Duran Duran -- None of the Above (The Wedding Album)

Another Duran Duran song that, while not anywhere near the top, is nonetheless worth listening to...This song was track 10 on Duran Duran's 1993 album entitled, "The Wedding Album." This was the newest release album after their under-appreciated 1990 work, "Liberty." This album brought a more modern approach to an already successful group. Though it bares it's age, you can see how it is a major stepping stone in the evolution of music...Enjoy!

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[eeljunior1]

Is this song about the departure of faith?Atheist song maybe?good rythm though.

[Mijaseev]

@eeljunior1 I am not sure of the song's true meaning, but the lyrics don't seem to deny the existence of God as much as they tell of a struggle that leads to some sort of rejection of what the world has to offer, especially in terms of religion. Kind of reminds me of the Enlightment thinking of the 18th century where God is seen as the great timekeeper Who does not deal directly in human affairs, but nonetheless knows everything that is going on. Just my thoughts........

[terikat81]

Just to clairify, this record is not titled the wedding album. It was called that due to the pictures of the bands parents at their weddings. It is acutally the 2 self titled recored they put out. Please dont take insault to my comment I just felt that it needed to be known due to the fact this is one of my faveroite bands and dont want anything misinturpted. KISSES to having such a great song here though... XOXO

[Mijaseev]

Thank for the clarification. You are correct :) No insult taken............

[totalrecall49]

love this song , very underground

[manuelfantoni78]

I love this song, it was so many years ago and it helps me to remember a period of my life....it was a great summer.

Warren cuccurullo definitely was perfect and brought fresh air to DD, really a pity he left the band...

the guitar parts are excellent and the voice of Simon are amazing....the final effect is Amazing; sound like a song from a BoyBand but played with great musical talents and great style....I wish we still have around bands like this...

[ssantos45]

@totalrecall49 hipster

[katgrrrl]

Simon had said once in an interview many moons ago that he didn't really believe in God or the devil. He felt (feels) that people just use 'em to blame good or bad occurrences on. I always think of that when I play this song.

[cheddybumpkins]

@manuelfantoni78 i discovered this band in the same summer, what an amazing part of my life. thanks for bringing this up.

[gooangel2]

I think it's more about living life on your own terms and quit being ashamed of not being able to live up to the expectations of others. In the end, nobody else can walk in our moccasins can they?

[gooangel2]

@wizeman5974 I agree with that...I love the controversy it sparks though...If Gaga or Pink updated this, it would kick so much ass, because the boys won't do a video of it!

[wizeman5974]

@Mijaseev I definitely agree and have always believed this song has been about refusing to be enslaved by intellect that only has worldly objectives and also is an anthem regarding a person's right to be an individual who has the capacity to transcend and lived authentically from within and also can choose what to live without. Holy Road is about not being forced to conform to any religion, but that a person also has the right to seek out and find God on their own terms. Great post Mijaseev.

[DarkPhoenixIncarnate]

I have no idea why this song isn't given enough love. It is FANTASTIC. Hell their Liberty Album was fantastic, too. I swear some people don't have a good taste in real music. The bass in this song, the vocals, lyrics, piano and guitar rifts...so fantastic and original. It makes me so sad that these guys don't get more love for their songs that weren't top charting.

[FuLuShouXi]

@terikat81 I think we all call it the wedding album because the only thing it says on the front and side of my CD is "Duran Duran" and their are a bunch of pictures of people getting married -lol. I agree its a great album.

[eeljunior1]

@Mijaseev Good answer,made me think.