Shandi

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About Shandi

"Shandi" is a hit single by American hard rock band Kiss. Released on their 1980 album, Unmasked, the song was popular in Australia, where it reached number five on the Australian charts. The song would prove to be a hit in other countries as well, making the top ten in three other countries. Shandi peaked at number 47 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 Chart. Written by vocalist/guitarist Paul Stanley and producer Vini Poncia, the song was inspired by the Hollies cover of the Bruce Springsteen song "4th of July, Asbury Park (Sandy)". The song is performed solo by Paul Stanley on guitar when the band is touring in Australia and New Zealand. The song was also played by Kiss with the Melbourne Symphony Ensemble for the Kiss Symphony: Alive IV performance and subsequent album in 2003. 


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2003
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I just can't pretend no more
I keep runnin' out of lies
Lovin' you is killin' me inside

Every time I find the words to end it
something in your eyes won't let it

Shandi, tonight must last us forever
Forever we say goodnight and go home
But you know me very well, and I know you
You can't tell me goodnight (say goodnight)

We been holding on so tight
we're afraid to let it go
Shake it loose, we both could use the ride

Here's another mess I got myself in
and when you touch me you ain't helpin'

Shandi, tonight must last us forever
Forever we say goodnight and go home
But you know me very well, and I know you
You can't tell me goodnight (say goodnight)

Say goodnight when we should say goodbye (say goodbye)

(Shandi, Shandi) Tonight must last us forever and ever
Forever we say goodnight and go home
Shandi, Shandi, tonight must last us forever

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Kiss

A kiss is the act of pressing one's lips against the lips or other body parts of another person or of an object. Cultural connotations of kissing vary widely. Depending on the culture and context, a kiss can express sentiments of love, passion, affection, respect, greeting, friendship and good luck, among many others. In some situations a kiss is a ritual, formal or symbolic gesture indicating devotion, respect or greeting, as in the case of spouses kissing at the conclusion of a wedding ceremony or national leaders kissing each other in greeting, and in many other situations. more »

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Written by: PAUL STANLEY, VINI PONCIA

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13 facts about this song

Album Release
"Shandi" is a song from the band Kiss's 1980 album "Unmasked".
Song Ranking
Upon release, the song became a popular hit, reaching number 5 in Australia and number 47 in the US Billboard Hot 100.
Song Inspiration
The song was reportedly inspired by the band's previous ballad successes like "Beth" and "Hard Luck Woman".
Song Composition
Paul Stanley and Vini Poncia are the credited songwriters for "Shandi."
Unusual Instrumentation
Unlike most Kiss songs which are predominantly rock, "Shandi" features an acoustic guitar.
Band Members' Participation
Ace Frehley, the band's lead guitarist, doesn't play on the track. It’s Paul Stanley on both bass and guitar and Anton Fig on drums.
High Popularity in Australia
The song is exceptionally beloved in Australia to the point that when Kiss performed in Sydney in 2001 the crowd sang "Shandi" from start to finish while the band simply assisted.
Music Video
The music video for "Shandi," shot on June 20, 1980, was the last time the original lineup of Kiss appeared together in their signature makeup for a period of 13 years.
Recognition for Peter Criss
Although Peter Criss appears in the music video for "Shandi," he had already decided to leave the band and did not actually play on the track.
Different Interpretations
The lyrics of "Shandi" are open to interpretation, and the meaning behind the song has been widely debated among Kiss fans. Some interpret it as a love song, while others see it as a song about parting ways.
Cover Versions
The Finnish band HIM has released a cover version of "Shandi."
Emotional Song
Paul Stanley, the band's co-lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist, once commented that "Shandi" is one of the song's he is most proud to have written.
Live Debut
The song was performed live for the first time in July 1980 in Auckland, New Zealand during their Unmasked Tour.

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