Love Is a Wonderful Colour
Icicle Works
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My friend and I, were talking one evening, Beside some burning wood, Trading tales of places we came upon, When the times were good, Spoke of a girl he viewed like no other, Whom he had come to know, I swallowed hard and listened intently, Resigned beside the glow Always there, it's standing proudly, When all else falls down, It's all around you, didn't it find you, When you said you couldn't be found, When love calls me, I will be running swiftly, To find out, just what all the fuss is all about, Unrelentless, deep in the strangest feelings, Believe me, Love is full of wonderful colours I insist that you pick the wrong one, To preach your theories to, Simmer down, we'll run for a reason, To see what faith can do, Love is a beacon, on the horizon, Watch when you touch down, Reality finds you fumbling for reasons, When the chance comes 'round When love calls me, I will be running swiftly, To find out, just what all the fuss is all about, Unrelentless, deep in the strangest feelings, Believe me, Love is full of wonderful colour Take my confidence to guide you, Through the fallen hope inside you, Love is full of wonderful colour Take my confidence to guide you, Through the fallen hope inside you, Love is full of wonderful colour
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15 facts about this song
Artist Background"Icicle Works" was a British alternative rock band that debuted in the early 80s. They were composed of Ian McNabb (lead vocals, guitar), Chris Layhe (bass and vocals), and Chris Sharrock (drums).
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Track ReleaseTheir song "Love Is a Wonderful Colour" was released in 1983.
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Chart SuccessThe song became a significant hit for the band, peaking at number 15 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Album Inclusion"Love Is a Wonderful Colour" was featured on the Icicle Works' self-titled debut album which was released in 1984.
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Signature SongThis track is considered one of the two signature songs of Icicle Works, the other being "Birds Fly (Whisper to a Scream)."
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LyricsThe song's lyrics were said to be inspired by McNabb's musings on optimism and the positive aspects of life and love.
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ManagementThe band was managed by Bill Drummond, who later became known as half of the electronic music duo The KLF.
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Critical ReceptionCritics often highlight the song's catchy chorus and McNabb's expressive vocal performance as standout elements.
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Artistic InfluenceThe band's folk-rock and neo-psychedelic influences which are evident in the song, set them apart from many of their contemporaries in the 1980s music scene.
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Subsequent CoversVarious modern bands have covered "Love is a Wonderful Colour," demonstrating its enduring popularity and influence.
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Official Music VideoThe video for "Love is a Wonderful Colour" was reportedly filmed in Iceland.
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Live PerformancesAlthough the Icicle Works disbanded in 1990, McNabb often performs the song during his solo concerts.
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Song LongevityThe song is still played on UK radio and featured on 80s compilation albums, more than thirty-five years after its release.
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Vinyl ReleaseThe song was first released as a 7" and 12" vinyl single in the UK.
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Reissue"Love Is a Wonderful Colour" was reissued as part of the album "The Best of The Icicle Works" in 1992.
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