Lament (Ultravox song)

"Lament" is the third single and title track from Ultravox's seventh studio album, released on 29 June 1984.

"Lament"
Single by Ultravox
from the album Lament
B-side	"Heart of the Country (Instrumental)"
Released	29 June 1984
Recorded	Musicfest Studio, 1983
Length	4:27
Label	Chrysalis Records
Songwriter(s)	Warren Cann, Chris Cross, Billy Currie, Midge Ure
Producer(s)	Ultravox
Ultravox singles chronology
"Dancing with Tears in My Eyes" (1984) "Lament" (1984) "Love's Great Adventure" (1984)

The music video depicting the band members visiting their lovers on a remote Scottish island. The video was filmed in Elgol, Kilmarie, and Broadford Hall.

The single was less successful than the band's previous release, peaking at #22 in the United Kingdom and #47 in New Zealand.^[1][2]

Track listing

7" version

1. "Lament" – 4:17
2. "Heart Of The Country (Instrumental)" – 4:24

12" version

1. "Lament (Extended Mix)" – 8:01
2. "Heart Of The Country (Instrumental)" – 3:48
3. "Lament" [single edit] – 4:17