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Do you like Phil Collins?
I've been a big Genesis fan ever since the release of their 1980 album "Duke". Before that, I really didn't understand their earlier work.
It was too artsy. Too intellectual. It was on 'Duke" that, hm, Phil
Collins presence became more apparent. I think "Invisible Touch" is
the group's undisputed masterpiece. It's an epic meditation on
intangibility. At the same time it deepens and enriches the meaning of
the preceding three albums. Listen to
the brilliant ensemble playing of Banks, Collins and Rutherford. You
can practically hear every nuance of every instrument.
In terms of lyrical craftmanship, of sheer
songwriting, this album hits a new peak of professionalism. Take the lyrics to "Land of Confusion".
In this song, Phil Collins addresses the problems of abusive political
authority. "In too deep" is the most moving pop song of the 1980s,
about monogamy and commitment. The song is extremely uplifting. Their
lyrics are as positive and affirmative as anything I've heard in rock.
Phil
Collins' solo career seems to be more commercial, and therefore more
satisfying in a narrower way. Especially songs like "In the air
tonight" and "Against all odds".
I also thinks Phil Collins works best within the confines of the
group than as a solo artist. And I stress the word ARTIST!
This is Sussudio. A great, great song. A personal favourite.
There's this girl that's been on my mind
All the time, Sussudio oh oh
Now she don't even know my name
But I think she likes me just the same
Sussudio oh oh
Oh if she called me I'd be there
I'd come running anywhere
She's all I need, all my life
I feel so good if I just say the word
Sussudio, just say the word
Oh Sussudio
Now I know that I'm too young
My love has just begun
Sussudio oh oh
Ooh give me a chance, give me a sign
I'll show her anytime
Sussudio oh oh
Ah, I've just got to have her, have her now
I've got to get closer but I don't know how
She makes me nervous and makes me scared
But I feel so good if I just say the word
Sussudio just say the word
Oh Sussudio, oh
Ah, she's all I need all of my life
I feel so good if I just say the word
Sussudio I just say the word
Oh Sussudio I just say the word
Oh Sussudio I'll say the word
Sussudio oh oh oh
Just say the word
-- Duckie