Cosy Prisons

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About Cosy Prisons

The third single "Cosy Prisons" from the A-ha album Analogue was released in the UK on 6 April 2006. The UK single features a new mix of the song which was worked on by Magne Furuholmen and Dave Bascombe. It peaked at number 39 on the UK Singles Chart.


Year:
2005
4:08
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Take a moment if you dare
Catch yourself a breath of air
There's another life out there
And you should try it

Dead ends hide on every street
Look before you place your feet
Cracks and fissures keep the beat
And you're inside it

Every thought you never dared to think
Every mood you always knew would sink
Every line you spoke out loud in a jest
All the time you took to be your best
Soon forgotten

The sun must never touch your skin
It could expose the dark within
You're paranoid about the paranoia

And panic hits without a sign
You worry about it all the time
Every perfect moment is a hidden warning

Cause everything makes your pretty head spin
And nagging thoughts are starting to sink in
With everything this way it's better to forget
Than end up in a place with something to regret

Your transatlantic shopping spree
Your health forever guarantees
Organic -bio-life's a breeze in cosy prisons

But hiding out in a salad bar
Isn't gonna get you far
and bottled wine is vinegar tomorrow

Everything around here makes your pretty head spin
Its piling up high and you're back where you begin
Moments you have tried so hard to forget
Are promising to 've been the best one's yet

Every time you shut your eyes it appears
Every time you trace your steps back here
None of your convictions have the same old ring
No doubt you found a place for everything
In cosy prisons

So if you're careful
You won't get hurt
But if your careful all the time
Then what's it worth?

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A-ha (stylized a-ha; Norwegian pronunciation: [ˈɑːhɑ]) was a Norwegian pop band formed in Oslo in 1982. The band was founded by Morten Harket (vocals), Magne Furuholmen (keyboards), and Pål Waaktaar (guitars). The group initially rose to fame during the mid-1980s after being discovered by musician and producer John Ratcliff and had continued global success in the 1990s and 2000s. more »

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Written by: MAGNE FURUHOLMEN, MORTEN HARKET, PAL WAAKTAAR

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11 facts about this song

Band Origin
"a-ha" is a Norweigan synth-pop band that gained international stardom in the 1980s. "Cosy Prisons" is a lesser-known song by them from their later work.
Album
The song "Cosy Prisons" is from their eighth studio album titled "Analogue," which was released in 2005.
Song Rankings
"Cosy Prisons" was a minor hit among the a-ha community; it reached #39 on the Norwegian singles chart upon its release in 2006.
Song Genre
They are known for their synth pop/new wave music style. "Cosy Prisons" is a bit divergent from their earlier works and showcases a more mature, rock-influenced sound.
Songwriting
Band member, Magne Furuholmen, wrote the lyrics for the song. He is also known to be a key composer and lyricist for many of their other top hits.
Deep Meaning
The lyrics and tune of "Cosy Prisons" seem to explore themes of isolation and a longing for freedom, resonating with many fans.
Videography
Unique to this song is the fact that its promotional video is directed by Paul Gore. The band usually produced their own visuals.
Live Performances
"Cosy Prisons" is a staple in a-ha concerts and live performances, demonstrating its popularity amongst their fanbase.
Artistic Growth
The song showcases the band’s evolution in sound from their 80s synth-pop origins to a more contemporary rock sound, reflecting their artistic growth over the years.
Length
The run-time for "Cosy Prisons" is 4 minutes and 8 seconds in its album version and 3 minutes and 59 seconds in its radio cut. The extended intro was removed in the radio edit.
Band Disbandment/Reunion
While the band disbanded in 2010, they reunited in 2015. "Cosy Prisons," however, came out during the still-intact phase of their career.

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