No More Blue Horizons
China Crisis
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Fool, fool, fool That's what I am Because I close my eyes To everything I can I open up my arms I open up my loving arms You kill me with your charms And it happens all the time Time and time again Can't hide this pain I lie awake at night And hear you call his name
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Written by: DAVID THOMAS REILLY, EDDIE LUNDON, GARY DALY
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10 facts about this song
Band Origins"No More Blue Horizons" is a song by the synth-pop band China Crisis. The band was formed in 1979 in Kirkby, England, near Liverpool. The original band members consisted of Gary Daly and Eddie Lundon.
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Album ContextThis track is part of the band's second studio album, "Working with Fire and Steel – Possible Pop Songs Volume Two." The album was released in 1983 and became a significant success in the United Kingdom, peaking at number 20 on the UK Albums Chart.
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Musical StyleChina Crisis was known for their distinctive style that combined elements of pop, new wave, and art rock. "No More Blue Horizons" showcases this unique blend with its melodic synth lines and emotionally evocative lyrics.
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Key ThemesThe song discusses themes of lost innocence, longing, and isolation. It uses the metaphor of "blue horizons" to symbolize hope and opportunity, telling a story of dreams unfulfilled.
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Critical ReceptionAlthough not as commercially influential as other tracks on the album like "Wishful Thinking" and "Working with Fire and Steel", "No More Blue Horizons" has received praise from fans and critics alike for its memorable melody and deep lyrical themes.
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Live PerformancesThe song is regularly included in the band's live performances and has become one of their trademark songs.
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Band InfluenceChina Crisis was one of the key bands to emerge from the early 1980s synth-pop scene in the UK. They were known for their thoughtful lyrics and innovative use of electronic instruments, and "No More Blue Horizons" personifies these aspects of their music.
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Artistic Progression"No More Blue Horizons" and the album it comes from represent a formative period for China Crisis, with the band's music becoming progressively more complex and expansive, moving beyond the more purely pop sound of their debut, "Difficult Shapes & Passive Rhythms, Some People Think It's Fun to Entertain."
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LongevityDespite being released over three decades ago, "No More Blue Horizons" continues to fascinate listeners, displaying the timeless appeal of China Crisis' music.
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Iconic LineOne of the most famous lines from the song is "I'll drown my beliefs, to have your babies," which exemplifies the longing and desperation encapsulated in the lyrics.
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