Set Adrift on Memory Bliss
Backstreet Boys
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The candle plays the hourglass The days go and all I do is Think of you and wonder where you are at night Oh I remember everything Every smile, and even all The reasons why you say I pushed you out of my life Baby you set me Baby you set me Set adrift on memory's bliss of you Baby you set me Set adrift on memory's bliss of you Destiny is everything Reality's replaced you with The biggest empty void I've ever had in life (ever had in life) ohh Bet you say that I don't care I bet you say that I don't even think of you But God knows how wrong you are Baby will you be there when the morning comes? (Baby will you be there?) Just give me time (just give me time) To fix my life (to fix my life, baby) Baby will you be there when I open my eyes? After all the time I've spent, wishing you Baby you set me Baby you set me Set adrift on memory's bliss of you Baby you set me Set adrift on memory's bliss of you Sadness that overwhelmed me My mind flies and carelessly Imagines that you're happy with your life right now oh I guess that's just the way it goes Forever's gone so now I must Place you with all the things that I can never have Baby you set me Baby you set me Set adrift on memory's bliss of you So come on now I know this much is true I know this much is true
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Written by: ATTRELL CORDES, GARY JAMES KEMP, GARY KEMP, ATTRELL STEPHEN CORDES
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13 facts about this song
Song Origin"Set Adrift on Memory Bliss" was originally performed by P.M. Dawn, a hip hop duo from the United States.
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Cover VersionThe Backstreet Boys covered "Set Adrift on Memory Bliss" for their self-titled album in 1996, introducing the song to a new generation.
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Sample UseBoth the original version and the Backstreet Boys version of the song heavily sample Sting's "The Bed's Too Big Without You."
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song are about reminiscing old memories and the pain of letting go of the past.
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Music VideoUnlike many of their other songs, the Backstreet Boys did not release a music video for their rendition of "Set Adrift On Memory Bliss."
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Track ListingThe song is the 12th track on their self-titled international album.
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Live PerformanceThe Backstreet Boys have added a performance of "Set Adrift On Memory Bliss" to some of their concert setlists, much to the joy of their fans.
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Chart PerformanceEven though the song was not released as a single by the Backstreet Boys, its performance was still notable. It peaked at #53 on the Australian ARIA chart.
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Positive ReceptionTheir rendition of the song was generally well received by fans and critics, highlighting their harmony and vocal skills.
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Album SuccessEven though the song wasn't released as a single, the Backstreet Boys' self-titled album went on to sell over 14 million copies worldwide, indicating the song and the album reached a large audience.
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Diversity in MusicTheir choice to cover "Set Adrift On Memory Bliss" showcases The Backstreet Boys' willingness to take risks and diversify their musical range, as the song features elements of new jack swing, pop and hip-hop.
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Fans InterpretationThe song is often interpreted by fans as a depiction of the struggle of dealing with past emotions and trying to move on.
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Spandau BalletA whimsical detail is that the song title "Set Adrift on Memory Bliss" is in fact a reference to Spandau Ballet – a band that gained popularity in the '80s, showing the linkage of music eras.
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