Keep the Fire

Kenny Loggins

About Keep the Fire

"Keep The Fire" is a song by American artist Kenny Loggins. It was released in 1980 as the second and final single from the album of the same name. This track reached number 36 in the Billboard Hot 100 chart in April that year. The song was written by Kenny Loggins and Eva Ein Loggins.


Year:
1979
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There's a river in
Evening ember glow
And you're wishing you could see
How far it flows
Rolling on to an endless sea
You'd be well on your way
If you could only set sail.

But dreams can drift away
And sails can fill with doubt
Where's your vision
If the embers flicker out?
Don't let it slip from view

The horizons are waiting
Your river is fading

[Chorus:]
So keep the fire burning tonight
See just what comes into sight
Don't take forever
Take it through the night

And believe the sun
Will rise with the dawn
That's all you need to go on
But for tonight
Just keep the fire burning bright

I will never need to ask
"What have I done?"
Comes a moment when it's clear
There's only one.
Oh, whatever you need of me
I've made up my mind
I'll give you more than you've asked for

And there are those who can foresee
Where we will go
All the future...
I don't really want to know
Only that you'll be here with me.

While the embers still glow
We'll be safe till tomorrow.

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Kenny Loggins

Kenneth Clark "Kenny" Loggins (born January 7, 1948) is an American singer and songwriter. He is known for soft rock music beginning during the 1970s, and later for writing and performing for movie soundtracks in the 1980s. Originally a part of the duo Loggins and Messina, he became a solo artist and has written songs for other artists. more »

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Written by: EVA LOGGINS, KENNY LOGGINS

Lyrics © Gnossos Music / Milk Money Music

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14 facts about this song

Release Date
"Keep the Fire" is a song from the 70's by Kenny Loggins. It was released in 1979.
Album
It is also the title track from his third solo album, also called "Keep the Fire."
Genre Classification
The song falls into the Soft Rock genre, which was hugely popular during that time.
Co-artist
The song was co-written by Kenny Loggins along with Eva Loggins, showing it to be a family collaboration.
Chart Performance
"Keep the Fire" performed reasonably well in the charts. It reached number 36 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Artwork
The cover artwork of the album was noted for its unique style. It featured a four-armed man, which was influenced by the Via Positiva philosophy.
Lyrics Interpretation
The song's lyrics are often interpreted as a reminder to always keep the passion and fire alive in life, particularly in the context of overcoming obstacles and facing challenges.
Song Theme
The song talks about personal transformation and the journey of consciousness which aligns with Kenny Loggins' exploration of self-growth and spirituality.
Impact
"Keep the Fire" has been a fan favorite, and decades later, it is still listened as a classic Soft Rock track.
Reception
The song reaffirmed Kenny Loggins' status as one of the defining artists of the Soft Rock genre in the late 70s.
Backing Singers
Notable backing singers on this track and the album included Michael McDonald of Doobie Brothers and Stevie Nicks from Fleetwood Mac, helping to elevate the song even higher.
Music Video
The music video shows Kenny Loggins and his band performing on a dark stage, with occasional shots of a roaring fire, reflecting the song's lyrical theme.
Live Performances
Kenny Loggins regularly performs this song during his live performances, and it remains one of his concert staples.
Legacy
"Keep the Fire" has been covered by various artists over the years and continues to inspire upcoming musicians.

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