Don't Tell Me

Blancmange

About Don't Tell Me

"Don't Tell Me" is a song by English synthpop duo Blancmange, released in 1984 as the third single from their second studio album Mange Tout. It was written by Neil Arthur and Stephen Luscombe, and produced by Peter Collins. "Don't Tell Me" reached No. 8 in the UK and remained in the charts for ten weeks. A music video was filmed in Valencia to promote the single.


Year:
1984
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You held my hand and walked me home I know
While you gave me that kiss it was something like this it made me go ooh ohh

You wiped my tears, got rid of all my fears, why did you have to go
Guess it wasn't enough to take up some of my love 
Guys are so hard to trust
Did I not tell you that I'm not like that girl 
The one who gives it all away

Did you think that I was gonna give it up to you, this time
Did you think that it was somethin' I was gonna do and cry
Don't try to tell me what to do,
Don't try to tell me what to say,
Your better off that way

Don't think that your charm and the fact that your arm is now around my neck
Will get you in my pants I'll have to kick your ass and make you never forget 
I'm gonna ask you to stop, thought I liked you a lot, but I'm really upset 
Get out of my head get off of my bed yeah that's what I said
Did I not tell you that I'm not like that girl, the one who, throws it all away

Did you think that I was gonna give it up to you, this time 
Did you think that it was somethin' I was gonna do and cry
Don't try to tell me what to do,
Don't try to tell me what to say,
Your better off that way

This guilt trip that you put me on won't, mess me up I've done no wrong
Any thoughts of you and me have gone away

Did you think that I was gonna give it up to you, this time 
Did you think that it was somethin' I was gonna do and cry
Don't try to tell me what to do,
Dont try to tell me what to say,
Your better off that way

Better off that way 
I'm better off alone anyway

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Blancmange

Blancmange ( /bləˈmɒnʒ/ or /bləˈmɑːndʒ/, from French blanc-manger French pronunciation: ​[blɑ̃mɑ̃ʒe]; part of the cake family, also known as shape) is a sweet dessert commonly made with milk or cream and sugar thickened with gelatin, cornstarch or Irish moss (a source of carrageenan), and often flavored with almonds. It is usually set in a mould and served cold. Although traditionally white, blancmanges are frequently given a pink color as well. Some similar desserts are Bavarian cream, vanilla pudding (in US usage), panna cotta, and haupia. more »

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Written by: Neil Arthur, Stephen Alfred Luscombe

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Album Classification
"Don't Tell Me" is a song by the British band Blancmange. It's from their second studio album, titled "Mange Tout", which was released in 1984.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 8 on the UK Singles Chart, making it Blancmange's third and last Top 10 hit song in the UK.
Genre Classification
The song and the album it features on are classified under the synth-pop genre, a sub-genre of new wave music that gained popularity during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Music Video Details
The music video for "Don't Tell Me" features band members Neil Arthur and Stephen Luscombe in various set pieces, including an interrogation scene which played on the song's lyrical content.
Songwriting
"Don't Tell Me" was written by Blancmange member Neil Arthur. His songwriting often featured a blend of poignant and whimsical lyrics, which were delivered in a deadpan style.
Unique Interpretation
During live performances of the song, Blancmange often incorporated more acoustic elements, diverging from the predominantly electronic sound of their studio recordings.
Longevity
Despite never achieving the same level of commercial success after their peak in the mid-1980s, Blancmange has retained a cult following, with "Don't Tell Me" remaining one of their most popular songs.
Inspiration
It's reported that "Don't Tell Me" and the "Mange Tout" album were heavily inspired by a diverse array of musical influences such as David Bowie, Kraftwerk, and traditional Indian music.
US exposure
Despite their success in the UK, Blancmange struggled to break into the American music scene. "Don't Tell Me", however, did reach number 33 on the US Dance/Club Play charts.
Cover Versions
"Don't Tell Me" has been covered by various artists over the years, including the Canadian synth-pop duo, MXMS, in 2018. This demonstrates the song's enduring legacy within the synth-pop genre.

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