Boy Strange
Pet Shop Boys · Other Songs - Pet Shop Boys
See Boy Strange on the
horizon of love
He's calling to you
What do you say?
See Boy Strange as an
example of youth
so close to the truth
but still far away
And he's such a strange boy
will he make a good
exchange for
the one before a closed door
that you left behind?
When you realise that this boy
is strange
it's too late to change
your point of view
He's often there when the
sun meets the sky
with a perfect alibi
unlike you
And he's such a strange boy
D'you think he'll make a good
exchange for
the one before a closed door
that you left behind?
To talk of common sense is a
complete waste of time
His looks are a crime
bound to commit
In the eyes of the world he's
a borderline fool
both naive and cruel
Why would you inflict
him on you?
horizon of love
He's calling to you
What do you say?
See Boy Strange as an
example of youth
so close to the truth
but still far away
And he's such a strange boy
will he make a good
exchange for
the one before a closed door
that you left behind?
When you realise that this boy
is strange
it's too late to change
your point of view
He's often there when the
sun meets the sky
with a perfect alibi
unlike you
And he's such a strange boy
D'you think he'll make a good
exchange for
the one before a closed door
that you left behind?
To talk of common sense is a
complete waste of time
His looks are a crime
bound to commit
In the eyes of the world he's
a borderline fool
both naive and cruel
Why would you inflict
him on you?
Boy Strange
Pet Shop Boys' "Boy Strange" stands as a defining track from their 1987 album *Actually*, showcasing the duo's mastery of synthesizer-driven pop during the late 1980s. The song blends new wave aesthetics with a driving, rhythmic production that became a staple of the era's dance floor. With its distinctive vocal delivery and atmospheric synth lines, the recording exemplifies the group's ability to craft sophisticated yet accessible pop music. Released during a period of significant commercial success, the track remains a key part of their discography, reflecting the electronic soundscapes that influenced countless subsequent artists in the genre.