Avenue
Saint Etienne
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Ooh, young heart Ooh, young heart Ooh, young heart Pass me the suitcase, baby I know it's not that easy And give me my mirror, love First give me back my memories And oh, oh, how many years Is it now Maurice? Ooh, young heart Ooh, young heart Ooh, young heart And, ooh, oh the clown's no good And I was half-asleep And riding on a slow-coach I think I lose all these things Still, meaning I'm not holy And, oh, oh, your honey-dish Oh, it's on my list Ooh, young heart Ooh, young heart Ooh, young heart And, ooh, oh the clown's no good Wish my heart's wish climbing out your window For your savage amusement You put a spell over me, well Smells like lemon flavor Tuesday, if I had you back again You know I'm against the future Wednesday, I was a little girl I was the little girl who'd like to snog your face And ooh, oh, how many years Is it now Maurice? Ooh, young heart Ooh, young heart Ooh, young heart And, ooh, oh the clown's no good Ooh, young heart Ooh, young heart Ooh, young heart Ooh, young heart Ooh, young heart Ooh, young heart And, ooh, oh the clown's no good And, ooh, oh the clown's no good And, ooh, oh the clown's no good And, ooh, oh the clown's no good And, ooh, oh the clown's no good And, ooh, oh the clown's no good And then I shall take back to Maurice And, ooh, oh the clown's no good
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Written by: IAN LESLIE CATT, JANE CRACKNELL SARAH, BOB STANLEY, PETER STEWART WIGGS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Origin"Avenue" is a song by British indie/dance band Saint Etienne. It's from their second studio album, "So Tough".
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Release HistoryThe song was originally released as a promotional single in the United States in 1992, followed by official availability in the UK in February 1993.
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Album SuccessThe song's parent album "So Tough" is considered one of Saint Etienne's best works, peaking at number seven on the UK Albums chart.
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Unique Music StyleSaint Etienne's music, including the song 'Avenue', is known for its unique blend of indie pop, dance music, and the stylings of 1960s pop.
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Song StructureWith a length of over seven minutes, "Avenue" is structured more like a progressive track with parts that continually evolve, consistent with the band's fascination with remix and club culture.
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LyricsThe lyrics of 'Avenue' depict a nostalgic journey through memories of a past relationship, evoking a complex sense of lost love and idealized past.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Avenue" is noted for its sepia tone and features scenes showing band member Sarah Cracknell singing and walking through British countryside landscapes.
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Reissues"Avenue" has been included in a number of Saint Etienne's compilation albums and has been remixed multiple times, showcasing its timeless appeal.
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Critical ReceptionWhile not a mainstream hit, "Avenue" received favourable critical reviews for its idiosyncratic take on pop music, helping the band to solidify its cult status in the music world.
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LegacyThe song’s lush, layered soundscape and introspective lyrics have secured its place as a cult classic within Saint Etienne's catalog.
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