Do You Ever Wonder
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"Do You Ever Wonder" is vocalist Alison Moyet's second single from 2002, being the second single of the album Hometime
.
Like Moyet's previous single, the single failed to enter the UK top 100, peaking at #113. Moyet's previous single "Should I Feel That It's Over
" peaked at #144.
No promotional video was created for the single although Moyet performed the song on UK TV. She also performed the song on the Jools Holland
show along with "Should I Feel That It's Over".
The song "Do You Ever Wonder" was written by British singer Carlton McCarthy, best known for his work with Massive Attack
and Smith & Mighty
. McCarthy also co-wrote the "Hometime" track "Say It" with British musician Eg White
.
The two b-sides for the single are "Yesterday's Flame (Insects Remix)" and "Bilan". "Yesterday's Flame" was the opening track on the same album "Hometime". "Bilan" is a French version of the "Hometime" single "More" where Moyet performs the song in French herself. "Bilan" was also included on certain editions of "Hometime".
The single and album was produced by Tim Norfolk and Bob Locke under the name "The Insects
", known for their Emmy-award winning soundtrack work and collaborations with Goldfrapp
, Massive Attack
and Madonna
.
Hometime (album)
Hometime is the title of the fifth studio album of singer/songwriter Alison Moyet.There is a gap of almost eight years between the release of Essex, the singer's previous studio album, and Hometime; this was caused by a dispute between the singer and Sony Music Entertainment, her former record...
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Like Moyet's previous single, the single failed to enter the UK top 100, peaking at #113. Moyet's previous single "Should I Feel That It's Over
Should I Feel That It's Over
"Should I Feel That It's Over" is vocalist Alison Moyet's first single from 2002, being the lead single of the album Hometime. It was also the debut single on Moyet's new label Sanctuary Records....
" peaked at #144.
No promotional video was created for the single although Moyet performed the song on UK TV. She also performed the song on the Jools Holland
Jools Holland
Julian Miles "Jools" Holland OBE, DL is an English pianist, bandleader, singer, composer, and television presenter. He was a founder of the band Squeeze and his work has involved him with many artists including Sting, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, The Who, David Gilmour and Bono.Holland is a...
show along with "Should I Feel That It's Over".
The song "Do You Ever Wonder" was written by British singer Carlton McCarthy, best known for his work with Massive Attack
Massive Attack
Massive Attack are an English DJ and trip hop duo from Bristol, England consisting of Robert "3D" Del Naja and Grant "Daddy G" Marshall. Working with co-producers, as well as various session musicians and guest vocalists, they make records and tour live. The duo are considered to be of the trip...
and Smith & Mighty
Smith & Mighty
Smith & Mighty are a Drum and bass/Trip hop group from Bristol, consisting of Rob Smith and Ray Mighty. Their first releases, in the late 1980s, were breakbeat covers of "Anyone Who Had a Heart" and "Walk on By"...
. McCarthy also co-wrote the "Hometime" track "Say It" with British musician Eg White
Eg White
Francis Anthony "Eg" White is a British musician, songwriter and producer. White is primarily known for his work with successful commercial pop acts such as Adele, Duffy, Will Young and James Morrison...
.
The two b-sides for the single are "Yesterday's Flame (Insects Remix)" and "Bilan". "Yesterday's Flame" was the opening track on the same album "Hometime". "Bilan" is a French version of the "Hometime" single "More" where Moyet performs the song in French herself. "Bilan" was also included on certain editions of "Hometime".
The single and album was produced by Tim Norfolk and Bob Locke under the name "The Insects
Startled Insects
Startled Insects was a British New Wave instrumental jazz group. Their music was a unique mix of experimental synthesizer textures and ethnic rhythms.-History:...
", known for their Emmy-award winning soundtrack work and collaborations with Goldfrapp
Goldfrapp
Goldfrapp are an English electronic music duo, formed in 1999 in London, England, that consists of Alison Goldfrapp and Will Gregory ....
, Massive Attack
Massive Attack
Massive Attack are an English DJ and trip hop duo from Bristol, England consisting of Robert "3D" Del Naja and Grant "Daddy G" Marshall. Working with co-producers, as well as various session musicians and guest vocalists, they make records and tour live. The duo are considered to be of the trip...
and Madonna
Madonna (entertainer)
Madonna is an American singer-songwriter, actress and entrepreneur. Born in Bay City, Michigan, she moved to New York City in 1977 to pursue a career in modern dance. After performing in the music groups Breakfast Club and Emmy, she released her debut album in 1983...
.
Formats
CD Single (UK release)- "Do You Ever Wonder" - 3:10
- "Yesterday's Flame (Insects Remix)" - 4:48
- "Bilan" - 4:00
Chart performance
| Chart (2002) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| UK Singles Chart | 113 |
Personnel
- Artwork Design – E-Xentric Thinking
- Photography – Paul Cox
- Producer – Tim Norfolk, Bob Locke (The Insects)
- Remixers on "Yesterday's Flame (Imsects Remix) - Tim Norfolk, Bob Locke (The Insects)
- Writer of "Do You Ever Wonder" - Carlton McCarthy
- Writer of "Yesterday's Flame" - Alison Moyet, Pete Glenister
- Writer of "Bilan/More" - Alison Moyet, Pete Glenister