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"I don't want to see a ghost, It's the sight that I fear most, I'd rather have a piece of toast, Watch the evening news."

She starts out sheltered by a sleek black umbrella that soon flies away, letting the sunshine in. desree_life_official_video

You cannot talk about this song without talking about its lyrics. In 2007, the track notoriously topped a BBC Poll for the "worst ever pop lyric". The culprit? "I don't want to see a ghost, It's

You can listen to the track alongside her other hits on platforms like Spotify or check out the official video to brighten your day. The culprit

Despite the lyrical teasing, the track was a massive global smash, topping the charts in several European countries. It works because it doesn't take itself too seriously. In a world of overly complex and moody music videos, watching Des'ree smile and sing about how "life indeed can be fun" is the exact kind of escapism we still need.

Directed by Mike Lipscombe , the video perfectly mirrors the upbeat, jubilant melody of the track.

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