Waterfall

The Stone Roses

About Waterfall

"Waterfall" is the ninth single from The Stone Roses. The fourth single taken from their debut album The Stone Roses, it was released in 1991 and reached number 27 in the UK Singles Chart. Unlike the album version, the single version was remixed by Paul Oakenfold and Steve Osborne. The song was placed at number 5 in a 2013 poll, by readers of The Guardian, of their "all-time favourite songs by the band."


Year:
2002
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Chimes sing Sunday morn
Today's the day she's sworn
To steal what she never could own
And race from this hole she calls home

Now you're at the wheel
Tell me how how does it feel
So good to have equalized
To lift up the lids of your eyes

As the miles they disappear
See land begin to clear
Free from the filth and the scum
This American satellite's won

She'll carry on through it all
She's a waterfall

She'll carry on through it all
She's a waterfall

See the steeple pine
The hills as old as time
Soon to be put to the test
To be whipped by the winds of the west

Stands on shifting sands
The scales held in her hands
The wind it just whips her and wails
And fills up her brigatine sails

She'll carry on through it all
She's a waterfall

She'll carry on through it all
She's a waterfall

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The Stone Roses

The Stone Roses are a British alternative rock band formed in Manchester in 1983. They were one of the pioneering groups of the Madchester movement that was active during the late 1980s and early 1990s. The band's most successful lineup consists of vocalist Ian Brown, guitarist John Squire, bassist Gary "Mani" Mounfield, and drummer Alan "Reni" Wren. more »

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Written by: Ian George Brown, John Squire

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13 facts about this song

Band Information
"Waterfall" is a song by the English rock band The Stone Roses.
Album Release
It was originally released as the fourth single from their eponymous debut album "The Stone Roses" in 1991.
Charts
The song reached number 27 in the UK Singles Chart upon its release.
Sequel Song
The track is followed by the song “Don’t Stop,” which is essentially “Waterfall” played in reverse with new lyrics.
Music Video
The 'Waterfall' was the only song from the Roses’ debut album to feature a music video.
Sampling
The song features samples from the band's other songs, creating a layered sound that was innovative for its time.
Art Inspiration
Ian Brown, the band's lead singer, claims the song was inspired by the works of French painter Henri Rousseau.
Legacy
Despite not hitting high spots in charts, the song is often considered as one of the best songs by The Stone Roses by fans and music critics.
Cover Version
It was covered by British singer Cheryl Cole for her debut studio album, 3 Words (2009).
Live Performances
The song has been included in most of the band’s setlists for their live performances, and it usually receives a great crowd response.
Lyrics
The lyrics are thought to be about a woman breaking free from her restraints.
Notable Recognition
In a 2006 poll for Q magazine, readers voted "Waterfall" as number 9 in a list of "100 Greatest Songs Ever".
John Leckie
The producer, played a key role in developing the band's sound on this track and the entire album. He has been praised for his work on the album, which has since become a classic.

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