Man on Mir
Bell X1
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She's like a stellar She's got a fella She knows Italian too She just started driving you I feel I know the man on Mir I'd love to see what he can see The black and grey that share his sleep Alone, alone Butterfly in cocoon I've lost my way I want my way To see the green and white and blue See the Great Wall See me and you I feel I know the man on Mir I'd love to see what he can see The black and grey that share his sleep Alone, alone Butterfly in cocoon
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Written by: BRIAN PATRICK CROSBY, DAVE BRIAN GERAGHTY, DOMINIC MICHAEL PHILLIPS, PAUL ANTHONY NOONAN
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Man on Mir" by Bell X1 is classified under the genre of alternative indie rock.
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Album DetailsThe song is a part of the band's third studio album, Flock, which was released in 2005.
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InspirationThe name "Man on Mir" is a reference to the space station Mir. Thus, the song may have been inspired by space travel or contemplations of the human condition from a space-bound perspective.
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Song ProductionThe song was recorded in Dublin, Ireland.
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Band's PopularityAt the time of the song's release, Bell X1 was one of the most popular bands in Ireland.
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Chart PerformanceWhile the song itself did not chart highly, the album Flock, which it's part of, went triple platinum and held the No. 1 spot in the Irish Albums Chart.
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Album's ReceptionAccording to critics, the Flock album represented a maturing of the band's sound, and "Man on Mir" is often noted as one of the standout tracks.
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Lyric ContentThe lyrics of "Man on Mir" touch on themes of isolation, disillusionment, and introspection, consistent with the band's penchant for poetic and often melancholic lyrics.
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Live Performances"Man on Mir" is favorably received during live performances and has remained a staple in Bell X1's concert repertoire.
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Band's EvolutionMembers of Bell X1 have commented that "Man on Mir" represents an important stage in their evolution as a band, as they moved away from the rock-oriented sound of earlier works to a more eclectic mix of styles.
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