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Duchess (Genesis song)

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"'Duchess'" is a song by the English rock band Genesis, appearing as the second track on their 1980 album, 'Duke'. It peaked at number 46 in the UK Singles Chart.[http://www.officialcharts.com/artist/_/genesis/ Genesis UK chart history], The Official Charts Company. Retrieved 18 May 2012. The song is a part of the album's "hidden suite", which included "Behind the Lines", "Guide Vocal", "Turn It On Again", "Duke's Travels", and "Duke's End". It was the first Genesis song to use a drum machine.

The lyrics tell the story of the rise and fall of an ambitious soul singer. At the start of her career, she dreams of singing to large crowds, but cares more about her music than the prospect of fame. As her success increases, her dream comes true and she becomes a superstar, adored by ecstatic audiences. However, after several years at the top, she struggles to stay relevant. By caring too much about what her audience wants, the quality of her music is negatively impacted. Unable to stay in spotlight, she chooses to end her music career and fondly remembers her former superstardom.

The video for the song shows Phil Collins, Tony Banks and Mike Rutherford playing at various points around the Liverpool Empire Theatre. The drum machine used in the song (Roland CR-78) is shown at the beginning of the video.

Personnel



* Tony Banks keyboards, backing vocals

* Phil Collins vocals, drums, Roland CR-78

* Mike Rutherford guitars, bass pedals, backing vocals

References



Category:1980 singles

Category:Genesis (band) songs

Category:Rock ballads

Category:Songs written by Phil Collins

Category:Songs written by Tony Banks (musician)

Category:Songs written by Mike Rutherford

Category:1980 songs

Category:Virgin Records singles

Category:Charisma Records singles

Category:Atlantic Records singles

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