Us
INXS
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The world is always changing You can see it everyday But in a tragic situation You just can't hide yourself away So try a little kindness Cause it shouldn't be that hard You're shining in the darkness When you open up your heart Your love is all we need To bring us together Don't leave it to me, nothing's for free It comes down to us Hungry babies on television Can you feel the shame You've gotta keep on giving to one another Cos it's all gonna happen again Why don't you try a little kindness Cause it shouldn't be that hard Just think about what binds us And find a new place to start Your love is all, we need To bring us together Don't you leave it to me Nothing's for free It comes down to us Your love is all we need To bring us together We're not indestructible Some kind of miracle Happens every day Your love is all we need To bring us together Don't leave it to me Nothings for free Your love is all we need To bring us together We're not indestructible Some kind of miracle Happens every day Oh it comes down to us It comes down to us We all have to stop, stop, Stop pretending now It comes down to us
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Written by: ANDREW FARRISS, GUY CHAMBERS
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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25 facts about this song
Release Date"Us" by INXS was released on the 30th of November, 1983.
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Album InformationThe song is included in the band's third studio album which is titled "Shabooh Shoobah".
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Band MembersThe main band members during this time were Michael Hutchence, Kirk Pengilly, Tim Farriss, Andrew Farriss, Garry Gary Beers, and Jon Farriss.
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Song's GenreThe song falls under the genre of alternative rock and new wave.
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The Band's OriginINXS was formed in Sydney, Australia in 1977.
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First AppearanceThe song "Us" made its first appearance in the United States on the Billboard Top Pop Albums chart.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song 'Us' were primarily written by lead vocalist, Michael Hutchence, and band member Andrew Farriss.
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Featured SoundThe song is known for its characteristic saxophone tune and its atmospheric, somewhat mystical qualities.
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Album's SalesShabooh Shoobah, on which the song "Us" features, was the first INXS album to be certified gold in the United States.
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Cover ArtThe cover art for the "Shabooh Shoobah" album, featuring the song "Us," was created by American photographer, and graphic designer, Phillip Mortlock.
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Contribution To PopularityThe song has been one of the significant contributors to the band's initial popularity outside of Australia.
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InfluenceINXS and their song "Us" influenced several later artists, both in Australia and internationally.
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ImpactAs part of an influential album, the song "Us" helped to establish INXS's signature fusion of rock and new wave.
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Band StatusDespite the unexpected death of lead vocalist Michael Hutchence in 1997, INXS is still active, although they retired from performing in 2012.
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LegacyINXS and their song "Us," among their other works, have been inducted into the ARIA (Australian Recording Industry Association) Hall of Fame.
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Release Date"Us" by INXS was released on September 24th, 2010 as part of their album "Original Sin".
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GenreThe song is categorized under the Pop rock and New wave genre, showing INXS's versatility in composing music across varied genres.
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Album ContextThe track "Us" lies within the "Original Sin" album, which was an ambitious project by INXS that featured numerous guest vocalists re-interpreting their classic hits.
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CollaborationIn the song "Us", distinguished French singer, Mylène Farmer does a duet with Ben Harper, an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.
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LanguageUnlike the majority of songs by INXS, "Us" features lyrics sung in both English and French, a nod to Mylène Farmer’s French heritage.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song also features both of the singers, Mylène Farmer and Ben Harper, performing the song in a intimate setting.
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Global AudienceDue to the unique English and French duet format, "Us" attracted a wider global audience, exposing INXS's music to people who might not have been familiar with their work before.
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Song ThemeThe song explores themes of love, acceptance, and unity, as reflected in the name "Us".
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LegacyAlthough not one of INXS's mainstream hits such as "Never Tear Us Apart" or "Need You Tonight," "Us" from the "Original Sin" album has still managed to earn a respectable spot in INXS's discography for its unique artistic direction.
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Live PerformancesThe song, due to its unique composition, created an interesting dynamic for INXS's live performances, spotlighting guest vocalist in a new and exciting format.
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