Dance Away

Roxy Music

About Dance Away

"Dance Away" is a song by the English rock band Roxy Music. Released in April 1979, it was the second single to be taken from their album Manifesto, and became one of the band's most famous songs, reaching number 2 in the UK and spending a total of 14 weeks on the charts, the longest chart residency of a Roxy Music single. Although it did not make number 1, it became the ninth biggest selling single in the UK in 1979. It did make it to number 1 on the Irish Singles Chart and held that position for one week. "Dance Away" was originally written by Bryan Ferry for his 1977 solo album In Your Mind, but did not make the final track listing. It was then planned for inclusion on his 1978 album The Bride Stripped Bare, but again was not included. It was finally completed and released on Roxy Music's Manifesto, the band's first studio album in four years. The single version was a different shorter edit and mix compared to the original album version. As with their next single "Angel Eyes", the single version of "Dance Away" replaced the album version in subsequent releases. While the 1999 re-mastered version of the "Manifesto" album restored the original version of "Angel Eyes", it still retained the single mix of "Dance Away" in place of the original, making the Thrill of It All box set the only release on which the LP version of the song could be found, until the release of the box set The Complete Studio Recordings 1972-1982 in 2012. 


Year:
1995
6:29
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Yesterday, well it seemed so cool
When I walked you home, kissed goodnight
I said "it's love" you said "all right"
It's funny how I could never cry
Until tonight and you pass by
Hand in hand with another guy
You're dressed to kill and guess who's dying?
Dance away the heartache
Dance away the tears
Dance away

Loneliness is a crowded room
Full of open hearts turned to stone
All together all alone
All at once my whole world had changed
Now I'm in the dark, off the wall
Let the strobe light up them all
I close my eyes and dance till dawn
Dance away

Now I know I must walk the line
Until I find an open door
There was I, many times a fool
I hope and pray, but not too much
Out of reach is out of touch
All the way is far enough
Dance away

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Roxy Music

Roxy Music are an English art rock band formed in 1971 by Bryan Ferry, who became the group's lead vocalist and chief songwriter, and bassist Graham Simpson. The other members are Phil Manzanera (guitar), Andy Mackay (saxophone and oboe) and Paul Thompson (drums and percussion). Former members include Brian Eno (synthesiser and "treatments"), and Eddie Jobson (synthesiser and violin). Although the band took a break from group activities in 1976 and again in 1983, they reunited for a concert tour in 2001, and have toured together intermittently since that time. more »

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Written by: BRYAN FERRY

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15 facts about this song

Launching Creators
"Dance Away" is a creation of Roxy Music, an English rock band formed in 1970 by Bryan Ferry.
Album Classification
The song is a track from their 1979 album, "Manifesto", which is the sixth studio album by the band.
Chart Success
Upon its release, "Dance Away" achieved considerable chart success. It reached number 2 in the UK and even became a significant hit in various countries.
Live Performances
Over the years, "Dance Away" has become a staple in Roxy Music's live performances due to its popularity among the audience.
Lead Singer's Contribution
The song was written by Bryan Ferry, who is not only the lead vocalist but also the founding member and principal songwriter of Roxy Music.
Tribute Version
"Dance Away" was covered by The Divine Comedy as a B-side to their 1996 single "Something for the Weekend."
Resolving Differences
The album "Manifesto" was the first album after the band members reconciled their differences and reformed.
Dance Genre
Synonymous with its title, "Dance Away" is a dance-rock/disco-rock infused song, aligning with the popular music trends of the late 70s.
Song Duration
The track's running time is approximately 3 minutes and 48 seconds.
Production
The production of the song, as well as the entire Manifesto album, was handled by Roxy Music and veteran producer, Phil Manzanera.
B Side Track
The B-side track to "Dance Away" was a song titled "Cry, Cry, Cry."
Apparent Absence
Despite its success, "Dance Away" was not included on the band's "The Thrill of It All" box set in 1995.
Album Cover
The cover for the single features a female model, typical of many Roxy Music and Bryan Ferry solo releases, wearing a gold dress and gloves against a lavender backdrop.
Critical Reception
Critics have frequently highlighted "Dance Away" as one of Roxy Music's most recognizable and enduring songs.
Extended Version
There is a longer, more disco-styled version of "Dance Away" that features additional instrumental breaks.

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