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Patti Smith 1959 Lyrics
Total views: 3 times this week / Rating: 7.65/10 [20 votes]Album: Peace & Noise / Original Release Date: 1997-02-26Genre: RockSong Duration: 3 min 58 sec
PATTI SMITH
- 1959 Lyrics / with translationsListen to my story
Got two tales to tell
One of fallen glory
One of vanity
The world's roof was raging
But we were looking fine
'Cause we built that thing and it grew wings
In 1959
Wisdom was a teapot
Pouring from above
Desolation angels
Served it up with love
Igniting like every form of light
Then moved by bold design
Slid in that thing and it grew wings
In 1959
It was blood shining in the sun
First, freedom
Speeding the American claim
Freedom, freedom, freedom, freedom
China was the tempest
Madness overflowed
Lama was a young man
And watched his world in flames
Taking glory down by the edge of clouds
It was a crying shame
Another lost horizon
Tibet the fallen star
Wisdom and compassion crushed
In the land of Shangri-La
But in the land of the Impala
Honey, well, we were lookin' fine
'Cause we built that thing and it grew wings
In 1959
'Cause we built that thing and it grew wings
In 1959
It was the best of times, it's the worst of times
In 1959, 1959, 1959, 1959, 1959, 1959
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times
1959
Got two tales to tell
One of fallen glory
One of vanity
The world's roof was raging
But we were looking fine
'Cause we built that thing and it grew wings
In 1959
Wisdom was a teapot
Pouring from above
Desolation angels
Served it up with love
Igniting like every form of light
Then moved by bold design
Slid in that thing and it grew wings
In 1959
It was blood shining in the sun
First, freedom
Speeding the American claim
Freedom, freedom, freedom, freedom
China was the tempest
Madness overflowed
And watched his world in flames
Taking glory down by the edge of clouds
It was a crying shame
Another lost horizon
Tibet the fallen star
Wisdom and compassion crushed
In the land of Shangri-La
But in the land of the Impala
Honey, well, we were lookin' fine
'Cause we built that thing and it grew wings
In 1959
'Cause we built that thing and it grew wings
In 1959
It was the best of times, it's the worst of times
In 1959, 1959, 1959, 1959, 1959, 1959
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times
1959
Facts about 1959
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1959 is written by Patti Smith, Tony Shanahan.
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It is first released on February 26, 1997 as part of Patti Smith's album "Peace & Noise" which includes 10 tracks in total. This song is the 2nd track on this album.
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When we check its meaning, the song '1959' by Patti Smith reflects on the contrasting experiences of the United States and Tibet in that year, using metaphors like 'built that thing and it grew wings' to symbolize progress and freedom. The US displays itself as a nation that provides freedom to its people while Tibetans experience their country through the verse 'Another lost horizon, Tibet the fallen star.' The song shows US citizens experiencing their highest national achievements during the 'best of times' while Tibetans endure their worst period of suffering. 1959 lyrics mostly emphasize freedom and nostalgia and inspiration and empowerment together with social commentary. The song presents two main elements which include nostalgia and reflection together with freedom and ambition and the study of two opposing states which lead to glory and despair. The lyrics contain themes of nostalgia and historical references, but do not include any explicit language, violence, or adult content. However, some themes may require parental guidance for younger audiences.
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1959 falls under the genre Rock.
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1959 song length is 3 minutes and 58 seconds.
Who wrote 1959 lyrics?
1959 is written by Patti Smith, Tony Shanahan.
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When was 1959 released?
It is first released on February 26, 1997 as part of Patti Smith's album "Peace & Noise" which includes 10 tracks in total. This song is the 2nd track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind 1959 lyrics?
When we check its meaning, the song '1959' by Patti Smith reflects on the contrasting experiences of the United States and Tibet in that year, using metaphors like 'built that thing and it grew wings' to symbolize progress and freedom. The US displays itself as a nation that provides freedom to its people while Tibetans experience their country through the verse 'Another lost horizon, Tibet the fallen star.' The song shows US citizens experiencing their highest national achievements during the 'best of times' while Tibetans endure their worst period of suffering. 1959 lyrics mostly emphasize freedom and nostalgia and inspiration and empowerment together with social commentary. The song presents two main elements which include nostalgia and reflection together with freedom and ambition and the study of two opposing states which lead to glory and despair. The lyrics contain themes of nostalgia and historical references, but do not include any explicit language, violence, or adult content. However, some themes may require parental guidance for younger audiences.
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Which genre is 1959?
1959 falls under the genre Rock.
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How long is the song 1959?
1959 song length is 3 minutes and 58 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Patti Smith, Tony ShanahanRecord Label(s): 1997 Arista Records, Inc
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