The King Is Dead
Go West
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The king is dead, no doubt about it We came a long way just to say goodbye And in the end it was some old swan song The king is dead, you'd never know it But we got pictures of a different man He's flesh and blood, no-one knows all the answers Some days we just do the best we can You changed my mind in a minute It breaks my heart to admit it Don't make me say The king is dead, the show is over We came a long way, just to turn around Lesson learned, no-one knows all the answers Some days we just do the best we can You changed my mind in a minute It breaks my heart to admit it No-one's to blame You let me in behind the lies But you're no use to me life size, oh No-one's to blame, yeah Some days we just do the best we can You changed my mind in a minute It breaks my heart to admit it Don't make me say The king is dead The king is dead King is dead King is dead King is dead ...
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Written by: COX, DRUMMIE
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11 facts about this song
Release Year"The King Is Dead" was released in the year 1987.
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Track listingThis song is part of Go West's second studio album, "Dancing on the Couch," which contains a total of 10 tracks.
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Music GenreThe song belongs to the genre of pop and new wave, common styles in the ’80s and characterized by Go West's distinctive sound.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its popularity, "The King Is Dead" fell just short of the top 40 in the UK Singles Chart, peaking at No. 67.
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ArtworkThe album cover for "Dancing on the Couch," the album including "The King Is Dead," is noteworthy for its contemporary art design, featuring highly stylized portraits of the band members.
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Song LengthWith a runtime of just over 4 minutes and 20 seconds, "The King Is Dead" is one of the longer songs on the album.
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Duo CompositionGo West is a duo of musicians Peter Cox and Richard Drummie, who wrote and performed "The King Is Dead."
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Live PerformancesThe song has been performed live numerous times by Go West during their tours in the late '80s and has remained a beloved fan favorite.
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Critical ConservationsEven though it was not a huge chart hit, "The King Is Dead" is often hailed by fans and critics alike for its haunting lyrics and powerful vocal performance.
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Band's SuccessGo West enjoyed considerable success during the late '80s and early '90s, and while "The King Is Dead" may not be their most notable hit, it encapsulates the talent and style that defined the duo's music.
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Song MessageThe song is widely interpreted as a reflection on the reality of fleeting fame and the eventual downfall of those once seen as 'kings' in the entertainment industry.
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