year. However, it was originally written to reflect on the state of the world with the potential threat of nuclear war.
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