Silent Shout
The Knife
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Never knew this could happen to me I know now fragility I know there's people who I haven't told I know of people who are getting old Wish I could speak in just one sweep What you are and what you mean to me Instead I mumble randomly You stand by and enlighten me In a dream I lost my teeth again Calling me woman and half man Yes in a dream all my teeth fell out A cracked smile and a silent shout A cracked smile and a silent shout If I explain it once thoroughly He'll have you later 'cause it's never free You were at the gigantic spree I caught a glimpse now it haunts me I caught a glimpse now it haunts me
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Written by: KARIN ELIZABETH DREIJER ANDERSSON, OLOF BJORN DREIJER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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13 facts about this song
Song Composition"Silight got a unique sound due to the use of electronic synths to create a dark, hypnotic dance beat.
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Album PerformanceThe album, also named "Silent Shout," where the song is featured, peaked at number one on the Swedish Albums Chart.
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Collection"Silent Shout" is part of The Knife's third studio album, released in February 2006.
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GenreThe song belongs to the genre of Synth-pop, New wave, and Electronica, showing The Knife's forward-thinking approach to music.
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Music StyleMusically, the song reflects the duo's shift from the more pop-inclined bright sounds of their earlier work to darker, denser, and more experimental themes.
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ReceptionPitchfork Media ranked "Silent Shout" as the top song in its list of The Top 500 Tracks of the 2000s.
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Song MeaningMany music critics and fans interpret the song as dealing with topics of intense existential dread and the human subconscious.
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InfluenceThe song has had an influence on several other artists and synth-pop music.
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Artists"Silent Shout" was performed by The Knife, a Swedish electronic music duo consisting of siblings Karin and Olof Dreijer.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song is noted for its abstract animation and unique visual style, which matches the dark and hypnotic atmosphere of the song itself.
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Live PerformancesDuring live performances, the duo used masks and heavy use of visuals and lights to add to the song's enigmatic and captivating quality.
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AwardsIn 2007, the album won a Swedish Grammy for best Dance album.
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Symbols and InterpretationsFor many, the song is symbolic of inner battles and a fight against oneself, as reflected in the intense, conflicting sounds and distorted vocals.
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