Song
Behind Blue Eyes
by The Who
Behind Blue Eyes is a 1971 song by The Who, 3:41 long, which peaked at #34 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the Body Part, Color, Position Words song themes.
Released 1971 Hot 100 peak #34 · 11 weeks Length 3:41 Classic Rock, Hard Rock
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Performance tips
- Start with a vulnerable, folk-style intimacy
- Explode into the aggressive rock bridge with raw vocal weight
- Sustain the melodic "L.I.M.P." sections with clear breath control
In these themes
Karaoke versions
There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its most-sung songs.
- Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "Behind Blue Eyes" karaoke
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