How many songs are on Goodnight Song?

Goodnight Song has 2 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.

Released 33 years ago this October

Goodnight Song

Tears for Fears · 1993

7 min · 2 tracks · new wave

A soothing blend of new wave melodies wrapped in reflective lyrics, embodying a tender farewell to the day.

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Goodnight Song (radio version) — This radio version encapsulates the song's gentle essence, making it accessible and memorable for listeners while highlighting the duo’s signature harmonies.
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Goodnight Song (album version) — The album version offers a richer arrangement that allows for deeper emotional exploration, enhancing the lyrical depth through layered instrumentation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks significant depth or innovation.

What we noticed

The single features two versions of the same song, with the radio version being shorter and more concise than the album version.
Both versions maintain a steady mid-tempo pace, emphasizing the soothing melodies and reflective lyrics throughout.
The arrangement includes layered synths and soft percussion, creating an atmospheric backdrop that supports the vocal delivery.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.