Secretly
Skunk Anansie
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I've been biting my tongue Been so subtly kind I've got to think so selfishly 'Cause you're the face inside of me I've been biding my days, you see Evidently it pays I've been a friend with unbiased views Then secretly lust after you So now you feel lusty, you're bored and bemused You want to do someone else So you should be by yourself Instead of here with me Secretly Trying hard to think pure Bloody hard when I'm raw You're talking out so sexually 'Bout boys & girls & your friggin' dreams Now you feel lusty, you're hot and confused You want to do someone else So you should be by yourself Instead of here with me Secretly So now you've been busted, you're caught feeling used You had to do someone else You shoulda been by yourself You had to do someone else You shoulda been by yourself Instead of here with me Secretly Secretly Secretly
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Written by: DEBORAH ANN DYER, LEN ARRAN
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
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11 facts about this song
Music Genre"Secretly" is a song by British rock band Skunk Anansie. It is categorized into the alternative rock and post-grunge genres.
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AlbumThe song was featured on the band's third studio album, "Post Orgasmic Chill". It was released as the second single from that album in 1999.
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Commercial SuccessWhile it did not manage to enter the UK Singles Chart, "Secretly" performed well in other European countries such as the Netherlands and Italy, where it hit number 16 and 9 respectively.
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Music VideoThe official music video for "Secretly" was released in 1999. Featuring lead singer Skin in a futuristic, minimalistic setting, the video was praised for its innovative concept.
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Movie Feature"Secretly" was included in the soundtrack of the popular 1999 movie "Cruel Intentions". It plays over a scene where Sebastian (Ryan Phillippe) is driving to confess his love to Annette (Reese Witherspoon).
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Song MeaningThe song details a forbidden and secret love affair. Lead singer Skin once described it as "the guilt of secret shames".
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Band Hiatus"Secretly” was one of the last singles released by Skunk Anansie before they disbanded in 2001. However, they reunited in 2009 and have since continued making music.
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Song ReceptionIt received positive reviews from music critics upon its release in 1999 and has often been described as one of Skunk Anansie's most powerful and emotional tracks.
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Live Performances"Secretly" has been a staple in Skunk Anansie's live performances and is often highlighted for its raw emotion and energy.
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Future RemixIn 2021, "Secretly" was remixed and re-released as part of the 25th anniversary of Skunk Anansie's career.
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Cultural ImpactOver time, "Secretly" has become an iconic Skunk Anansie song credited for challenging stereotypes and pushing boundaries, mostly due to the band's unconventional sound and frontwoman Skin's outspoken personality.
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