Laid So Low
Tears for Fears
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Chewed the bone down too low Got fed on tea and sympathy Blew the sail like the wind I wish you were my enemy I was humble for you What a fool I've been to have Laid so low for so long Into that void of silence Where we cry without sound Where tears roll down Where tears roll down And where your mother's violence Sent your soul underground Where tears roll down Where tears roll down Drew the blade way too slow Was shackled by your honesty Made a mess, I guess I have should have known That life was lust and liberty Not a chance mutation or the last temptation Laid so low for so long, so low Into that void of silence Where we cry without sound Where tears roll down Where tears roll down And where your mother's violence Sent your soul underground Where tears roll down Where tears roll down
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Written by: DAVE BASCOMBE, ROLAND ORZABAL
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Recording Information"Laid So Low (Tears Roll Down)" by Tears for Fears was recorded in 1992.
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Album InclusionIt appears on the band's Greatest Hits collection called "Tears Roll Down (Greatest Hits 82–92)".
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Replacement SongThe track was specifically recorded for the collection as a replacement for the band’s cover of Robert Wyatt’s "Sea Song".
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PopularityDespite being a 'new' track on a collection of the band’s established hits, “Laid So Low (Tears Roll Down)” went on to become one of Tears for Fears' most successful singles.
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Chart PerformanceIt reached number 17 in the UK Singles Chart and number 7 in the Italian charts.
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Instrumental AspectsThe song is laden with the heavy use of melodica, especially in its intro, a first for the band.
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Video AppearanceA music video was produced for the song and is included on the Tears Roll Down (Greatest Hits 82–92) home video release.
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Track VariationsThere are two versions of this song; the "Tears Roll Down" LP version which lasts for about 5:38 minutes and the ‘single edit' version which takes approximately 4:38 minutes.
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Meaning of the SongThe lyrics are a reflection of a state of loss and confusion; however, the overall meaning is open to interpretation.
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Live PerformancesTears for Fears has frequently performed “Laid So Low (Tears Roll Down)” in their live concerts, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
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