After the Fire
Roger Daltrey
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After the fire the fire still burns The heart grows older but never ever learns The memories smolder and the soul always yearns After the fire the fire still burns I heard a voice asking what happens after the fire And then the sound of a breaking window and the scream of a tire And then the sound of a distant gun and the cry of a hungry child The night is hot But nothing's gonna stop This gang going wild After the fire the fire still burns The heart grows older but never ever learns The memories smolder and the soul always yearns After the fire the fire still burns I saw Matt Dillon in black and white there ain't no colour in memories He rode his brother's Harley across the TV while I was laughing at Dom deLuise. Now I'm cycling all my video tapes, I'm crying and I'm joking I've gotta stop drinking I've gotta stop thinking I've gotta stop smoking After the fire the fire still burns The heart grows older but never ever learns The memories smolder and the soul always yearns After the fire the fire still burns The fire still burns, raging through the pain Blackening the promises the tears and the rain The fire will burn 'Til the wind begins to turn And it all begins again After the fire the fire still burns The heart grows older but never ever learns The memories smolder and the soul always yearns After the fire the fire still burns
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Written by: PETER DENNIS BLANDFOR TOWNSHEND
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"After the Fire" is a song that features collaborations with two very popular members of the rock band, The Who. Lead guitarist and primary songwriter Pete Townshend and lead vocalist Roger Daltrey, both contributed to the production of this track.
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Song BackgroundPete Townshend wrote "After the Fire" for his solo album "White City: A Novel", which was released in November 1985.
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Album Concept"White City: A Novel" is a concept album that explores different narratives about the urban decay and racial tensions in the West London suburb where Townshend grew up.
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Song MessageThe lyrics in "After the Fire" convey the romanticized idea of the aftermath of disaster being a platform for new growth, change and rebellion.
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Roger Daltrey's VersionRoger Daltrey covered "After the Fire" in his 1985 album "Under a Raging Moon". The album was a tribute to Keith Moon, the late drummer of The Who.
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Chart PerformanceRoger Daltrey's version of "After the Fire" reached number 48 on the US Billboard Hot 100 charts in 1985.
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Concert PerformanceThe song was performed by The Who at the Concert for New York City in 2001. The event was organized to honor the first responders and those lost in the September 11 attacks. The symbolic meaning behind the song resonated with the audience during this event.
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Music VideoThe music video for Roger's version of "After the Fire" was nominated for Best Art Direction at the 1986 MTV Video Music Awards.
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Television AppearanceIn 1985, Roger Daltrey performed his cover version of "After the Fire" on the popular late night show, "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson."
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Fan Reception"After the Fire" has since become a well-loved song among fans of The Who and both Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey, praising the poignant lyrics and memorable melody.
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