Concertina

Tori Amos

About Concertina

"Concertina" is a song written and performed by American singer/songwriter Tori Amos, released as the fourth and last single from her 1999 album To Venus and Back. The commercial CD single was released in February 2000.


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Clouds descending 
I'm not policing 
What you think and dream 
I run into your thought from 
Across the room 
Just another trick can I 
Weather this 
I've got a fever above my waist 
You got a squeeze box on your knee 
I know the truth is in between the 
First and the fortieth drink 
Concertina concertina a chill that bends 
This I swear you're the fiercest calm 
I've been in the soul quake 
Happened here in a glass world 
Particle by particle she slowly changes 
She likes hanging chinese paper cuts just 
Another fix 
Can I weather this 
I got my fuzz all tipped to play 
I got a dub on your landscape 
Then there's your policy of trancing 
The sauce without the blame too far 
Too far too far it could all get way too cheerful 
Concertina I know the truth lies in 
Between the first and fortieth drink 
Clouds descending

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Tori Amos

Tori Amos (born Myra Ellen Amos; August 22, 1963) is an American pianist, singer-songwriter and composer. She is a classically trained musician and possesses a mezzo-soprano vocal range. Amos originally served as the lead singer of 1980s synthpop group Y Kant Tori Read, and as a solo artist was at the forefront of a number of female singer-songwriters in the early 1990s. She was also noteworthy early in her solo career as one of the few alternative rock performers to use a piano as her primary instrument. Some of her charting singles include "Crucify", "Silent All These Years", "God", "Cornflake Girl", "Caught a Lite Sneeze", "Professional Widow", "Spark", "1000 Oceans", and "A Sorta Fairytale", her most commercially successful single in the U.S. to date. more »

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Written by: TORI ELLEN AMOS

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10 facts about this song

Background
"Concertina" is a song by American singer-songwriter, Tori Amos. It was featured on her 5th studio album, "To Venus and Back," which was released in 1999.
Album Theme
Amos’s album "To Venus and Back" significantly features electronic and experimental music, and "Concertina” is a distinguished track that represents the album's theme.
Song's Composition
The song uses the instrument concertina, an instrument similar to a small accordion, which is responsible for the title of the track.
Lyrics
In "Concertina," Tori Amos explores themes of internal conflict, self-reflection and the human struggle to seek inner peace. She uses poetic lyrics to convey these themes.
Video
The music video for "Concertina" features Amos navigating through a labyrinth with various obstacles which visually represents the internal conflict and struggle depicted in the song.
Production
Amos co-produced "Concertina" with Marcel Van Limbeek and Mark Hawley. This partnership led to a song that perfectly balanced electronic experimentation and haunting lyricism.
Song's Reception
Although it was not released as a single, "Concertina" received high praise from fans and music critics alike for its unique blend of electronic music and introspective lyrics.
Live Performances
"Concertina" is frequently featured in Amos' live performances where she usually plays it on a Bosendorfer piano which adds to the dramatic and emotional connection for the audience.
Variants
There's a slightly different version of "Concertina" called the "single mix," which was released on a promotional 12" in the US.
Impact
Even two decades after its release, "Concertina's" resonance remains, demonstrating Tori Amos's timeless talent and unique style. For many fans, the song continues to be a firm favorite, showcasing her ability to weave together intricate storytelling, strong emotional resonance, and inventive musicality.

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