Misunderstanding

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About Misunderstanding

"Misunderstanding" is a song by English rock band Genesis, released on their 1980 album Duke. It reached No. 14 in the U. S. and No. 42 in the UK. Its highest charting was in Canada, where it reached No. 1 and is ranked as the seventh biggest Canadian hit of 1980. It was also featured on the band's 1982 double-album Three Sides Live, where it led off side three.


Year:
1980
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There must be some misunderstanding
There must be some kind of mistake
I waited in the rain for hours
You were late

Now it's not like me to say the right thing
But you could've called to let me know
I checked your number twice, don't understand it
So I went home

Well I'd been waiting for this weekend
I thought that maybe we could see a show
Never dreamed I'd have this feeling
But seeing you is believing
That's why I don't know why
You didn't show up that night

There must be some misunderstanding
There must be some kind of mistake
I was waiting in the rain for hours
You were late

Since then I've been running around trying to find you
I went to the places you always go
I rang your home but got no answer
Jumped in my car, I went round there
I still don't believe it
He was just leaving

There must be some misunderstanding
There must be some kind of mistake.

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Genesis

Genesis are an English rock band that formed in 1967. The band currently consists of its three longest-tenured members - Tony Banks (keyboards) and Mike Rutherford (bass, guitar), who were founder members; and Phil Collins (vocals, drums), who first joined in 1970. Past members Peter Gabriel (vocals, flute), Steve Hackett (guitar) and Anthony Phillips (guitar), also played major roles in the band in its early years. Genesis are among the top 30 highest-selling recording artists of all time, with approximately 150 million albums sold worldwide. more »

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Written by: PHIL COLLINS

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11 facts about this song

Band Origin
"Misunderstanding" is a song by the English rock band Genesis. The band was formed in 1967 and is famous worldwide for its unique blend of rock and pop music.
Album Information
"Misunderstanding" is a track from Genesis' 13th studio album "Duke," which was released in 1980.
Musical Style
The song is notable as one of the band’s first to lean more towards the pop genre, in contrast to their earlier progressive rock style.
Chart Performance
"Misunderstanding" was one of Genesis's biggest commercial successes. It hit the 14th spot on the UK Singles Chart and reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
Song Composition
The song was written by Phil Collins, the band's drummer, and lead vocalist. It showcases a change in Genesis' sound to more radio-friendly pop music, largely influenced by Collins's writing.
Lyrics Inspiration
The lyrics of "Misunderstanding" were inspired by a failed relationship experienced by Phil Collins that also shaped his solo songs in the years to come.
Song Interpretation
The song's lyrics portray the narrator's frustration and confusion after he’s stood up by his date. Its upbeat tempo gives it a lively feel despite its rather sad content.
Music Video
The music video for "Misunderstanding" features an amusing take on the song's narrative, with the band members getting stood up at a bar, at a movie, and at home.
Rare Occurrence
"Misunderstanding" is one of the few Genesis songs entirely written by Phil Collins. Usually, songwriting duties were shared among the band members.
Phil Collins Solo Career
The pop-oriented style of "Misunderstanding" can be seen as a foreshadowing of Phil Collins's successful solo career, which officially kicked off after the song hit the charts.
Cultural Impact
Over the years, "Misunderstanding" has been covered by many artists and bands, demonstrating its enduring popularity and impact.

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