Missing
Everything But the Girl
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I step off the train I'm walking down your street again And past your door, but you don't live there anymore It's years since you've been there Now you've disappeared somewhere, like outer space You've found some better place [Chorus] And I miss you, like the deserts miss the rain And I miss you, like the deserts miss the rain Could you be dead? You always were two steps ahead, of everyone We'd walk behind while you would run I look up at your house And I can almost hear you shout down to me where I always used to be [Chorus] Back on the train, I ask why did I come again? Can I confess, I've been hanging round your old address? And the years have proved to offer, nothing since you've moved You're long gone, but I can't move on [Chorus] I step off the train I'm walking down your street again And past your door, but you don't live there anymore It's years since you've been there Now you've disappeared somewhere, like outer space You've found some better place [Chorus]
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Written by: JAMES THOMAS SMITH, OLIVER SIM, ROMY ANNA MADLEY CROFT
Lyrics © DistroKid, Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Genre ClassificationThe song "Missing" by Everything But The Girl falls under the electronic and dance-pop genre. It is characterized by a chill-out, laid-back vibe that is typical of the do-it-yourself (DIY) electronic music culture.
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Chart PerformanceIn 1994, "Missing" peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. It was the highest charting single for the band in the U.S., making it their most successful release.
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Commercial SuccessThe song was a commercial success worldwide. It topped the singles chart in Germany, Canada, and Italy and entered the top ten in numerous countries.
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Remix VersionThe song was originally a guitar-based track from the band's 1994 album 'Amplified Heart'. However, its recognition came with the release of its remixed version by American house music producer Todd Terry.
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Platinum CertificationThe song went platinum in the U.S., selling over a million copies. It was certified gold in the U.K. and Australia.
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Grammy NominationThe remixed version of the track was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical in 1996.
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Strong Radio Play"Missing" reportedly was played over 2.8 million times on American radio by the end of 1996, making it the most played song that year.
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Movie SoundtracksThe song was featured in several movie soundtracks. Some of these include the 1995 Italian film "L'Appât" and the 1996 American comedy-drama "The Pallbearer".
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Artistic DirectionThe song is a major departure musically for Everything But the Girl. The duo, primarily known for their pop/jazz sounds, welcomed this hit as the catalyst to their future work which focused more on electronic music.
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LongevityEven several years after its release, "Missing" continues to be a popular choice among radio stations and at clubs. This illustrates the timeless appeal of the song.
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Band’s Legacy"Missing" is considered an important part of Everything But the Girl's legacy. It propelled them into international stardom and left a lasting impact on the music world.
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