An Olive Grove Facing the Sea

Snow Patrol

About An Olive Grove Facing the Sea

"An Olive Grove Facing the Sea" is a song from Snow Patrol's second album When It's All Over We Still Have to Clear Up. A re-recorded version featuring only vocalist Gary Lightbody's singing and guitar was released on the bands' 2009 compilation album Up to Now, and was later released digitally as the second single from the album.


Year:
2001
5:18
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Sworn to secrecy 
I might go after school 
She was an angel 
I saw her swimming there 
I am in such a mess 
I can't cope with this 
She just teases me 
Pretends she can't see me here

So let me go up there 
I can be fresh air 
Stay with you all night 
Just let me love you 

Just for a while or two 
Be with you all night 
Be with you all night 
Just let me fall asleep
Just let me fall asleep 
Just let me fall asleep 
Just let me fall asleep

Just let me be here 
I won't tell anyone 
Don't want to wake up 
Don't want to wake up

The blind lead the blind 
So I can't help find my way 
This could be heaven 
I don't know where I am 
I am too scared 
To come out from behind here 
My body is aching 
It feels like it's wearing me

So let me go up there 
I can be fresh air 
Stay with you all night 
Just let me love you 
Just for a while or two 
Be with you all night 
Be with you all night 
Just let me fall asleep 

Just let me fall asleep
Just let me fall asleep 
Just let me fall asleep
Just let me be here 
I won't tell anyone 
Don't want to wake up 
Don't want to wake up

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Snow Patrol

Snow Patrol are a British alternative rock band formed at the University of Dundee in 1994. The group comprises Gary Lightbody (vocals, guitar), Jonny Quinn (drums), Nathan Connolly (guitar, backing vocals), Paul Wilson (bass guitar, backing vocals) and Tom Simpson (keyboards). (piano, guitar, backing vocals). Initially an indie rock band, their first three records, the EP Starfighter Pilot (1997), and the studio albums Songs for Polarbears (1998) and When It's All Over We Still Have to Clear Up (2001), were commercially unsuccessful and were released by the independent labels Electric Honey and Jeepster respectively. The band then signed on to the major record label Polydor Records in 2002. more »

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Written by: GARY LIGHTBODY, JONATHAN QUINN, MARK MCCLELLAND

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12 facts about this song

Song Title and Artist
"An Olive Grove Facing the Sea" is a song by Northern Irish-Scottish rock band Snow Patrol.
Album Affiliation
This song is a track on their second studio album, "When It's All Over We Still Have to Clear Up," which was released in 2001.
Genre Classification
The song is generally classified as Alternative/Indie.
Song Inspiration
The song title draws a vivid picture, making it seem like it was written somewhere serene and peaceful, such as in an olive grove by the sea.
Song Reception
Although not released as a single, the song is known to be one of Snow Patrol's classic hits among fans.
Re-release
In 2019, Snow Patrol announced a reworked version of this song to mark the album's 20th anniversary.
Themes
The song's lyrics are known for their evocative and emotionally resonant themes, dealing with love, loss, and regret.
Live Performances
The band has continued to perform the song live during their concerts, indicating its lasting popularity among fans.
Music Style
The song follows Snow Patrol's typical style, with melodic guitar lines, heartfelt lyrics, and an emphasis on the emotive quality of music.
Lead Vocalist
The song features lead vocalist Gary Lightbody, who is known for his distinctive, emotive delivery.
Poetic Imagery
Critics and fans alike have applauded the song for its poetic use of language and imagery, painting picturesque scenes in the listeners' minds.
Acoustic Version
A stripped-back, acoustic version of "An Olive Grove Facing the Sea" is also available, displaying the band's versatility and allowing for a different interpretation of the song.

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