Slide Away
The Verve
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So take your time I wonder if you're here just to use my mind Don't take it slow You know I've got a place to go You always do that Something I'm not quite sure of But just for today Let go and slide away I was thinking maybe we could go outside Let the night sky cool your foolish pride Don't you feel alive These are your times and our highs So take your time I wonder which cup you'll drink from I hope it's mine Because you always do that something Something I'm not quite sure of But just for today Let go and slide away 'Cause I read your mind I read it because it takes me where I can't find Because you always do that something Something I'm not quite sure of But just for today Let go and burn away I was thinking maybe we could go outside Let the night sky cool your foolish pride Don't you feel alive These are your times, these are your highs Slide away, burn away Slide away, burn away I read your mind I read your mind 'Cause it takes me to where I can't find I was thinking maybe we could go outside Let the night sky cool your foolish pride Don't you feel alive These are your times and our highs Maybe, maybe we could go outside Let the night sky cool your foolish pride Open up you feel alive These are your times and my highs
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Written by: NICK MC CABE, PETER SALISBURY, RICHARD ASHCROFT, SIMON JONES
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Genre and Release Date"Slide Away" by the Verve is a rock song released in June 1993.
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AlbumThe song is from their debut album "A Storm in Heaven," which is considered one of the definitive albums of the shoegazing genre.
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Length and LabelThe song has a length of 4:03 minutes. It was released under the record label "Hut Recordings."
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Songwriters"Slide Away" was written by all the members of the band (Richard Ashcroft, Nick McCabe, Simon Jones, and Peter Salisbury).
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Perception and ReceptionDespite not becoming a chart-topping hit, "Slide Away" is considered a fan favorite among The Verve's early work and has received critical acclaim for its sonic landscape and Ashcroft's emotive lyrics.
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Live PerformancesThe band often played this song throughout their career during live performances. It notably featured in the setlist of their final gig in 2008 at the Electric Proms.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Slide Away" features the band performing against a black backdrop intercut with abstract visuals, illustrating the band's penchant for atmospheric musical imagery.
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SoundA characteristic feature of the "Slide Away" is Nick McCabe's swirling guitar work. It overlays a blend of heavy, distorted chords with high, ringing notes that "swoop" in and out of the mix, creating a dynamic sound.
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Themes"Slide Away" is known for its introspective lyrics, with themes of disillusionment and longing for escape, which is reflected in Richard Ashcroft's emotive vocals.
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LegacyThis song has continued influence in the alternative and indie rock scenes, with bands citing The Verve and songs like "Slide Away" as inspiration for their sound and approach to songwriting.
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