Advertising Space
Robbie Williams
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There's no earthly way of knowing What was in your heart when it stopped going The whole world shook A storm was blowing through you Waiting for God to stop this And up to your neck in darkness Everyone around you was corrupted Say something There's no dignity in death To sell the world your last breath We're still fighting Over everything you left I saw you standing at the gates When Marlon Brando passed away You had that look upon your face Advertising space No one learned from your mistakes We let our prophets go to waste All that's left in any case Is advertising space Through your eyes the world was burning "Please be gentle, I'm still learning" You seemed to say as you kept turning up They poisoned you with compromise But at what point did you realize Everybody loves your life but you? A special agent for the man Through Watergate and Vietnam No one really gave a damn Do you think the C.I.A. did? I saw you standing at the gates When Marlon Brando passed away You had that look upon your face Advertising space No one learned from your mistakes We let our prophets go to waste All that's left in any case Is advertising space No one learned from your mistakes We let our prophets go to waste All that's left in any case Is advertising space I've seen your daughter man She's cute I was scared but I wanted to Boy, she looks a lot like you
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Written by: Stephen Duffy, Robert Williams
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Advertising Space" is a song sung by the British pop artist Robbie Williams. The song was released in 2005 and is featured on the album "Intensive Care."
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Lyrics InspirationThe lyrics of the song "Advertising Space" were stirred by the life and fame of Elvis Presley. It has been suggested that the song is a reflection on how fame can lead to isolation and, ultimately, tragedy.
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Song CompositionRobbie Williams co-wrote "Advertising Space" with his longtime collaborator Stephen Duffy. The song exhibits a slow, melancholic style, featuring piano accompaniment prominently.
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Chart Performance"Advertising Space" peaked at number eight in the UK Singles Charts. It remained in the UK charts for a total of eleven weeks which makes it one of the popular songs from the album.
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Music VideoDirected by David LaChapelle, the video for "Advertising Space" features Robbie Williams and several Elvis Presley impersonators. The video also has scenes showing lookalikes of celebrities like Marilyn Monroe and James Dean, showcasing the loneliness and tragedy of fame.
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Critical ReceptionWhile the song received a mixed review from critics, it is known to have a loyal fan base. Many praise the song for the emotive and powerful performance Williams gives as well as the deep, thoughtful lyrics.
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Live PerformanceWilliams has incorporated "Advertising Space" into several of his live performances, including his Close Encounters Tour in 2006.
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Personal SignificanceIn interviews, Robbie Williams has expressed that "Advertising Space" has personal resonance for him, as a reflection on his own experiences with fame and the pitfalls that can accompany it.
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Song MeaningThe song title "Advertising Space" is believed to refer to billboards, hinting how celebrities are immortalized even after their untimely death.
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Album Success"Advertising Space" is one of the most recognized tracks from "Intensive Care," an album that has been certified multi-platinum in various countries. The album peaked at number one in many countries including the UK, making it one of Williams' most successful albums.
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