Such A Shame - Original Version Lyrics
Talk Talk
Lyrics
Such a shame to believe in escape
A life on every face
And that's a change
'Til I'm finally left with an eight
Tell me to relax, I just stare
Maybe I don't know if I should change
A feeling that we share
It's a shame
(Such a shame)
Number me with rage, it's a shame
(Such a shame)
Number me in haste (such a shame)
This eagerness to change
It's a shame
The dice decide my fate
And that's a shame
In these trembling hands
My faith tells me to react, I don't care
Maybe it's unkind that I should change
A feeling that we share
It's a shame
(Such a shame)
Number me with rage, it's a shame
(Such a shame)
Number me in haste (such a shame)
This eagerness to change
Such a shame
Tell me to relax, I just stare
Maybe I don't know if I should change
A feeling that we share
It's a shame
(Such a shame)
Number me with rage, it's a shame
(Such a shame)
Number me in haste
(Such a shame)
Write it across my name, it's a shame
(Such a shame)
Number me in haste (such a shame)
This eagerness to change
Such a shame
Song & Lyrics Facts
Talk Talk's "Such A Shame" is a synth-pop song released in 1984 as the third single from their second studio album, It's My Life. The track was written by Mark Hollis and Tim Friese-Greene, both of whom were members of the band.
Genre wise, the song blends elements of post-punk and new wave. The original version of the song became an international hit and charted in several countries including Belgium, Netherlands, Germany and France. It also received critical acclaim for its innovative production style and lyrics that explore feelings of regret and sadness. Band members include Mark Hollis (vocals/guitar), Simon Brenner (keyboards), Lee Harris (drums) and Paul Webb (bass). Lyrics to the song include lines such as “It’s such a shame, it’s such a shame, I know you’re gonna leave me now”.