Here's Where the Story Ends by The Sundays

Album: Reading, Writing and Arithmetic (1990)

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The Sundays were a an alternative rock group formed in London in 1987 by guitarist David Gavurin, vocalist Harriet Wheeler, bassist Paul Brindley and drummer Patrick Hannan. This contemplative tune, written by Gavurin and Wheeler, was their biggest hit internationally, topping the US Modern Rock Tracks chart. However, the song was never released as a single in the group's native UK due to the collapse of the Rough Trade Records label.
The lyrics are difficult to comprehend in part because of Harriet Wheeler's broad English accent and high-pitched voice. The words are open to interpretation, especially the "little souvenir of a terrible year" Wheeler sings about.
The song was updated by Electronic duo Tin Tin Out in 1998. Their version peaked at #7 on the UK chart, as well as winning the 1999 Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song.
American singer-songwriter Crystal Bowersox covered the song on her 2013 album, All That For This. She credited the selection to her producer, Steve Berlin. "That was a suggestion by Steve," she told Billboard magazine. "I was six years old when that song was on the charts. I honestly didn't remember the song. I think it was before I really took an interest in music, but when he played it for me, I connected with the lyric. I liked the poppy happiness of the tune. The lyrics are dark and melancholy, but the song is happy, and I like the mix of the two."

Comments: 3

HowdarethelightThis is one of the few times I've been disappointed with Songfacts. They usually have a lot more information. They have almost nothing on this song or this group. This is not like them. They also seem rather dismissive and critical of Harriet's singing which is a rupture from the usual neutrality and professionalism.
Tony from Mahopac, NyLovely song. I always believed the little souvenir from that terrible year was a child, perhaps unwanted? Anyway, guitar strum, jangle pop pleasure!
Jim from Canada This is one of those song that you can listen anytime no matter if you're happy or depressed. A masterpiece

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