Song
Running Up That Hill
by Kate Bush
Running Up That Hill is a 1985 song by Kate Bush, 5:02 long, which peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the Direction, Location song themes.
Released 1985 Hot 100 peak #3 · 41 weeks Length 5:02 Synth-Pop, Art Pop
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Performance tips
- Keep the verses restrained and conversational so the chorus lift actually lands
- Lean into the sustained notes on "If I only could" and let them bloom without rushing
- Hold back emotionally until the final chorus so the ending feels earned
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 "Running Up That Hill" karaoke
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