Blink
From DFTBA
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"Blink" is the sixth track on the eponymous album by Chameleon Circuit.
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Notes
"Blink" was written by Charlie McDonnell prior to the initial idea for the band being suggested by Alex Day. It was written about and named for the tenth episode of series three of Doctor Who, "Blink", written by Steven Moffat. Alex played the guitar solo in the track and nailed it on the second take.
A music video to the demo of the song was originally posted by Charlie on his YouTube channel, and can be seen here.
Reception
On June 2, 2009, one day after its release, "Blink" hit #92 on the iTunes Top 100 Rock singles chart.
Music videos
- Session version of the original demo performed on acoustic guitar and melodica by Charlie McDonnell.
- Live version performed by Charlie McDonnell and Alex Day at the Chartjackers gig on November 4, 2009.
Lyrics
Sally Sparrow
I wrote you a letter
To make you feel better
’bout the fact that I’m gone
I may be stuck in the past
But my future is vast
Don’t go looking for me
Girl, you’ve got to go on
Don’t think he’s talking to you
He’s just on the TV
Well look past the Easter Egg
And see the reality
A world of time and space
Inside a funny blue box
The angels are approaching
And the front door is locked
So don’t blink
I said, don’t blink
Just look directly at them
And they’ll stay where they are
I think they’re crying anyway
They can’t mean no harm
My eyes are watering
I’m right on the brink
I’m sure nothing would happen
If I were to-
The Doctor isn't here this time
This won't be a breeze
He’s stuck in 1969
On your DVDs
Just listen very carefully
To what he’s got to say
Do not turn your back on them
And don’t look away
If they get inside the TARDIS
Then the sun will go out
Just go down to the cellar
And show them what you’re about
They move faster than
You could ever believe
Dont let the light go out
And dont be naive
The future’s coming quickly
So please don't be scared
The answers will find you
Just make sure you’re prepared
When you see the Doctor
Then you'll work out the link
But even though it's ended
Please be sure not to blink
Charts
| Charts (2009) | Peak position |
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| iTunes Rock Singles Chart | 92 |
Appears on
- (2009) Chameleon Circuit
