The 12" extended mix was released in 1986 through Virgin Records .
The song features the "sweet tooth" vocals of Per Øystein Sørensen , which contrast with the somber, poetic lyrics to create a uniquely evocative sound. Legacy and Versions THE DISTANCE BETWEEN US - FRA LIPPO LIPPI [12"EXTENDED MIX]
It was often released as a double A-side single with "Shouldn’t Have to Be Like That," which saw significant chart success in Norway and the UK. The 12" extended mix was released in 1986
The Distance Between Us: Fra Lippo Lippi (12" Extended Mix) 1986 track, "The Distance Between Us," stands as a cornerstone of mid-80s melancholic synth-pop. While originally appearing on their 1985 album Songs , the version most fans recognize is the remixed international release that helped define the Norwegian duo's legacy. Production and Release History The Distance Between Us: Fra Lippo Lippi (12"
The lyrics explore themes of emotional separation , helplessness, and the struggle to find belonging in a "crazy world" of "pleasure domes and atom bombs".