This Is the World We Live In

Alcazar

About This Is the World We Live In

"This Is the World We Live In" is a eurodance song performed by Swedish band Alcazar. The song is the fifth single from their second album, Alcazarized. It was released in the summer of 2003 and became a hit, peaking at number three in Sweden, number one in Hungary, and reaching the top 20 in Flemish Belgium, Denmark, Italy, Norway and the United Kingdom. The song contains an interpolation of Diana Ross's Motown classic "Upside Down", and the chorus is adapted from the Genesis song "Land of Confusion".  


Year:
2003
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Somebody's felt her hate, 
He's faith is all about the certain 
Too busy thinking bout the pain 
To bother checking why it's hurting 

So come on make it right tonight 
Gotta get in my life 
Doesn't matter who you are 
When you moving up with Alcazar 

This is the world we live in 
And these are the hands we're given 
Use them and let's start trying
To make it a place worth living in

This is the world we live in
And these are the hands we're given
Use them and let's start trying
To make it a place worth living in

Well you're moving up with Alcazar 
(Moving, moving, moving) 
Well you're moving up with Alcazar 
(Moving, moving, moving) 

Like a circle made of flames 
No telling where it started burning 
Oh for every fire you contain 
A new one keeps the circle turning

So come on make it right tonight 
Gotta get in my life 
Doesn't matter who you are 
When you moving out with Alcazar 

This is the world we live in
And these are the hands we're given
Use them and let's start trying
To make it a place worth living in 
(Where we live in) 

This is the world we live in
And these are the hands we're given
Use them and let's start trying 
(Let's start trying) 
To make it a place worth living in 

Moving 
Moving, moving, moving 
Moving, moving 
Move, move, move, move, move 

Doesn't matter who you are 
When you're moving up with Alcazar 

This is the world we live in 
And these are the hands we're given
Use them and let's start trying 
To make it a place worth living in 

This is the world we live in
And these are the hands we're given 
Use them and let's start trying
To make it a place worth living in 
(No matter how's beginning) 

Well you're moving up with Alcazar 
(Moving, moving, moving) 
Well you're moving up with Alcazar 
Well you're moving up with Alcazar!

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Alcazar

Alcazar was a Swedish Eurodance group which has established themselves as one of Sweden's most successful music groups with a string of hits since their debut single in 1999. Worldwide, Alcazar sold over 12 million records between 2001 and 2004. Alcazar have also had success around the world with their song "Crying at the Discoteque", having charted in countries such as USA, Brazil, Australia, Japan and most countries in Europe. Alcazar disbanded indefinitely in August 2011 after a concert at Stockholm Pride. more »

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Written by: ANTHONY GEORGE BANKS, PHIL COLLINS, MIKE RUTHERFORD (GB), BERNARD EDWARDS, NILE GREGORY RODGERS

Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"This Is the World We Live In" was released by Swedish band Alcazar on May 15th, 2004.
Chart Performance
The song reached top 10 in many countries including the UK, Sweden, and Netherlands, thereby establishing Alcazar as one of Sweden's most successful music exports.
Musical Composition
It is a disco pop song blending elements of two popular tracks – Diana Ross’s hit single 'Upside Down' and Genesis’s 'Land of Confusion', making it a unique musical composition.
Production Team
The song was produced by the team at Murlyn Music, a Swedish music production company.
Music Video
The memorable music video for "This Is The World We Live In" showcases the members of Alcazar emerging from sand sculptures, a feature that contributed to its popularity.
Album Inclusion
"This Is the World We Live In" is part of Alcazar's second studio album, "Alcazarized", which enjoyed a successful run in many European charts.
Eurovision Contest
Alcazar attempted to represent Sweden in the Eurovision Song Contest with "This Is the World We Live In", but the song finished third in a national televised vote.
Song Meaning
The song sends a message of unity and understanding, encouraging listeners to take care of the world we live in.
Genesis Recognition
The song reached a wide audience and grabbed attention from Genesis, who loved Alcazar's "sound collage".
Global Impact
Due to its catchy tune and meaningful lyrics, "This Is the World We Live In" managed to establish a strong connection with many fans across different age groups and cultures.

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