The Walk
Eurythmics · Boxed [2005]
I don't need to suffer
You're beautiful
Good to talk to
You make an impression
To take my attention
And when you touch my skin
I smell disaster
Step away - walk away
All I want is the real thing
(nothing but the real thing)
Walking on pavements
We collect in bars
Asleep in the houses
So alone -
Looking inside herself
She breaks the glass
Turns her head backwards
She's fallen down again
The Walk - Eurythmics
Released on the 2005 reissue of their debut album, 'The Walk' stands as a defining track in the synth-pop canon. Written by Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart, the song exemplifies the duo's signature blend of atmospheric production and emotive vocals. It was originally recorded in 1981, serving as the lead single from 'Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)', a record that became a global phenomenon and a staple of the genre. The track's enduring appeal lies in its minimalist yet lush arrangement, which features Lennox's distinctive falsetto soaring over synthesizer beds. As a cornerstone of the new wave movement, it has been covered by numerous artists and remains a frequent choice for film and television soundtracks, cementing its status as a timeless classic.