Australia
Manic Street Preachers
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I don't know if I'm tired and I don't know if I'm ill My cheeks are turning yellow I think I'll take another pill Praying for the wave to come now It must be for the fifteenth time I've been here for much too long This is the past that's mine I want to fly and run till it hurts Sleep for a while and speak no words in Australia I want to fly and run till it hurts Sleep for a while and speak no words in Australia In Australia Praying for the wave to come now It must be for the very last time It's twelve o'clock till midnight There must be someone to blame I want to fly and run till it hurts Sleep for a while and speak no words in Australia I want to fly and run till it hurts Sleep for a while and speak no words in Australia In Australia Australia, in Australia I want to fly and run till it hurts Sleep for a while and speak no words in Australia In Australia In Australia In Australia
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Written by: JOHN-PAUL JONES, CHRISSIE HYNDE
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Australia" is generally classified under the genre of alternative rock and Britpop.
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Album HistoryThe song is from the band's fourth album, "Everything Must Go," which was released in 1996 and marked a shift in their sound after the disappearance of lyricist and rhythm guitarist, Richey Edwards.
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Chart Performance"Australia" peaked at number 7 in the UK Singles Chart, helping fuel the commercial success for the "Everything Must Go" album.
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Meaningful LyricsThe song was written as a fantasy escape plan for vocalist and guitarist, James Dean Bradfield, who expressed his desire to escape Britain following the disappearance of bandmate, Richey Edwards.
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Sound EvolutionThe song represents a significant evolution in Manic Street Preachers' sound. It is known for its anthemic, up-tempo rock style, unlike their previous, sometimes aggressive and politically charged, music.
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Music VideoThe video for "Australia" features the band performing in a number of different locations in black and white while being shot with a thermal camera, giving it a unique, surrealistic look.
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Critical ReceptionThe song has generally been well received by critics. NME listed "Australia" as one of the "10 tracks that define Manic Street Preachers."
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Popular Culture"Australia" has also found its way into popular culture. It played in the closing scenes and over the end credits of the last episode of "No Offence", a British television police procedural drama on Channel 4.
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Live Performances"Australia" remains a fan favourite and is regularly included in the setlist for Manic Street Preachers' live performances.
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Band's FavoritesDespite having released many successful hits, Manic Street Preachers has expressed that "Australia" is among their favourite songs to perform live.
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