You Take My Breath Away
The Knife
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We are the people who's come here to play I don't like it easy I don't like the straight way We're in the middle of something We are here to stay And we raise our heads for the colour red I'm in the first row on your show, in the first row On the First Floor Power show Your vibrato's like vulnerable leaves, You do it crazy, that's how you talk to me We are the people who's come here to play I don't like it easy I don't like the straight way We're in the middle of something We are here to stay And we raise our heads for the colour red I heard you for the first time on the radion When I was going somewhere in a car You touched my heart, like a knife that's very sharp Or like a bird, you just set free That's just like me, when I hear you speak We are the people who's come here to play I don't like it easy I don't like the straight way We're in the middle of something We are here to stay And we raise our heads for the colour red I like vanilla and I like sex I ride the pony that I like best I knew I that there was something I missed I was fifteen when I first got kissed, before I knew about the equality way I wanted to get laid to "Take my breath away" We are the people who's come here to play I don't like it easy I don't like the straight way We're in the middle of something We are here to stay And we raise our heads for the colour red We are the people who's come here to play I don't like it easy I don't like the straight way We're in the middle of something We are here to stay And we raise our heads for the colour red
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Written by: JOHN ROBINSON REID, IAN LEVINE, GRAHAM WILSON, NIGEL PAUL STOCK
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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15 facts about this song
Release Date"You Take My Breath Away" was released as a single on September 15, 2003.
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AlbumThe song is part of The Knife's second album titled "Deep Cuts," which was released in 2003.
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Music GenreThe song falls under the genre of Synthpop or Electronic music.
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Songwriters"You Take My Breath Away" was written by Karin Dreijer and Olof Dreijer, who are the Swedish duo behind The Knife.
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MeaningThe song, with its layered synths, pulsating beats, and somber lyrics explores the complexity of love and the feeling of being completely consumed by it.
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Impact"You Take My Breath Away" helped contribute to The Knife's increasing recognition as a prominent figure in the electro-pop music scene.
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RemixesThe song has been remixed by several DJs and producers, extending its relevance and appeal to different audiences.
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Music VideoUnlike many of The Knife's songs, "You Take My Breath Away" does not have an official music video.
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Live PerformancesThe track is a popular choice for live performances at The Knife's concerts.
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Critical AcclaimDespite its different, more mellowed down sound compared to The Knife's usual avant-garde electronica, the song received positive reviews from music critics for its emotional depth.
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Notable CoverThe song was covered by MY GOLD MASK, an indie rock band from Chicago, in 2009.
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InfluenceThe track, through its unique electronic production, helped to influence and shape the modern electronic and synth-pop music scene.
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Success"You Take My Breath Away" is one of The Knife's most well-known and beloved songs among fans.
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Unique SoundKarin Dreijer's distinctive vocals, often alternating between a upper and lower register, combined with Olof Dreijer's intricate electronic production gives the song its unique and haunting sound.
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LegacyThe song, although not being a commercially successful single, has since been recognized as a staple in The Knife's discography, solidifying their reputation as innovative musicians.
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