Good Man in a Storm
Level 42
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It just occurred to me I must be blind Why do I try so hard to keep my cool When I'm about to lose my mind There was a vision Flashing by Of a summers' day I spent with you Of a child who never learnt how to cry When those around me Fall in despair I call upon my common sense 'Cause someone has to care A sudden decision I can't explain Though I've often tried to change the rules The game remains the same For love I've played the part so many times It fits me like a glove But I'm the victim In the bitter end I know you need me to be strong L just don't know how much longer I can pretend You always need me to be A good man in a storm It sometimes scares me The further we go Just how much we understand And just how much we know So whatever happened In our hearts While making perfect sense of life We still remain so far apart You always want me to be A good man in a storm Trying to fit the social norm And be a good man in a storm Trying hard since I was born To be a good man in a storm
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Written by: PHILIP GABRIEL GOULD, MARK KING
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
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11 facts about this song
Band Formation"Good Man in a Storm" is a song by British band Level 42. This band was formed in 1979 on the Isle of Wight by brothers Mark and Phil Gould, Mike Lindup, and Wally Badarou.
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Album Placement"Good Man in a Storm" is one of the tracks on Level 42’s 6th studio album, "World Machine," which was released in 1985.
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Musical CompositionThe song beautifully blends the genres of jazz, pop, and rock, showcasing the band's musical versatility.
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CreditsThe song, "Good Man in a Storm," was written by lead vocalist and bassist Mark King, keyboardist Mike Lindup, and lyricist Boon Gould.
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Critical AcclaimThe album "World Machine," featuring "Good Man in a Storm," received favourable reviews from critics and helped solidify Level 42's popularity in the mid-1980s. The band's unique sound, combining rock and jazz with dance music, was particularly lauded.
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Chart PerformanceWhile "Good Man in Storm" wasn't released as a single, the album it features on, "World Machine," achieved significant chart success. It peaked at No. 3 in the UK Albums Chart.
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Lyrics InterpretationOne interpretation of "Good Man in a Storm" lyrics is that it talks about the promises a man makes to his lover, promising to be the calm and stability in the chaotic "storm" of life.
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Band’s Line-UpAt the time of the "World Machine" album release, the band had notably included a fifth member, guitarist Boon Gould, to their original quartet.
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Live PerformancesLevel 42 often included "Good Man in a Storm" in their tour setlists during the mid-1980s.
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ReissuesThe "World Machine" album, including good man in a storm, has been reissued several times since its original release, most recently in 2007 and 2012. Both reissues included bonus tracks.
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InstrumentsThe instrumentation in "Good Man in a Storm" prominently features Mark King's signature slap-bass style, along with synthesizers played by Mike Lindup, contributing to the song's distinctive '80s sound.
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