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Vertigo Lyrics by Rough Trade

Shaking the Foundations

1982

She threw back her head and laughted at the absurdity
It was like the music cascading from her throat
Strange how she seemed transformed into something unreal
We were drawn into a whirling vortex

(chorus)
Vertigo it haunts you so
Stay or go there's no escaping
Vertigo vertigo
Balancing on a thin line of sanity

What is this thing you perceive that draws you like a magnet
Makes every word profound
Assaults you and causes you to reel back as if hit by a blow
Intangible it holds you suspended

(chorus)
Vertigo it haunts you so
Stay or go there's no escaping
Vertigo vertigo
Balancing on a thin line of sanity

About “Vertigo” by Rough Trade

Read the complete lyrics to "Vertigo" by Rough Trade from the album "Shaking the Foundations" in 1982. On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Pop.

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"Vertigo" is credited to Rough Trade. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Vertigo" appears on "Shaking the Foundations" in 1982.

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