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Discover the story of the song > Fade To Black – Dire Straits

Who sang Fade To Black?

Dire Straits released the song Fade To Black. Date of release: 1991.

Release date: 1991

Duration: 03:48

The story of the song ' Fade To Black '

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The meaning of the song 'Fade To Black ', based on the lyrics

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🎶 Fade To Black song analysis

The lyrics describe the protagonist wondering where his partner is, assuming she is causing trouble. He imagines her flirting with someone, running her fingers through his hair and scratching his back. The protagonist ponders the possibility that it would be better if they were not together, but still wishes he had never been hurt by her actions.

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This explanation is based on the lyrics of ‘Fade To Black’. The meaning is of course subject to interpretation.

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Dire Straits - Short Biography

- Dire Straits is a British rock band formed in London in 1977.
- The band was composed of Mark Knopfler, David Knopfler, John Illsley and Pick Withers.
- Dire Straits was active from 1977 to 1988 and then from 1990 to 1995.
- They were known for their hit songs such as "Sultans of Swing" and "Money for Nothing".
- The band received four Grammy Awards and sold over 120 million albums worldwide.

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"Fade To Black" is featured on the album "On Every Street," the sixth and final studio album by British rock band Dire Straits. The album was released on September 9, 1991 by Vertigo Records internationally and by Warner Bros. Records in the United States. Following the huge success of the "Brothers in Arms" album, "On Every Street" reached #1 on the UK album chart and was certified platinum by the RIAA.

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