Drawn to the Rhythm
Sarah McLachlan
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When we wore a heart of stone we wandered to the sea Hoping to find some comfort there yearning to feel free And we were mesmerized by the lull of the night and the smells that filled the air And we laid us down on sandy ground it was cold but we didn't care And we were drawn to the rhythm Drawn to the rhythm of the sea And we were drawn to the rhythm Drawn into the rhythm of the sea We fell asleep and began to dream when something broke the night Memories stirred inside of us, the struggle and the fight And we could feel the heat of a thousand voices telling us which way to go And we cried out is there no escape from the words that plague me so And we were drawn to the rhythm Drawn to the rhythm of the sea And we were drawn to the rhythm Drawn into the rhythm of the sea In the still and the silent dawn another day is born Washed up by the tireless waves the body bent and torn When you wake in the face of the blinding sun, and you search only to find That heaven is a stranger place than what you've left behind And we were drawn to the rhythm Drawn to the rhythm of the sea And we were drawn to the rhythm Drawn into the rhythm of the sea And we were drawn to the rhythm Drawn into the rhythm of the sea
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Written by: SARAH ANN MCLACHLAN
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10 facts about this song
Genre and Album"Drawn to the Rhythm" is a song by Canadian singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan. It falls under the adult contemporary and soft rock genres and is included in her 1991 album, "Solace."
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Music Composition and LyricsThe song features McLachlan's signature haunting melodies accompanied by a rich instrumental arrangement. The lyrics of "Drawn to the Rhythm" tell a story of irresistible attraction, much like being lured by the rhythm of music or life itself.
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Critical ReceptionThough not released as a single, "Drawn to the Rhythm" received positive reviews from music critics. They praised McLachlan's emotive writing style and powerful vocals.
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Live PerformancesAside from being performed in her concerts, Sarah McLachlan also presented "Drawn to the Rhythm" on the "Black Velvet Jam" concert in 1993.
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Place in McLachlan's CareerThis song solidified McLachlan's position as a mature, thought-provoking songwriter. The 'Solace' album marked a definite progression from her debut, moving her further into the realm of singer-songwriter.
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Song InspirationWhile McLachlan hasn't spoken much about the specific inspiration for "Drawn to the Rhythm", her songs typically draw from her introspection and experience.
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Record LabelThe song was released via Arista Records, a record label that has signed numerous well-known artists, including Whitney Houston, Kenny G and Barry Manilow.
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Producer"Drawn to the Rhythm" and the entire "Solace" album were produced by Pierre Marchand, who would go on to have a long-standing collaborative relationship with McLachlan. He has had a significant influence on her music, helping to create the atmospheric, moody sound she’s known for.
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Music VideosUnlike many other of McLachlan's songs, "Drawn to the Rhythm" didn't have a dedicated music video. However, it has been featured in several live performance videos.
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Cultural ImpactEven though "Drawn to the Rhythm" is not one of McLachlan's most commercially successful songs, it remains a favorite amongst die-hard fans and showcases her early knack for emotionally resonant songwriting.
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