Across the Night
Silverchair
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Across the night It was the moon that stole my slumber Across the night I fell in love with people sleeping And hugged a man's arthritic shoulder I fell tired, asleep in a golden ocean Your eyes perspired, a spike in my fascination I don't mean to make you cry But this feeling will run right through the night And I'll only make you cry with these feelings Sleepless, untamed without a leash on the light around me So let us be married and have another baby 'cause I don't want to be lonely I just want to be alone Yeah let's just get married shouting baby, baby, babies "You'll never sleep at all" But I don't want to be lonely Never seen the sunshine From higher ponts than sunrise I don't want to be lonely I just want to be alone
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Written by: DANIEL JOHNS
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13 facts about this song
SongBackground"Across the Night" is the opening track of the album "Diorama," released in 2002 by the Australian rock band, Silverchair.
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Lyric InspirationDaniel Johns, the lead singer of the band, stated that the song was inspired by his sleep disorders. Specifically, it's based on his experiences with sleep paralysis and night terrors.
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Musical ArrangementThe song is notable for its complex musical arrangement. It starts with a gentle piano and voice and builds to include a full orchestra and choir.
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Orchestral ContributionThe orchestration for "Across the Night" was conducted by renowned composer David Hirschfelder, best known for scoring films like "Australia," and "Elizabeth."
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Album SuccessAlthough "Across the Night" was not released as a single, it contributed to the overall success of the "Diorama" album, which won both Album of the Year and Best Rock Album at the 2002 ARIA Music Awards.
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Critical ReceptionThe song is often praised for its emotional depth and complex arrangements, breaking away from Silverchair's grunge roots. It is frequently mentioned as one of the highlights of the album.
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Song Length"Across the Night" is the longest track on the album, clocking in at just over five minutes.
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Live PerformancesThe song was a staple of Silverchair's live performances during their "Diorama" tour. However, due to its complex arrangement, it required supplemental musicians on stage to be effectively performed live.
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Fan Appreciation"Across the Night" has been frequently cited by fans as one of their favorite Silverchair songs, and is amongst their most requested at concerts, due to its unique, evocative nature.
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Lyric ThemeThe lyrics of the song are about finding tranquility and beauty in the darkness, both literal and metaphorical, which reflects Daniel Johns' personal struggle.
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Impact of Personal Struggles"Across the Night" is seen as a pivotal point in Daniel Johns’ career in terms of songwriting due to the open acknowledgment of his health and emotional troubles.
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Music VideoWhilst not a commercial single, a music video was still produced for "Across the Night." The video is set inside a sprawling mansion and features Johns surrounded by an assortment of bizarre characters.
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Media PresenceDespite not being a chart-topper, "Across the Night" is often featured in Silverchair's Spotify playlist and garners fairly high plays as compared to other tracks.
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