Tricks of the Light

Mike Oldfield

About Tricks of the Light

"Tricks of the Light" is a single by musician Mike Oldfield released in 1984 and is from the Virgin Records album Discovery. Maggie Reilly and Barry Palmer perform vocals for this song. The single's B-side, "Afghan" (working title "Celtic", is a non-album track, and was recorded at the same time as the Discovery album. The single also features an instrumental version of "Tricks of the Light".


Year:
1984
3:52
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I'm half a crazy man
Waiting for a confirmation
Signs keep changing
I need some more information

Some tricks of the light
You never know
Make a flickering midnight light
Into a glow

It's a trick of the light
It's a trick of the light

Something tells me how
Her bright blue eyes are smiling
She turns her head now
Will she won't she deny him

Some tricks of the light
You never know
Make a flickering midnight light
Into a glow
And the spark that you saw so bright
Was just for show
Could it ever have turned out right
You'll never know

It's a trick of the light
It's a trick of the light

She turns she takes his hand
Breaking his concentration
She burns at his command
Makes some transfiguration

Some tricks of the light etc.
You never know

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Mike Oldfield

Michael Gordon Oldfield (born 15 May 1953) is an English multi-instrumentalist musician and composer, working a style that blends progressive rock, folk, ethnic or world music, classical music, electronic music, New Age, and more recently, dance. His music is often elaborate and complex in nature. He is best known for his 1973 hit album Tubular Bells, which launched Virgin Records, and for his 1983 hit single "Moonlight Shadow". He is also well known for his hit rendition of the Christmas piece "In Dulci Jubilo". more »

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Written by: MIKE OLDFIELD

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15 facts about this song

Song Identification
"Tricks of the Light" is a track composed and performed by English singer-songwriter Mike Oldfield.
Album Association
The song is part of Oldfield's 1987 album titled "Islands," the eleventh studio album in his discography.
Collaborations
The song features Maggie Reilly and Robbie Bruce as the lead vocalists. Maggie Reilly had been a long-standing collaborator with Mike Oldfield.
Genre Classification
Falling primarily within the progressive rock category, "Tricks of the Light" also has elements of new-age music and pop-rock that are common in many of Mike Oldfield's compositions.
Instrumentation
A noteworthy characteristic of "Tricks of the Light" is the blend of synthesizers and guitars, creating a unique soundscape that is signature to Oldfield's style.
Single Release
Even though "Tricks of the Light" was a part of the "Islands" album, it was not initially released as a musical single.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised the song for its engaging melody and expertly crafted blend of electronic and traditional instrumentation.
Length Details
The song has a running time of 3 minutes and 52 seconds, providing a condensed yet impactful listening experience.
Lyrics
The lyrics to "Tricks of the Light" are reflected on themes of deception, illusion, and realizing the truth, fitting in well with Oldfield's occasionally metaphysical lyrical leanings.
Music Video
A music video for "Tricks of the Light" does not appear to exist, which is unusual given the song's popularity among Oldfield's fans.
Live Performances
Despite its popularity, "Tricks of the Light" was not frequently performed live by Oldfield during his concert tours.
Format and Release
In its original release, "Tricks of the Light" was available in both vinyl and CD format as part of the overall "Islands" album.
Producer Credits
The song was produced by Mike Oldfield himself, which is consistent with most of his discography.
Studio Recording
"Tricks of the Light", similar to the entire "Islands" album, was primarily recorded in Oldfield's home studio.
Backing Vocals
Not common in Oldfield's productions, this track specifically uses backing vocals to enhance the overall sound.

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