Newborn
Elbow
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I'll be the corpse in your bathtub Useless I'll be as deaf as a post If you hold me like a newborn Whisper what you feel My badly strung declaration To You You'll spend the end of your days Gently smiling like a newborn Whisper what you feel My badly strung declaration To You You'll spend the end of your days Gently smiling like a newborn Love not by degrees Press your lips To my eyes Taste my tears On your tongue, Pull the blinds Play our song Nothings changed Nothing could be wrong. Scream in the night Kick and strike Like a newborn Holding me shaking Awake in the dark All of these promises Kept and unbroken Tracing the scars Tracing the scars Even and cold As we both become older. Your arms bound about me The hush in your voice. The warmth of your fingers Entwined around mine In the eve of our lives Never a choice.
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Written by: Peter James Turner, Richard Barry Jupp, Craig Lee Potter, Mark Potter, Guy Edward John Garvey
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Band's formationElbow, the band that produced "Newborn," was formed in Bury, Greater Manchester, England, in 1997, a few years before the song was released.
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Album informationThe song "Newborn" is from their debut studio album titled "Asleep in the Back," which was released in 2001.
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GenreElbow is known for its alternative rock genre and "Newborn" is a clear example of this, featuring atmospheric and expansive soundscapes, often likened to progressive rock.
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Song lengthThis track is one of the band's longer compositions, running for seven and a half minutes.
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Critical AcclaimThe album "Asleep in the Back," including "Newborn," received widespread critical acclaim and was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize in 2001.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Newborn" feature emotionally charged and poetic motifs, which has become a signature of the band. The song's narrative speaks about the complex emotions of becoming a new parent.
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Band membersThe song features poignant vocals from lead singer Guy Garvey, as well as atmospheric instrumentation from band members Mark Potter, Craig Potter, Pete Turner, and Richard Jupp.
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Live Performances"Newborn" is known for its impressive live performances, often featuring extended jams and audience participation.
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Public receptionDespite not being a commercial hit, the song is much revered by fans and is often considered one of Elbow's best works.
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Later RecognitionNME Magazine hailed it as one of the standout tracks of its parent album.
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Music VideoThe music video for the track features various shots of nighttime cityscapes, reflecting the song's atmospheric tone.
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Song's LegacyThe song is often credited with helping to establish the band's unique musical style and laying the groundwork for their later success. This is specifically seen in their 2008 Mercury Prize-winning album, "The Seldom Seen Kid."
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