In Between Days
The Cure
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Yesterday I got so old, I felt like I could die, Yesterday I got so old, It made me want to cry Go on, go on, Just walk away Go on, go on, Your choice is made Go on, go on, And disappear Go on, go on, Away from here And I know I was wrong, When I said it was true, That it couldn't be me, And be her in between, Without you, Without you Yesterday I got so scared, I shivered like a child, Yesterday away from you, It froze me deep inside, Come back, come back, Don't walk away, Come back, come back, Come back today, Come back, come back, Why can't you see Come back, come back, Come back to me, And I know I was wrong, When I said it was true, That it couldn't be me, And be her in between, Without you, Without you Without you Without you Without you Without you Without you Without you
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Written by: Robert James Smith
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22 facts about this song
Creation"In Between Days" was created by The Cure, a British rock band, and it first hit the music scene on July 15, 1985 through the Fiction label in the United Kingdom.
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AlbumThe song is featured on the band's sixth album named "The Head on the Door" which was released in 1985.
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Chart Success"In Between Days" was the group's first single to make the Top 10 in the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number 15.
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LyricsDespite its upbeat tempo, the song's lyrics talk about aging and fear of dying, expressing a sense of vulnerability and despair which contrast with the energetic rhythm.
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Music VideoThe video for "In Between Days" was directed by Tim Pope, who worked extensively with The Cure on their music videos.
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Title ChangeThe song was originally titled "Inbetween Days" on the album, but the space between the words was added when released as a single.
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AccoladesNME magazine placed "In Between Days" at number 18 in their list of the 50 greatest 1980s indie anthems in 2007.
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Other ReleasesThe song has been included on several of The Cure's compilation albums, like "Galore" and "Greatest Hits."
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Cover VersionsSome notable musicians have created cover versions of "In Between Days," including Ben Folds and The Smashing Pumpkins.
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Live Performances"In Between Days" is a favorite among fans and is often included in The Cure's live performances.
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MusicalityReportedly Robert Smith, The Cure’s lead singer, played almost all the instruments on the track, including keyboard and bass, while other band members added drums and saxophone.
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ImpactThe song had a substantial impact on alternative rock and helped the band gain popularity in the U.S. and around the world.
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Song Origin"In Between Days" is a song by the British rock band "The Cure." The band released it as the lead single from their sixth album, titled "The Head on the Door," in July 1985.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was an instant success and charted high in the United Kingdom, peaking at number 15. It also performed well internationally, making it to the Top 20 in countries like Ireland, Australia, and The Netherlands.
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Music VideoAlthough "The Cure" had previously made music videos, this was the first to be directed by Tim Pope. Pope would go on to direct nearly all of the band's future videos. In the video, the band performs while wearing oversized suits, a nod to the film "Stop Making Sense" by "Talking Heads."
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Style and Composition"In Between Days" has been praised for its upbeat tempo and unique sound, which contrasts with the darker themes typically found in "The Cure's" music. It is characterized by an interesting mix of pop and alternative rock elements.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe lyrics, while upbeat and catchy, actually touch on themes of aging and loss, common in Robert Smith's songwriting.
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Album Success"In Between Days" contributed to the success of "The Head on the Door," which itself became a critical and commercial success, pioneering The Cure's entry to the international market.
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Song LegacyDespite being released over three decades ago, "In Between Days" is still one of The Cure's most popular songs and is regularly included in their live sets. It has been covered by a variety of artists across different genres.
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DistinctionThis song is also notable as it marked the first time The Cure broke into the Top 40 of the U.S. Billboard Top Rock Tracks, reaching No. 18.
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In Popular Culture"In Between Days" has been featured in several films and TV shows. Notably, it was played in the closing credits of the film "50/50" and was also used in an episode of the TV show "Stranger Things."
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Retrospective AcclaimIn retrospective reviews, many music critics have hailed "In Between Days" as one of "The Cure's" finest songs. In 2009, the song was rated as the 74th best song of the 1980s by the readers of "Rolling Stone" magazine.
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