Sing for Absolution
Muse
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Lips are turning blue A kiss that can't renew I only dream of you My beautiful Tiptoe to your room A starlight in the gloom I only dream of you And you never knew Sing for absolution I will be singing Falling from your grace There's nowhere left to hide In no one to confide The truth runs deep inside And will never die Lips are turning blue A kiss that can't renew I only dream of you My beautiful Sing for absolution I will be singing Falling from your grace Sing for absolution I will be singing Falling from your grace Our wrongs remain unrectified And our souls won't be exhumed
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Written by: MATTHEW JAMES BELLAMY
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Album Information"Sing for Absolution" is a track from Muse's third studio album, "Absolution." Released in 2003, the album was a huge success globally and considered a breakthrough for the band.
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Chart SuccessThe song was released as the album's fourth single in May 2004, reaching #16 in the UK Singles Chart – making it the album's second-lowest charting single.
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Music VideoThe music video for the track, directed by Ark VFX, is set in a post-apocalyptic universe and features the band in a spaceship, navigating through a devastated city.
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Live PerformancesDespite not being a regular in live shows, "Sing For Absolution" was part of Muse's setlist during their Absolution tour.
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Song StyleThe song is noted for its atmospheric tone, expressive piano melodies, and powerful vocals by vocalist Matthew Bellamy, fitting well into the band's usual rock-electronica style.
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Track Length"Sing for Absolution" has a total duration of approximately 4 minutes and 54 seconds, making it one of the longer tracks on the "Absolution" album.
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InspirationThe track, like much of the Absolution album, deals with themes of fear, uncertainty, and the end of the world, reflecting the turbulent global scenario at the onset of the 21st century.
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Cover ArtThe single's cover art features a close-up of the three band members' faces merged together - a reference to its distinct role in the album as the song that expresses the intent to seek forgiveness.
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Critical ReceptionWhile not as acclaimed as some other tracks from the same album like "Time Is Running Out" or "Hysteria", "Sing for Absolution" was generally positively received for its poignant lyrics and powerful composition.
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Band MembersIn addition to Bellamy, Muse consists of Christopher Wolstenholme on bass and Dominic Howard on drums, both of whom contributed to the production and performance of "Sing for Absolution."
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