From Despair to Where
Manic Street Preachers
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I write this alone on my bed I've poisoned every room in my house The place is quiet and so alone Pretend there's something worth waiting for. There's nothing nice in my head The adult world took it all away Wake up with the same spit in my mouth Cannot tell if it's real or not. I try to walk in a straight line An imitation of dignity From despair to where From despair to where Outside opened mouthed cows Pass each other as if their drugged Down pale corridors of routine Where life falls unatoned The weak kick like straw Till the world means less and less Words are never enough Just cheap tarnished glitter I try to walk in a straight line An imitation of dignity From despair to where From despair to where A cripple walks in a straight line An imitation of dignity From despair to where From despair to where
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Written by: JAMES BRADFIELD, NICHOLAS JONES, RICHARD EDWARDS, SEAN MOORE
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12 facts about this song
Artist Background"From Despair to Where" is a song by the Manic Street Preachers, a Welsh rock band that became popular in the 1990s.
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Release DateThe song was released in June 1992.
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Album PlacementIt is the first single from their second studio album, "Gold Against the Soul."
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 33 on the UK Singles Chart, despite its dark themes and heavy rock sound.
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Song Meaning"From Despair to Where" is often interpreted as a commentary on alienation and disillusionment.
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Lyrical StyleThe lyrics, written by band-member Nicky Wire, are full of literary references - a trait characteristic of Manic Street Preachers' early work.
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Music VideoThe video for the song displays the band performing in a room decorated with pictures of cultural icons, accentuating the social commentary themes of the song.
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Performance StyleThe vocals on "From Despair to Where" are known for their high emotive delivery, performed by lead singer James Dean Bradfield.
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Musical ElementsThe song features a juxtaposition of hard rock guitars with hauntingly melancholic lyrics, creating a unique sound that would become a characteristic trait of the band's music in the years to follow.
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InfluenceDespite its modest chart placement, the song is often considered a fan favorite, highlighting the band’s formative sound and lyrical depth.
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Live Performances"From Despair to Where" has been performed live multiple times by the band and continues to be a staple in their concerts.
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Critics' ReviewCritics often highlight the song as a good example of the band's social commentary and clever wordplay.
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