Orpheus
David Sylvian
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Standing firm on this stony ground The wind blows hard Pulls these clothes around I harbour all the same worries as most The temptations to leave or to give up the ghost I wrestle with an outlook on life That shifts between darkness and shadowy light I struggle with words for fear that they'll hear But orpheus sleeps on his back still dead to the world Sunlight falls, my wings open wide There's a beauty here I cannot deny And bottles that tumble and crash on the stairs Are just so many people I knew never cared Down below on the wreck of the ship Are a stronghold of pleasures I couldn't regret But the baggage is swallowed up by the tide As orpheus keeps to his promise and stays by my side Tell me, I've still a lot to learn Understand, these fires never stop Believe me, when this joke is tired of laughing I will hear the promise of my orpheus sing Sleepers sleep as we row the boat Just you the weather and I gave up hope But all of the hurdles that fell in our laps Were fuel for the fire and straw for our backs Still the voices have stories to tell Of the power struggles in heaven and hell But we feel secure against such mighty dreams As orpheus sings of the promise tomorrow may bring Tell me, I've still a lot to learn Understand, these fires never stop Please believe, when this joke is tired of laughing I will hear the promise of my orpheus sing
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11 facts about this song
History of Creation"Orpheus" is a song by British singer-songwriter David Sylvian. It was released in 1987 as part of his second solo album, "Secrets of the Beehive".
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Literary ReferenceThe song borrows its title from the myth of Orpheus in Greek mythology. Orpheus is the legendary musician and poet who could charm all living things with his music.
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Collaboration"Orpheus" features the guitar playing of Bill Nelson. Nelson is an English singer, guitarist, songwriter, producer, painter, video artist, writer and experimental musician.
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Style ClassificationThis song portrays an atmospheric, lush and poetic style. It could be categorized as art pop, sophisti-pop, and ambient genres.
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Critical Reception"Orpheus" has received widely positive reviews from critics and fans, for its poetic lyrics, haunting melodies, and minimalistic style.
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Music VideoA highly artistic, black-and-white music video was produced for the song, which complemented the song's melancholic mood.
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Cultural LegacyOver the years, "Orpheus" has been noted for its ethereal quality with an enduring appeal, cementing its position as one of Sylvian's most iconic songs.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists have covered "Orpheus", reflecting its influence in the music industry. One notable cover is the one by Ingrid Chavez, which was released on her 2010 album A Flutter and Some Words.
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Live PerformancesThe song was performed live during Sylvian's "In Praise of Shamans" tour in 1988.
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Songwriting InspirationWhile the exact inspiration for the song hasn't been confirmed, fans and critics often interpret "Orpheus" as a reflection of Sylvian's emotional state during the time of writing, making it a poignant piece in his musical catalogue.
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Album Performance"Secrets of the Beehive", the album that features "Orpheus", was a commercial success in the UK. It reached No. 37 on the UK Albums Chart.
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