Idol
Amanda Ghost
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I can see it, I can feel it Rushing in my veins I don't like it, I don't hide it See it in my face But I....don't want, to wait... For I....have lost, my faith.... Where can I find myself an idol Somebody that I can look up to Be big enough to hold me close in their minds And never let me down And all these stupid conversations That always seem to lead nowhere They're going round and round and round in my head And they'll be back again, they're coming back again Its not fair, I still care now Were always alone Honesty and modesty will never find my home But I... will never say.... When I ....have lost my way..... Why can't I find myself an idol Somebody that I can look up to Be big enough to hold me close in their minds And never let me down And all these stupid conversations That always seem to lead to nowhere They're going round and round and round in my head And they'll be back again, they're coming back again Can't take it, can't take (don't throw it away) Can't take it, can't take it, their coming back again Can't take it, can't take it (don't throw it away away away) (Don't throw it away) Can't take it, can't take it (don't throw it away away away away)
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Written by: IAN ALEC HARVEY DENCH, AMANDA GOSEIN, LUKAS BURTON, SASHA SCARBEK
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Origins"Idol" is a standout track from Amanda Ghost's debut studio album titled "Ghost Stories", released in 2000.
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Artist InformationAmanda Ghost is a British singer, songwriter, and record producer. She also co-writes songs with other artists and had collaborated with renowned artists like Boy George and James Blunt.
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Genre SpecificationAmanda Ghost's "Idol" is often classified under the genre 'Adult Alternative', a blend of alternative rock, pop, and folk music.
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Chart Performance"Idol" had moderate commercial success, particularly in the United States, where it peaked at number 16 on the Billboard Hot Dance Music charts.
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Song's Theme"Idol" deals with themes of fame, idolization, and the dangers of celebrity culture. This reflects Amanda Ghost's pessimistic view of the music industry, a theme recurrent in many of her songs.
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Songwriting CreditsAlongside Amanda Ghost, Sacha Skarbek and Ian Dench, former EMF guitarist also contributed in writing the song "Idol".
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Music VideoThe music video for "Idol" was directed by Pedro Romhanyi, known for his work with Blur and PJ Harvey, and features Amanda Ghost delivering a powerful performance in a decadent and decaying mansion.
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Critical Reception"Idol" was well received by music critics, with many praising Amanda Ghost's powerful and haunting vocals, as well as the song's meaningful lyrics.
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Notable PerformancesAmanda Ghost has performed "Idol" in prominent venues like The Troubadour in Los Angeles, showcasing her raw, emotional performance style.
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Shift in CareerDespite the success of "Idol", Amanda Ghost later shifted her career from performing to a more behind-the-scenes role. She became the President of Epic Records and continued her successful songwriting career.
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