It's an impressionistic, moody, new Romantic dream. Don't look for a coherent narrative here, because there isn't one. Just let it take you.
Ultravox was created in 1973.
Released by Ultravox in 1983, 'Vienna' is an enigmatic song whose meaning is difficult to fathom out. It's based around a young couple who are staying in Vienna and whose relationship you get the impression is undergoing severe difficulties. It focuses upon the atmopshere of the city on a cold, grey misty Winter's morning, very early when nobody's about- the boy is brooding about the future of their troubled partnership as they lie in their room, sometimes drifting away into thinking about the city's rich cultural and musical history or focusing on the things about him in the bedroom, but then suddenly snapping back to hard reality and the future of their love. He declares that Vienna and all of it's glories mean nothing to him unless his relationship with the girl has a future.
He was born, lived in, and died in Vienna, Austria.
Ultravox played the Avery Fisher Hall March 28th, 1983. It was an incredible show, one of my all time favorites. Back in the late 90's I had a chat with Warren Cann and he said that Avery Fisher Hall show was one of the best performances ever by the band. MTV was there and they really wanted to impress and I can say first hand they delivered.
Vienna Chamber Orchestra was created in 1946.
Vienna - Ultravox song - was created in 1993.
"Vienna" by Ultravox charted twice. It peaked at #2 on the UK charts when it was originally released in 1980. It was re-issued in 1992 and peaked at #13 in 1993.
Ultravox ended in 1996.
Ultravox was created in 1973.
Tainted Love (Soft Cell), Vienna (Ultravox), True (Spandau Ballet), Why? (Bronski Beat), Who's That Girl? (Eurythmics).
Extended Ultravox was created in 1998.
The Best of Ultravox was created in 2003.
"Vienna" by Ultravox explores themes of longing, nostalgia, and the search for meaning in a modern, often chaotic world. The lyrics evoke a sense of melancholy and a desire for connection, set against the backdrop of urban life. The song’s haunting melody and atmospheric production enhance its exploration of emotional distance and the pursuit of beauty amidst uncertainty. Ultimately, it captures a moment of introspection and the complexity of human experience.
Lament - Ultravox album - was created in 1984-04.
The Island Years - Ultravox album - was created in 1976.
"Vienna" was kept from the UK #1 spot by John Lennon's "Woman" for a week, and then by Joe Dolce's, "Shaddap You Face", for another 3 weeks.
Not married