Cleopatra

The Lumineers

About Cleopatra

"Cleopatra" is a song recorded by American folk rock band The Lumineers. The song serves as the title track to their second studio album of the same name. "Cleopatra" was released as the album's second single on March 25, 2016.


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I was Cleopatra, I was young and an actress
When you knelt by my mattress, and asked for my hand
But I was sad you asked it, as I laid in a black dress
With my father in a casket, I had no plans, yeah

And I left the footprints, the mud stained on the carpet
And it hardened like my heart did when you left town
But I must admit it, that I would marry you in an instant
Damn your wife, I'd be your mistress just to have you around

But I was late for this, late for that, late for the love of my life
And when I die alone, when I die alone, when I die I'll be on time

While the church discouraged, any lust that burned within me
Yes my flesh, it was my currency, but I held true
So I drive a taxi, and the traffic distracts me
From the strangers in my backseat, they remind me of you

But I was late for this, late for that, late for the love of my life
And when I die alone, when I die alone, when I die I'll be on time

And the only gifts from my Lord were a birth and a divorce
But I've read this script and the costume fits, so I'll play my part

I was Cleopatra, I was taller than the rafters
But that's all in the past now, gone with the wind
Now a nurse in white shoes leads me back to my guestroom
It's a bed and a bathroom
And a place for the end

I won't be late for this, late for that, late for the love of my life
And when I die alone, when I die alone, when I die I'll be on time

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The Lumineers

The Lumineers are an American folk rock band based in Denver, Colorado. The core band consists of Wesley Schultz on guitar and lead vocals, Jeremiah Fraites on drums, percussion, mandolin and vocals, and Neyla Pekarek on cello, mandolin, piano, and vocals, with added musicians for tours. Their self-titled debut album was released on Dualtone Records on April 3, 2012, peaking at number 11 on the Billboard 200 chart. more »

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Written by: Wesley Schultz, Simone Felice, Jeremy Fraites

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12 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Cleopatra" is a track from The Lumineers' second studio album also named "Cleopatra." The album was released on April 8, 2016.
Album Success
The "Cleopatra" album reached number one on both the Billboard 200 chart in the US and the Canadian Albums Chart.
Inspiration Behind the Song
The song "Cleopatra" was inspired by a real-life woman who The Lumineers’ lead vocalist, Wesley Schultz, had met.
Storyline
The lyrics tell the story of a female taxi driver who had the chance to marry her love but never took it, and she was often reminiscing about her past.
Based on True Story
Schultz wrote this song after meeting a taxi driver in the Republic of Georgia. The woman told him about her life and how she was once proposed to, but due to circumstances, she never got back to him and has spent her life thinking about "what if?"
Single Release
"Cleopatra" was released as the second single from the album on March 25, 2016.
Chart Performance
The song "Cleopatra" reached number four on the Billboard Adult Alternative Songs chart and number two on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart in the US.
Song Composition
As with many of The Lumineers' songs, "Cleopatra" is notable for its raw, acoustic sound and powerful lyrics.
International Recognition
The song also gained international success, charting in several countries including Australia, Canada, and Belgium.
Music Video
The music video for "Cleopatra" was released in July 2016, and forms part of a series of music videos that tells the story of each of the characters in the album's songs. The video for "Cleopatra" tells the story of the album’s female lead, Cleopatra herself.
Impact
The song has left a significant impact on fans and critics, with many praising its lyrical depth and emotional resonance.
Writing & Production
"Cleopatra" was written by Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites, and was produced by Simone Felice.

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