Don't Be My Enemy
Wang Chung
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Don't be my enemy Don't be my enemy You had your dreams You required a scheme of things Evolved, resolved through the years And I had my part (When you wrote me) But you broke my heart (When you wrote me) You spend your whole time trying To burn me to the ground Don't be my enemy Can't you see, what you're doing to me? Don't be my enemy Can't you see, what an effect this is having on me? Don't be my enemy Can't you see, what you're doing to me? Don't be my enemy Can't you see, what an effect this is having on me? I had a thought It was just a simple thought Of a friend, very close, very clear But then it stopped looking so straight (When you wrote me) You found the hate (When you wrote me) You spend your whole time trying to make Me look like your main fool Don't be my enemy Can't you see, what you're doing to me Don't be my enemy Can't you see, what an effect this is having on me? Don't be my enemy Can't you see, what you're doing to me? Don't be my enemy Can't you see, what an effect this is having on me?
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Written by: DARREN COSTIN, JACK HUES, NICK FELDMAN
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"Don't Be My Enemy" is a song by Wang Chung, a British New Wave band that gained popularity during the 1980s. The members of the band are Jack Hues, Nick Feldman, and Darren Costin.
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Album InformationThis song is part of the album "Points on the Curve", which was Wang Chung's second album released in 1983. The album was a significant milestone in their career as it was their first to break into the U.S Billboard 200 chart.
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Genre and StyleLike Wang Chung's other songs, "Don't Be My Enemy" falls under the New Wave genre, which is a pop-rock style that emerged in the late '70s and incorporates electronic and experimental music elements.
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Chart PerformanceDespite not being released as a single, "Don't Be My Enemy" still managed to gain popularity among listeners, contributing to the success of the overall album.
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Notable LyricsThe line, "You know your green-eyed jealousy just don't seem friendly/ Stop this now or you'll end up alone", is noteworthy, possibly giving the song its title 'Don't Be My Enemy'.
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Music Video"Don't Be My Enemy" also garnered popularity due to its distinct music video which features a concept of the band members being in control of a monstrous creature through a video game.
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MessageThrough lyrics like "I don't want a rivalry, don’t want to fight with you", it is inferred that the song's idea revolves around a relationship turning sour, where one party doesn’t want to become enemies.
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LegacyAlthough not one of their highest charting hits like "Dance Hall Days" or "Everybody Have Fun Tonight", "Don't Be My Enemy" still holds a high nostalgic value among fans of the band and the 1980s New Wave era.
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Live PerformancesKnown for their engaging live performances, "Don't Be My Enemy" became a crowd favorite in Wang Chung’s live set lists. The song showcased the band's musical versatility and unique style.
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Cultural ReferencesWang Chung and their music, including "Don't Be My Enemy", were mentioned in popular culture such as in the movie "Guardians of the Galaxy".
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