Staring at the Sun
TV on the Radio
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Cross the street from your storefront cemetery. Hear me hailing from inside and realize I am the conscience clear In pain or ecstacy And we're all weaned my dear Upon the same fatigue We're staring at the sun Oh my own voice Cannot save me now Standing in the sea It's just One more breath And then I'll go down Your mouth is open wide The lover is inside And the tumult's done Collided with the sign You're staring at the sun You're standing in the sea Your body's over me Note the trees because the Dirt is temporary More to mine than fact, face, Name, and monetary Beat the skins and let the Loose lips kiss you clean Quietly pour out like light Like light, like answering (chorus comes over this part) the sun You're staring at the sun You're standing in the sea Your mouth is open wide You're trying hard to breath The water's at your neck There's lightning in your teeth Your body's over me Be what you will And then throw down your life Oh it's a damned fine game And we can play all night You're staring at the sun You're standing in the sea Your mouth is open wide You're trying hard to breath The water's at your neck There's lightning in your teeth Your body's over me You're staring at the sun You're standing in the sea You're staring at the sun You're standing in the sea
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Written by: BABATUNDE OMOROGA ADEBIMPE, DAVID ANDREW SITEK
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
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6 facts about this song
Composition & Release"Staring at the Sun" is a song by the American indie rock band TV on the Radio. The song was released in 2004 as a single from the band's debut studio album, "Desperate Youth, Blood Thirsty Babes".
- Despite being a band member, Katrina Ford (from the band Celebration) was featured in this song, adding another layer to the overall sound of the track with her mesmerizing vocals.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from music critics for its innovative blend of indie rock, doo-wop, and electro.
- It is often tagged as one of the standout tracks on the album and even the band's overall discography, frequently hailed for its powerful lyrics and innovative musical style.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Staring at the Sun" was directed by Elliot Jokelson.
- It features black and white footage of lead singer Tunde Adebimpe singing and dancing in various cityscapes, with the video occasionally cutting to full-color shots of the band and Katrina Ford performing the song.
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Apollo RemixA remix of "Staring at the Sun" titled "Apollo Mix" also exists. This version of the song was included on an EP titled "New Health Rock" that TV on the Radio released in 2004.
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Live Performances"Staring at the Sun" is one of TV on the Radio's most frequently performed songs during live concerts and has become a fan favorite.
- Katrina Ford has occasionally joined the band on stage to perform her part of the song.
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Impact & InfluenceThe song's innovative blending of genres and emotive lyricism has been said to have influenced a number of indie and alternative bands that emerged in the mid to late 2000s.
- "Staring at the Sun" has been covered by various artists and has appeared in several films and TV shows, demonstrating its wide-ranging impact and popularity.
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