A Figure Walks
Fall · Other Songs - Fall
A figure walks behind you
A shadow walks behind you
A figure walks behind you
Days of booze and roses
Shine on us, free us all
Who is not irascible
He is no genius
A figure walks behind you
A figure walks behind you
A shadow walks behind you
A figure walks behind you
The old golden savages
Killed their philosophers
Corpse from the [...] about
Something followed me out
Go out again
A figure walks behind you
A shadow walks behind you
A figure walks behind you
A shadow walks behind you
And if it grabs my coat tail
I will turn and hit it
If they remove the pegs
Keeping my eyes open
A figure walks behind you
A shadow walks behind you
A figure walks behind you
A shadow walks behind you
It's got eyes of brown, watery
Nails of pointed yellow
Hands of black carpet
It's a quick trip to the ice house
A quick trip to the ice house X 3
A figure walks behind you
A shadow walks behind you
A figure walks behind you
A shadow walks behind you
You X 7
A figure walks behind you
A shadow walks behind you
A figure walks behind you
A shadow walks behind you
You X 3
And now tales of horror
Which father told me
They never scared me
But they're always in the blind
You cannot see
That figure behind you
Behind you x 2
You x 2
That figure kept on walking
Behind you
There's a man on my trail X 4
He's also behind you
Behind you X 4
That figure kept on walking X 4
Behind you X3
A figure walks 3
A Figure Walks
Released by the English post-punk band Fall, 'A Figure Walks' stands as a quintessential example of the group's atmospheric and rhythmic approach. The track exemplifies the band's signature blend of driving basslines, melodic guitar work, and a haunting vocal delivery that often evokes a sense of urban melancholy. As part of their broader discography, the song reflects the era's fascination with gothic imagery and dystopian themes, characteristic of Fall's unique sound. The recording captures the raw energy and emotional depth that defined their work during the mid-1980s, cementing their status as a pivotal force in the English post-punk revival. It remains a staple for fans of the genre, showcasing the band's ability to craft immersive sonic landscapes that linger long after the music ends.