Fall On Me
R.E.M. · Eponymous
Bargain buildings weights and pulleys
Feathers hit the ground
Before the weight can leave the air
Buy the sky and sell the sky
And tell the sky and tell the sky
fall on me
(What is it up in the air for)
Fall on me
(If it's there for long)
Fall on me
(It's over it's over me)
There's the progress we have found
A way to talk around the problem
Building towers foresight
Isn't anything at all
Buy the sky and sell the sky
And bleed the sky and tell the sky
fall on me
(What is it up in the air for)
Fall on me
(If it's there for long)
Fall on me
(It's over it's over me)
Fall on me
Well I would keep it above
But then it wouldn't be sky anymore
So if I send it to you
You've got to promise to keep it home
Buy the sky and sell the sky
And lift your arms up to the sky
And ask the sky and ask the sky
fall on me
(What is it up in the air for)
Fall on me
(If it's there for long)
Fall on me
(It's over it's over me)
Fall On Me
Released in 1988 on R.E.M.'s self-titled debut album, "Fall On Me" stands as a defining track of the alternative rock movement. The song features the band's signature blend of jangly guitar riffs, atmospheric textures, and Peter Gabriel's distinctive vocals, establishing their sound for a generation. As a staple of their early discography, it captures the introspective and melodic qualities that would characterize their subsequent work, including hits like "Losing My Religion." The recording reflects the post-punk revival era, offering a polished yet organic approach that bridged the gap between indie experimentation and mainstream accessibility. Its enduring popularity underscores its role as a foundational piece in the catalog of influential American rock music.