Vincent
Don McLean
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Starry Starry night Paint your palette blue and grey Look out on a summer's day With eyes that know the Darkness in my soul. Shadows on the hills Sketch the trees and the daffodils Catch the breeze and the winter chills In colors on the snowy linen land. And now I understand what you tried to say to me How you suffered for your sanity How you tried to set them free. They would not listen They did not know how Perhaps they'll listen now. Starry Starry night Flaming flo'rs that brightly blaze Swirling clouds in violet haze reflect in Vincent's eyes of China blue. Colors changing hue Morning fields of amber grain Weathered faces lined in pain Are soothed beneath the artist's Loving hand. And now I understand what you tried to say to me How you suffered for your sanity How you tried to set them free. Perhaps they'll listen now. For they could not love you But still your love was true And when no hope was left in sight on that starry Starry night. You took your life As lovers often do; But I could have told you Vincent This world was never Meant for one As beautiful as you. Starry Starry night Portraits hung in empty halls Frameless heads on nameless walls With eyes That watch the world and can't forget. Like the stranger that you've met The ragged men in ragged clothes The silver thorn of bloody rose Lie crushed and broken On the virgin snow. And now I think I know what you tried to say to me How you suffered for your sanity How you tried to set them free. They would not listen They're not List'ning still Perhaps they never will.
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Written by: Don McLean
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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17 facts about this song
Authorship"Vincent" is a song written by the American singer-songwriter, Don McLean.
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Release DateThe song was released on McLean's 1971 album "American Pie."
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Inspiration"Vincent" was inspired by the life and death of post-impressionist painter Vincent Van Gogh, more specifically, letters Van Gogh's sent to his brother Theo.
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ChorusThe song's chorus, "Starry, starry night," refers to Van Gogh's well-known painting "The Starry Night."
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AchievementsThe single "Vincent" hit number one in the UK and stayed in the top charts in the U.S., reaching the number 12 position on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Song ContextIt depicts Van Gogh's struggles with mental illness and his unappreciated talent during his lifetime.
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TributeThe song is a tribute and empathy to Van Gogh's difficult life and extraordinary talent.
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Cover VersionsVersions of "Vincent" have also been recorded by artists like Josh Groban, Ellie Goulding, James Blake and more.
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Cultural InfluenceThe song has been referenced in pop culture, including being featured in a movie, "Loving Vincent."
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Global Recognition"Vincent" remains one of Don McLean's most recognized and beloved songs worldwide.
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SongwritingThe song was written in a single sitting on a paper bag.
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Album SuccessThe album "American Pie" was certified gold within six months of its release.
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Audio RecordingThe original audio recording of the song features McLean's voice with a solo acoustic guitar.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe song's lyrics are often interpreted as a commentary on the misunderstood genius of artists.
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Song DurationThe original album version of the song clocks in at 3 minutes and 59 seconds.
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Reception in EuropeThe song reached number two in Canada, number 3 in New Zealand, and was a number-one hit in the UK and Australia.
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Emotional ResponsesMany listeners and fans cite "Vincent" as one of the most emotional and beautiful songs they have ever heard.
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