Ode to Boy
Yazoo
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When he moves I watch him from behind He turns and laughter flickers in his eyes Intent and direct when he speaks, I watch his lips And when he drives I love to watch his hand White and smooth almost feminine, almost American, I have to watch him. [Chorus:] In his face age descends on youth, exaggeration on the truth He caught me looking then but soon his eyes forgot And everything he seems to do reflects just another shade of blue I saw him searching into you and ached a while I watch his lips caress the glass, His fingers stroke its stem and pass To lift a cigarette at last, he dries his eyes From a shadow by the stair I watch as he weeps unaware That I'm in awe of his despair, but I am there [Chorus]
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Song Origin"Ode to Boy" is a song by the British synth-pop duo Yazoo, initially released in their 1983 album, "You and Me Both".
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ComposerThe track was composed by Vince Clarke, the founding member of Yazoo, who later achieved further success as a member of Erasure.
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Lead VocalThe song is noted for the powerful vocal performance of Alison Moyet, the other half of Yazoo. Moyet's soulful, bluesy delivery contrasts with the synth-pop sound of Yazoo.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics are ambiguous when it comes to the gender of the "boy" referred to, and that has been a topic for continuous discussion among fans and critics alike.
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Re-releaseMoyet re-released a slower, more melodic version of "Ode to Boy" as a solo artist on her 1991 album "Hoodoo", showing her versatility as an artist.
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PerformanceThe song was never released as a single, but it has often been played live by both Alison Moyet and Vince Clarke (with Erasure) in the years since its first release.
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ImpactThe song is recognised for its contribution to electronic music development during the early 80s and its influence on many bands and artists that followed.
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Cover VersionThe song has been covered by various artists over the years, including an acapella version by the indie-pop band "The Free Design” in 2001, highlighting its enduring appeal.
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Music VideoDespite not being a Yazoo single, Alison Moyet's solo version of "Ode to Boy" got its own music video when it was included in her 1991 album "Hoodoo".
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Legacy"Ode to Boy" remains as one of the beloved songs by Yazoo and Alison Moyet, offering a blend of synth-pop with emotional depth, something that both the band and Moyet as a solo artist have been praised for over the years.
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