Visions in Blue

Ultravox

About Visions in Blue

"Visions in Blue" is Ultravox's third single from the Quartet album, recorded in Air Studios, London and released on Chrysalis Records on 11 March 1983. The single peaked at #15 in the UK charts on 26 March. A video was produced, but was banned by the BBC and MTV due to brief nudity; an edited version was later provided for broadcast on Top of the Pops. The track also appears in live form on the CD version of Ultravox's 1983 in-concert album, Monument. The 12" version of "Visions in Blue" also contains an edited version of the same Monument performance of "Reap the Wild Wind".  


Year:
1984
4:15
67 
#1

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Face in the window in the night
Caught for a second by the light
Ashes of memories still aglow
Only for you
Portraits and pictures you once saw
Visions in blue
Read while the letters still remain
Sip from the wine of youth again
Oaths made in silence still return
Only for you
Cast like a shroud you're clutching on
Visions in blue
Catch aimless smiles from passers by
Blistered and broken in reply
Breath seems to mist the hazy view
Only for you
Tears coat your lifeless eyes with dew
Visions in blue
Visions in blue
Ashes of memories still aglow
Portraits and pictures you once saw
Ashes of memories still aglow
Portraits and pictures you once saw
Ashes of memories still aglow
Portraits and pictures you once saw
Face in the window in the night
Caught for a second by the light
Ashes of memories still aglow
Only for you
Portraits and pictures you once saw
Visions in blue

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Ultravox

Ultravox are a British New Wave rock band. They were one of the primary exponents of the British electronic pop music movement of the late 1970s/early 1980s. more »

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Written by: CHRISTOPHER THOMAS ALLEN, MIDGE URE, WARREN REGINALD CANN, WILLIAM CURRIE

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10 facts about this song

Album Detail
"Visions in Blue" is a song by British new wave band Ultravox, included in their seventh studio album 'Quartet' released in 1982.
Band Line-up
This was the third album featuring the new Ultravox line-up with Midge Ure taking over as the lead vocalist.
Production Team
It was produced by the reputed record producer George Martin, best known for his work with The Beatles.
Chart Performance
"Visions in Blue" was released as the third single from the 'Quartet' album in March 1983, where it peaked at number 15 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Video
The music video for "Visions in Blue" was primarily shot in the ruins of Rievaulx Abbey, North Yorkshire. It features the band members wandering around the ruins and Midge Ure wearing a classic British flag jacket.
Style and Genre
The song is often classified within the Synth Pop genre and incorporates elements of electronic music. It is characteristically moody and atmospheric.
Notable Instrumentation
The song features heavy use of synthesizers, keyboards and the electric guitar, consistent with the band's signature sound.
Legacy
Over the years, "Visions in Blue" has received critical accolades for its synth-led sound and compelling lyrics, helping to affirm Ultravox's position as a pioneering band in the new wave and synth-pop movement of the 80s.
Lyrics Theme
Although Ultravox songs were known for their ambiguous lyrical content, "Visions in Blue" was said to deal with themes of lost innocence and the harsh realities of adulthood.
Live Performances
Despite this song's commercial success, it was not a regular on Ultravox's setlists during their live performances. However, its performances were highly anticipated when they did happen.

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