Private Universe
Crowded House
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No time, no place to talk about the weather Promise of love is hard to ignore Who said the chance wasn't getting any better Labor of love is ours to endure Highest branch on the apple tree It was my favorite place to be I could hear them breaking free But they could not see me I will run for shelter Endless summer lift the curse It feels like nothing matters In our private universe I have all I want, is that simple enough? A whole lot more I'm thinking of Every night about six o'clock Birds come back to the pond to talk They talk to me, birds to talk to me If I go down on my knees I will run for shelter Endless summer lift the curse It feels like nothing matters In our private universe Feels like nothing matters In our private universe And it's a pleasure that I have known And it's a treasure that I have gained And it's a pleasure that I have known It's a tight squeeze, but I won't let go Time is on the table and the dinner's cold I will run for shelter Endless summer lift the curse Feels like nothing matters In our private universe I will run for shelter Endless summer lift the curse Feels like nothing matters In our private universe
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Written by: NEIL MULLANE FINN
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Private Universe" by Crowded House is a beautiful song from their fourth album, "Together Alone", which was released in 1993.
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SongwriterNeil Finn, the lead singer of the band, is credited for writing this wonderful piece. Finn is known for his knack for producing catchy pop-rock songs infused with melancholic and introverted lyrics.
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Album's ThemeMany critics have suggested that much of the album, including "Private Universe", reflects a spiritual journey, possibly influenced by the natural beauty of New Zealand where it was recorded.
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Recording LocationThe song, along with the rest of the album, was recorded in a studio set up at Karekare beach in New Zealand - a location that, according to band members, significantly influenced their music.
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Unique Percussion"Private Universe" features unique and haunting percussion, a key feature throughout the "Together Alone" album, which was influenced by the indigenous Maori sounds and culture.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Private Universe" depicts the band members performing in black and white, which some fans interpret as an attempt to visualize the solitude and introspection that the song implies.
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Live PerformancesCrowded House has often performed "Private Universe" live, demonstrating the band's fondness for this song. Fans consider these versions to be powerful interpretations of the studio recording.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists, including Australian singer-songwriter Lisa Mitchell, have covered "Private Universe", attesting to the song's enduring appeal.
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Song MeaningWhile the meaning behind "Private Universe" is somewhat ambiguous, it is often interpreted as reflecting the desire to escape from the world's pressures into a 'private universe' of one's own.
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Chart Success"Private Universe" was a minor hit in the United Kingdom, reaching number 42 on the UK Singles Chart. Despite this, it has retained a significant and devoted fan base over the years.
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