Mind of a Toy
Visage
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My painted face is chipped and cratcked My mind seems to fade too fast Clutching straws, sinking slow Nothing lasts, nothing lasts A puppets motions controlled by a string By a stranger I've never met A nod of the head and a pull of a thread I can't say no, can't say no When a child throws down a toy When I was new you wanted me Now I'm old you no longer see me When a child throws down a toy Spite for girl, hate for boy When a child throws out a toy I'm all dressed up and no where to go On a music box that never stop I'll dance for if you want me to Move in time, move in time A wooden head and a broken heart Used, abused and torn apart I gave you my best and you gave me the rest It's time to die, time to die
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Written by: PETER ANSELM EGAN, MIDGE URE, BILLY CURRIE, JOHN MCGEOGH, STEVE STRANGE, DAVE FORMULA
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15 facts about this song
Release Information"Mind of a Toy" was released in March 1982 as the third single by the British synthpop band, Visage.
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Chart PerformanceDespite a fairly cool reception, the song managed to reach the number 13th spot on the UK singles chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song was directed by Tim Pope, who has also worked with prominent artists like 'The Cure' and 'Soft Cell'.
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Visage's LineupAt the time of the song's release, the band lineup included renowned musicians such as Midge Ure of Ultravox and Billy Currie, also of Ultravox and Tubeway Army.
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Notable LyricsOne of the most recognized lyrics in the song is "But only if you're going to criticize," which encapsulates the band's avant-garde approach to music.
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Album"Mind of a Toy" was also included in the band’s self-titled debut studio album, Visage, released in 1980.
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GenreThe track is typically classified as synthpop, but it includes elements of both New Wave and electronic music.
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Iconic FrontmanThe band's frontman, Steve Strange, is remembered for his unique style, including his androgynous look and experimental fashion choices, which often extended to the band's music videos.
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B-SideThe B-side of the single was a track entitled "We Move”, though “Mind of a Toy” remained the popular track.
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Artistic InfluenceAs well as being a significant contribution to synthpop in the 80s, "Mind of a Toy" is also thought to have been an influence on other futuristic and electronic bands of the era.
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Concert PerformancesDespite being a popular single, "Mind of a Toy" was seldom performed live by Visage.
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Personal MeaningThe song touches on the concept of feeling like a plaything in society's hands, a theme that resonated with many listeners.
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Re-sequence in AlbumInterestingly, in the North American release of the album, "Mind of a Toy" was made the second track while in the original UK release, it's placed as fifth track.
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ArtworkThe cover art for 'Mind of a Toy' featured the iconic image of Steve Strange as a pierrot, a type of pantomime character.
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Reissues & Covers"Mind of a Toy" has been reissued and covered by multiple artists since its original release in 1982, further attesting to its classic status in the synth-pop genre.
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