Many Shades of Black
The Raconteurs
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Go ahead, go ahead and smash it on the floor Take whatever is left, and take it with you out the door See if I cry See if I shed a single sorry tear Can't say that it's been that great No in fact it's been a wasted worried year [Chorus] Everybody sees And everyone agrees That you and I are wrong And it's been that way to long Take it as it comes And be thankful when it's done There's so many ways to act And there's many shades of black There's so many shades of black Let it out, let it all out Say what's on your mind You can kick and scream and shout and say things that are so unkind Yeah-see if I care, see if I stand firm or if I fall Cause in the back of my mind, and on the tip of my tongue Is the answer to it all [Chorus] Yeah there's many shades of black [Chorus] Cause there's many shades of black There's so many shades of black Yeah there's any shades of black There's so many shades of black Yeah there's many shades of black There's so many shades of black And there's many shades of black There's so many shades of black Go ahead...
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Written by: Brendan Benson, John Anthony White
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10 facts about this song
Formation of the Band"Many Shades of Black" is a song by the American rock band, The Raconteurs. The band was formed in 2005, and members include Jack White, formerly of The White Stripes, Brendan Benson, Jack Lawrence, and Patrick Keeler.
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Album Release"Many Shades of Black" is included in the band's second studio album "Consolers of the Lonely" which was released in March 2008.
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Special CoverThe song was covered by British singer Adele and it was included in the deluxe version of her album "19". Adele's version was orchestrated by her long-term producer Jim Abbiss.
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Music StyleThe song reflects the band's unique fusion of genres. It's like a mix of alternative rock, blues rock, folk rock, and country.
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Album Reception"Consolers of the Lonely", the album featuring "Many Shades of Black" was well-received by critics. It received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Rock Album in 2008.
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Conceptual ElementsThe song "Many Shades of Black" has been analyzed by critics for its exploration of emotional vulnerability, the complexities of human relationships, and melancholia.
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Live PerformancesThe Raconteurs have frequently incorporated "Many Shades of Black" into their live performances, often using it as a showcase for the band's ability to harmonize their vocals and deliver a powerful live sound.
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Berry Gordy InfluenceJack White, who has credited Motown Records founder Berry Gordy as a significant influence, has sometimes been said to emulate Gordy's orchestral, layered arrangements in his songwriting technique, which is evident in "Many Shades of Black".
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Unorthodox ReleaseUnlike typical album releases, "Consolers of the Lonely" was announced only a week before it was released. The band stated that they wanted to avoid the "usual months of speculation and conjecture" that typically precede the release of a new album.
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Musical ContributionJack White, who co-wrote "Many Shades of Black", has been recognized by Rolling Stone as one of the "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time". This recognition praises his creative contributions to songs like "Many Shades of Black".
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