Refugees

The Tears

About Refugees

"Refugees" is the debut single by The Tears, released on 25 April 2005 on Independiente Records. It charted at number 9 on the UK Singles Chart.


Year:
2005
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You are the dust and,
I am the rain,
Lets go out in the rust and
Let's gather the change

Let's take to the streets
You and I we're life's refugees
But like Bonnie and Clyde we're free
Don't say there's nothing between us

You stain the pavements
I'll take the blame
Our love is our savior
Our life is our grave

Let's take to the streets
You and I we're life's refugees
But like Bonnie and Clyde we're free
Don't say there's nothing between us

â??Cause we're all refugees
And we're all drifting like leaves
But like Bonnie and Clyde we're free
Don't say there's nothing between us

We'll live for the sunshine
And smile through the rain

And we're all refugees
And we're all drifting like leaves
But like Bonnie and Clyde we're free
Don't say there's nothing between us

So let's take to the streets
You and I compete with the freaks
And like Bonnie and Clyde we're free
Don't say there's nothing between us

Well there's nothing between us
Well there's nothing between us

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The Tears

The Tears were an English rock band, formed in 2004 by ex-Suede bandmates Brett Anderson and Bernard Butler. The band was a much anticipated reunion of an acclaimed songwriting couple, and music critics praised their first concerts and their debut album, Here Come The Tears. However, this was to be their only release, as they disbanded in 2006, due to Brett Anderson moving his focus towards his solo albums (and later on, reuniting Suede without Butler), and Bernard Butler retiring from performing and starting a career as a producer and songwriter (for Duffy and Kate Nash among others). more »

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Written by: AL KOOPER, MIKE BLOOMFIELD

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14 facts about this song

Band Composition
"Refugees" is a song by the band 'The Tears' that was formed by former Suede bandmates Brett Anderson and Bernard Butler in 2004.
Song Release
"Refugees" was released as the first single from their album 'Here Come The Tears' in April 2005.
Chart Ratings
The song performed decently on the charts, with "Refugees" peaking at number 9 in the UK Singles Chart.
Album Influence
The emotional depth of "Refugees" materializes the band's name, 'The Tears', signifying both sorrow and joy.
Music Video
The music video for "Refugees" was directed by David Mould, who has worked with bands like Oasis and Suede.
Song Theme
The song, 'Refugees', portrays themes of longing, loss, and hope.
Album Review
'Here Come The Tears' and the single "Refugees" received favourable reviews, with many music critics praising the band's mature sound and evocative lyrics.
Song Length
"Refugees" is approximately 2 minutes and 56 seconds long, making it one of the shorter, but impactful songs on the album.
Suede's Reunion
Interestingly, after The Tears disbanded in 2006, Anderson and Butler reformed Suede, and some of the styles and themes from "Refugees" continued to influence their work.
Limited Vinyl Release
"Refugees" was released on limited edition vinyl featuring three songs, making it a coveted item among collectors, highlighting its popularity and significance.
Lyrics Writing
The lyrics of "Refugees" were written by Brett Anderson, where he again proved his talent for connecting experiences and emotions through heartfelt lyrics.
Song Recognition
In an audience poll by Suede's fan club, "Refugees" was voted amongst the top three favourite songs by The Tears.
Live Performances
"Refugees" was regularly performed live during The Tears' tours, and even appeared in several of Suede's setlists after the band's reunion.
Streaming Platforms
Today, "Refugees" by The Tears can be streamed on most music platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.

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