Bachelorette
Björk
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I'm a fountain of blood In the shape of a girl You're the bird on the brim Hypnotized by the Whirl Drink me, make me feel real Wet your beak in the stream Game we're playing is life Love is a two way dream Leave me now, return tonight Tide will show you the way If you forget my name You will go astray Like a killer whale Trapped in a bay I'm a path of cinders Burning under your feet You're the one who walks me I'm your one way street I'm a whisper in water Secret for you to hear You are the one who grows distant When I beckon you near Leave me now, return tonight The tide will show you the way If you forget my name You will go astray Like a killer whale Trapped in a bay I'm a tree that grows hearts One for each that you take You're the intruder hand I'm the branch that you break Hum-yeah!
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Written by: BJORK GUDMUNDSDOTTIR, SIRGURJON BIRGIR SIGURDSSON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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12 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundIcelandic singer-songwriter Björk gained international recognition with her second studio album "Post". She has a unique singing style and is known for her eclectic mix of music genres.
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Song Details"Bachelorette" is a track from her third studio album, "Homogenic," released in 1997. The song is track number 6 on the 10-track album.
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InfluencesBjörk talked about how the song was influenced by her hometown, Reykjavik.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Bachelorette" are written by Icelandic writer, Sjón. Björk and Sjón collaborated on the lyrics, in which a woman wishes to enjoy her freedom.
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Music VideoThe music video directed by Michel Gondry, represented as a surreal journey through different scenes of a book.
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ReceptionThe song received widespread acclaim from music critics, who praised its innovative production and Björk's vocal performance.
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Charts"Bachelorette" peaked at number 21 in the UK Singles Chart, number 9 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs in the US.
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PerformancesBjörk performed "Bachelorette" at the 1998 MTV Video Music Awards. The performance was noted for its striking set design, featuring a giant replica of Björk's dress from the "Bachelorette" music video.
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Themes and Symbolism"Bachelorette" was described by Björk as "Isobel goes to the city", as part of roleplay songs series.
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Genre"Bachelorette" is a trip hop song with elements of orchestral music.
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Awards and NominationsThe music video for "Bachelorette" received a nomination in the "Best Art Direction" category at the 1998 MTV Video Music Awards.
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Other MediaThe song has been featured in various television shows and movies, including "The Virgin Suicides" and "Girl, Interrupted."
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