Tempted

Squeeze

About Tempted

"Tempted" was the second single released from Squeeze's fourth album, East Side Story. Over the years it has become one of Squeeze's best-known songs, despite failing to crack the Top 40 in any country in which it was released (UK No. 41, Canada No. 45, US No. 49, Australia No. 90); Stewart Mason of AllMusic remarked, "Although its increasing ubiquity on '80s hits radio and on television (it was used in a successful clothing commercial in 2003) would suggest otherwise, Squeeze's "Tempted" was not actually a hit single. " The song later became ingrained in public consciousness due to its use in commercials by Burger King and Heineken, film soundtracks like that of Reality Bites (which featured a 1994 rerecording), and the video games Grand Theft Auto: Vice City (on the in-game radio station Emotion 98.3, and subsequently on the real-world CD, vol. 3, of the game soundtrack), and Rock Band. To this day, "Tempted" still gets moderate airplay from classic hits, classic rock and adult alternative-formatted radio stations. 


Year:
1987
4:02
59 
#1

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I bought a toothbrush, some toothpaste
A flannel for my face
Pajamas, a hairbrush
New shoes and a case
I said to my reflection
"Let's get out of this place"

Passed the church and the steeple
The laundry on the hill
Billboards and the buildings
Memories of it still
Keep calling and calling
But forget it all, I know I will

Tempted by the fruit of another
Tempted but the truth is discovered
What's been going on
Now that you have gone
There's no other
Tempted by the fruit of another
Tempted but the truth is discovered

I'm at the car park, the airport
The baggage carousel
(The people keep on grindin')
Ain't wishing I was well
I said it's no occasion
(It's no story I could tell)

At my bedside empty pocket
A foot without a sock
Your body gets much closer
I fumble for the clock
Alarmed by the seduction
I wish that it would stop

Tempted by the fruit of another
Tempted but the truth is discovered
What's been going on
Now that you have gone
There's no other
Tempted by the fruit of another
Tempted but the truth is discovered

I bought a novel, some perfume
A fortune all for you
But it's not my conscience
That hates to be untrue
I asked of my reflection
Tell me what is there to do?

Tempted by the fruit of another
Tempted but the truth is discovered
What's been going on
Now that you have gone
There's no other
Tempted by the fruit of another
Tempted but the truth is discovered

Tempted by the fruit of another
Tempted but the truth is discovered
Tempted by the fruit of another
Tempted but the truth is discovered

Tempted by the fruit of another
Tempted but the truth is discovered

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Squeeze

Squeeze are a British band that came to prominence in the United Kingdom during the New Wave period of the late 1970s and continued recording successfully in the 1980s and 1990s. They are known in the UK for their hit songs "Cool for Cats", "Up the Junction", "Tempted", "Labelled With Love", "Black Coffee In Bed", "Another Nail in My Heart","Pulling Mussels (From the Shell)" and "Hourglass". Though not as commercially successful in the U.S., Squeeze had American chart hits with "Tempted", "Hourglass" and "853-5937", and they have a dedicated following there and continue to attract new fans. All of Squeeze's hits were written by band members Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook, with the former penning the lyrics and the latter handling the composition. The duo we… more »

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Written by: Christopher Difford, Glenn Tilbrook

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10 facts about this song

General Information
"Tempted" is one of the most famous singles released by the British band Squeeze.
The Artist
The lead vocals on "Tempted" were not performed by one of Squeeze's regular lead singers, Chris Difford or Glenn Tilbrook. Instead, the song was sung by Paul Carrack, who was briefly a member of the band in 1981.
Song Release
The song was released in 1981 as part of Squeeze's fourth album, "East Side Story".
Song Success and Rankings
Despite not being a major commercial Success initially (peaked at #49 on the UK Singles Chart and #8 in Australia), "Tempted" has gained much attention and accolipation over years.
Song Lyrics
The song is known for its soulful, melancholic lyrics, which detail the struggles and temptations faced by someone who is away from home.
Use in Media
"Tempted" has been used in a variety of movies, TV shows, and commercials over the years, most notably in commercials for Heineken and Burger King, and in film soundtracks like "Reality Bites" and "Deadpool 2".
Carrack's Career
"Tempted" was Paul Carrack's only lead vocal appearance with Squeeze. He left the band shortly after the release of "East Side Story" and embarked on a successful solo career.
Recognizable Tune
The song's signature keyboard intro is instantly recognizable to many and has contributed to its lasting appeal.
Covers and Performances
Over the years, "Tempted" has been covered by several artists, including Oklahoma rock band The Flaming Lips and British artist Joe Cocker.
Popularity
It is often considered Squeeze's signature song, despite not being one of their highest-charting singles.

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