Falling and Laughing Orange Juice

"Falling and Laughing" by Orange Juice, released in 1981, is a quintessential #PostPunk track that blends jangle pop with a vibrant, upbeat sound. The lyrics explore themes of love, vulnerability, and the bittersweet nature of relationships, capturing both joy and melancholy. The unique musical elements include catchy guitar riffs and a lively rhythm that reflect the band's DIY ethos. The song's cultural impact is significant within the Scottish indie music scene, influencing later bands and contributing to the rise of alternative pop.

[Verse]
You must think me very naive
Taken as true
I only see what I want to see
Avoid eye contact at all costs
What can I do
To see your fine teeth smiling at me

[Chorus]
I'm not saying
That we should build a city of tears
All I'm saying
Is I'm alone and consequently
Only my dreams satisfy the real need of my heart
I resist

[Verse]
You say that there's a thousand like you
Well, maybe that's true
I fell for you and nobody else
So I'm standing here so lonesome
What can I do
But learn to laugh at myself

[Chorus]
I'm not saying
That we should build a city of tears
All I'm saying
Is I'm alone and consequently
Only my dreams satisfy the real need of my heart
I resist

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