Tell Me Why
Genesis
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Mothers crying in the street Children dying at their feet, tell me why People starving everywhere There's too much food but none to spare, tell me why Can you see that shaft of sunlight Can you see it in my eyes I can feel the fire that's burning Anger and hope so deep So deep within my heart Before my eyes For some it's too late It seems there's no-one listening People sleeping in the streets No roof above, no food to eat, tell me why See the questions in their eyes Listen to their children's cries, tell me why If there's a God Is he watching Can he give a ray of hope So much pain and so much sorrow Tell me what does he see When he looks at you When he looks at me What would he say It seems there's no-one listening Who would think it still could happen Even in this time and place Politicians, they may save themselves But they won't save their face Just hope against hope It's not too late You say there's nothing you can do Is there one rule for them and one for you Tell me why Listen can you see that shaft of sunlight Can you see it in my eyes I can feel the fire that's burning Anger and hope so deep So deep within my heart Before my eyes For some it's too late It seems there's no-one listening Hurry for me, hurry for me, they cry
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Written by: Anthony George Banks, Phillip David Charles Collins, Michael Rutherford
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13 facts about this song
Band Formation"Tell Me Why" is a song by the British band, Genesis. Genesis formed in 1967 with original members Peter Gabriel, Tony Banks, Mike Rutherford, Anthony Phillips, and Chris Stewart.
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Song ReleaseThe song "Tell Me Why" was part of the band's album "We Can't Dance," which was released in 1991.
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Album SuccessThe album "We Can't Dance" was highly successful and became the band's fifth consecutive No. 1 album in the U.K.
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Song ThemeThe song "Tell Me Why" is a protest song, exploring themes of inequality and injustice in the world.
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Style ShiftThe song marks a stylistic shift in the band's work, moving away from the prog rock of their early years towards a more pop and adult contemporary oriented sound.
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Member ContributionThe song was written by band members Tony Banks, Phil Collins, and Mike Rutherford.
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Role of Lead SingerAt the time the song was written and recorded, Phil Collins, the band's drummer, had stepped into the role of lead singer following the departure of Peter Gabriel.
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Live PerformancesDuring live performances of "Tell Me Why," images of war-ravaged countries would often be projected in order to emphasize the song's political message.
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Song LengthThe song "Tell Me Why" has a duration of 4 minutes and 58 seconds.
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Album Track Position"Tell Me Why" is the seventh track on "We Can't Dance" album.
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Charitable CauseCopies of the album "We Can't Dance," which includes "Tell Me Why," raised money for the charity Topsy Foundation in 2005. The foundation provides aid for people living with both HIV and tuberculosis in rural South Africa.
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Unique SoundThis song is also often recognized for its effective use of syncopated beats, giving it a distinctive rhythm.
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Album Recognition'We Can't Dance' is the last studio album that features Phil Collins. It received a 4x Platinum certification by RIAA.
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