The Prisoner

The story behind

Tears for Fears released The Prisoner in 1983, as part of the album The Hurting. The song lasts 2 minutes and 56 seconds, and is part of an album that focuses on heavy themes such as trauma and loneliness. The album was released in March of that year, and within a few days it was number one in the United Kingdom. It was a success, both for its sound and its message. The song stood out for its rhythm and its lyrics that speak of being trapped, of not being able to escape. Many people still listen to it, and on Last.fm it has over 175 thousand plays.