Hunter

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About Hunter

"Hunter" is a song recorded by Icelandic musician Björk for her third studio album Homogenic (1997). The lyrics explore the pressure Björk felt to write music after realising the workforce that depended on her, following the success she found as a solo artist with her previous studio albums. The song was first performed at the 1997 Tibetan Freedom Concert and later included with the online promotional release of Homogenic; the track was subsequently released as the third single for the album as three different CD releases in October 1998. A collaborative effort between Björk and Mark Bell, "Hunter" features a dark combination of strings and layered synths, a militaristic electronic beat, and enigmatic lyrics about the heading towards a mission. Most music critics were enticed by "Hunter", which they declared one of the highlights of the Homogenic album. The single charted poorly, peaking at number 44 on the UK Singles Chart and number 55 on the French Singles Chart. The song was included in the compilation album Greatest Hits (2002), whose tracks were selected by fans through a survey. 


Year:
1999
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Ooh
If travel is searching
And home has been found 

I'm not stopping
I'm going hunting 
I'm the hunter 
I'll bring back the goods
But I don't know when

I thought I could organize freedom 
How Scandinavian of me

En-cha-le-li
En-cha-le
You sussed it out, didn't you ?
Yeah! 

You could smell it
So you left me on my own
To complete the mission
Now I'm leaving it all behind

I'm going hunting
I'm the hunter, I'm the hunter
I'm going hunting
I'm the hunter, I'm the hunter 
I'm the hunter, I'm the hunter
I'm the hunter
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Björk

Björk Guðmundsdóttir ( /ˈbjɜrk/; [ˈpjœr̥k ˈkvʏðmʏntsˌtoʊhtɪr] ( listen); born 21 November 1965), known simply as Björk, is an Icelandic singer-songwriter. Her musical style is eclectic and she has achieved recognition in rock, jazz, electronic dance music, classical, and folk. more »

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Written by: Bjork Gudmundsdottir

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10 facts about this song

Release
"Hunter" was released in October 1998 as the third single from her album "Homogenic".
Music Video
The music video for "Hunter" is often celebrated for its unique visual appeal, as it features Björk morphing into a polar bear, reflecting her Icelandic roots.
Commercial Success
Despite not charting in the United States, "Hunter" managed to reach the top 20 in the UK, peaking at number 21.
Inspiration
The song's lyrics were based on Björk's feelings of pressure to generate hits and keep her artistic creativity alive.
Television Appearances
"Hunter" has been used in various TV shows and adverts, including a UK advertisement for Ford Motors.
Cover Art
The iconic cover art of 'Hunter' is considered as one of the distinguishing features of Björk's image during her "Homogenic" era.
Remixes
Various artists have created remixes of "Hunter", including Skothús, Howie B, and François K.
Live Performances
During live performances, Björk often uses a reactive visual display, synced to the musical arrangement of "Hunter", enhancing the audience experience.
Song Composition
"Hunter" has unique musical components, featuring a blend of electronic beats and strings, giving it a distinctive orchestral techno sound.
Theme Interpretation
Some interpreters suggest the song's message deals with facing the daunting task of always having to hunt for inspiration, which is nothing short of a self-discovery journey.

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