Shimmer
Fuel
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She calls me from the cold Just when I was low, feeling short of stable And all that she intends And all she keeps inside, isn't on the label She says she's ashamed And can she take me for awhile? Can I be a friend, we'll forget the past Maybe I'm not able And I break at the bend We're here and now, but will we ever be again 'Cause I have found All that shimmers in this world is sure to fade Away again She dreams a champagne dream Strawberry surprise, pink linen and white paper Lavender and cream Fields of butterflies, reality escapes her She says that love is for fools who fall behind And I'm somewhere in between I never really know A killer from a savior 'Til I break at the bend We're here and now, but will we ever be again 'Cause I have found All that shimmers in this world is sure to fade Away again It's too far away for me to hold It's too far away It's too far away for me to hold It's too far away It's too far away for me to hold It's too far away It's too far away for me to hold It's too far away It's too far away for me to hold It's too far away It's too far away for me to hold It's too far away Guess I'll let it go
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Written by: CARL WILLIAM BELL
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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15 facts about this song
Genre Class"Shimmer" belongs to the genre of alternative rock, combining elements of heavy guitar sound with pop melodies.
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Album AppearanceThe song is from Fuel's debut album "Sunburn" released in 1998.
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Chart Performance"Shimmer" hit #2 on the Billboard Modern Rock tracks chart, making it their first top 5 hit.
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Song Writer"Shimmer" was solely written by Carl Bell, Fuel's guitarist.
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InspirationThe song is rumoured to be about a relationship gone wrong, which is reflected in the deeply emotional lyrics.
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Compilation Inclusion"Shimmer" was also included on the compilation album "MuchMusic's Big Shiny Tunes 3", increasing its exposure.
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Acoustic VersionThere is a stripped-down acoustic version of this song that showcases the raw emotional depth of the lyrics.
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Lead Vocal DeliveryBrett Scallions, the band's lead vocalist, is praised for his emotion-filled vocal delivery in "Shimmer."
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Video DirectorThe music video for "Shimmer" was directed by Josh Taft, who has also directed iconic music videos for bands like Stone Temple Pilots and Pearl Jam.
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Tour Performance"Shimmer" is always a favorite song performed live at Fuel's concerts and is often sung along by the crowd.
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Recognition"Shimmer" is often included in lists of best alternative rock songs of the '90s, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered "Shimmer" over the years, a testament to its appeal across different music fans.
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Song LengthThe song runs for approximately 3 minutes and 35 seconds.
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Recording Location"Shimmer" was recorded at Long View Farm Studios, North Brookfield, Massachusetts.
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Featured in MediaThe song was used in TV shows including "Cold Case" and movies such as "Scream 3", helping it to reach a larger audience.
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