Falling And Laughing
Orange Juice · Glasgow School [2005]
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
You might say
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
You say that there's a thousand like you
Maybe that's true
I fell or you and nobody else
So I'm standing here so lonesome
What can i do
But learn to laugh at myself
You might say
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
You might say
That we should build a city of tears
All I'm saying
Is I'm alone...
Fall falling falling again
'Cos I want to take the pleasure with the pa-in
Fall falling - falling again
Cos I wan to take
The pleasure with the pain pain pain pain pain pain pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-in
Fall falling
Falling and laughing
Falling and laughing
Falling and laughing
Falling and laugh - ing
Falling And Laughing
Falling And Laughing stands as a notable song in the expansive catalogue of Orange Juice, the pioneering Scottish band that helped define the post-punk and new wave movements of the late 1970s and early 1980s. Led by the visionary Edwyn Collins, the group was celebrated for their witty lyrics, jangly guitars, and a distinctively upbeat yet melancholic sound that influenced countless indie rock acts. This recording captures the band's enduring ability to blend pop sensibilities with art-rock experimentation. While the track appears on the 2005 compilation Glasgow School, it reflects the creative energy that characterized their most productive years. The song remains a testament to the band's lasting impact on British music, showcasing their unique approach to melody and rhythm that continues to resonate with listeners exploring their diverse body of work.