Ode to Boy

Alison Moyet

About Ode to Boy

"Ode to Boy" is a song by British synthpop duo Yazoo. Originally the B-side to their 1982 hit "The Other Side of Love", it was later included on their second and final studio album You and Me Both in 1983. Where as Yazoo's version is a sparse atmospheric track with synths and percussion, vocalist Alison Moyet later recorded her own version of the song in an uptempo indie-rock style for her 1994 album Essex.


Year:
1994
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When he moves 
I watch him from behind
He turns and laughter 
Flickers in his eyes
Intent and direct when he speaks 
I watch his lips

When he drives 
I love to watch his hands
White and smooth 
Almost feminine
Almost American
I have to watch him

In his face 
Age descends on youth
Exaggeration on the truth
He caught me looking then 
But soon his eyes forgot
And everything he seems to do
Reflects just another 
Shade of blue
I saw her searching into you 
And ached a while

I watch his lips 
Caress the glass
His fingers stroke 
The stem and pass
To lift a cigarette at last
He dries his eyes
From a shadow by the stair
I watch as he weeps unaware
That I'm in awe of his despair

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Alison Moyet

Alison Moyet (born Geneviève Alison Jane Moyet 18 June 1961, Billericay) is an English singer, songwriter and performer noted for her bluesy contralto voice. more »

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Ode to Boy" is a song by the British synth-pop duo Yazoo, initially released in their 1983 album, "You and Me Both".
Composer
The track was composed by Vince Clarke, the founding member of Yazoo, who later achieved further success as a member of Erasure.
Lead Vocal
The song is noted for the powerful vocal performance of Alison Moyet, the other half of Yazoo. Moyet's soulful, bluesy delivery contrasts with the synth-pop sound of Yazoo.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics are ambiguous when it comes to the gender of the "boy" referred to, and that has been a topic for continuous discussion among fans and critics alike.
Re-release
Moyet re-released a slower, more melodic version of "Ode to Boy" as a solo artist on her 1991 album "Hoodoo", showing her versatility as an artist.
Performance
The song was never released as a single, but it has often been played live by both Alison Moyet and Vince Clarke (with Erasure) in the years since its first release.
Impact
The song is recognised for its contribution to electronic music development during the early 80s and its influence on many bands and artists that followed.
Cover Version
The song has been covered by various artists over the years, including an acapella version by the indie-pop band "The Free Design” in 2001, highlighting its enduring appeal.
Music Video
Despite not being a Yazoo single, Alison Moyet's solo version of "Ode to Boy" got its own music video when it was included in her 1991 album "Hoodoo".
Legacy
"Ode to Boy" remains as one of the beloved songs by Yazoo and Alison Moyet, offering a blend of synth-pop with emotional depth, something that both the band and Moyet as a solo artist have been praised for over the years.

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