The Ink in the Well

"The Ink in the Well" is a song by the English singer-songwriter David Sylvian. It was released in August 1984 as the second single from his debut solo album Brilliant Trees.

"The Ink in the Well"
Single by David Sylvian
from the album Brilliant Trees
B-side"Weathered Wall" (Instrumental)
ReleasedAugust 1984 (1984-08)
Recorded1983–1984, London, Berlin
GenreArt rock
Length4:30
LabelVirgin
Songwriter(s)Jon Hassell, David Sylvian
Producer(s)Steve Nye, David Sylvian
David Sylvian singles chronology
"Red Guitar"
(1984)
"The Ink in the Well"
(1984)
"Pulling Punches"
(1984)
Music video
"The Ink in the Well" on YouTube

Chart positions

Chart (1984) Peak
position
Irish Singles Chart[1] 28
UK Singles Chart[2] 36
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References

  1. "The Ink In The Well". irishcharts.ie. Retrieved October 3, 2012.
  2. "David Sylvian – The Ink In The Well". officialcharts.com. Retrieved October 3, 2012.
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