Breathe a Sigh
Def Leppard
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Let me down slow an' easy 'Cause there ain't nothin' I can do I hope and pray, my faith won't leave me When it comes down to me an' you Try a little tenderness I die a little For a long lost sweet caress You lyin' next to me Fulfilled some destiny I wanna cry But I breathe a sigh Just a little bit of lettin' go I don't want you to know I wanna cry But I breathe a sigh Overflow of emotion And a hurt that'll never heal If you close the door forever The fate of pain is sealed Try a little tenderness I die a little For a long lost sweet caress You lyin' next to me Fulfilled some destiny I wanna cry But I breathe a sigh Just a little bit of lettin' go, yea I don't want you to know I wanna cry But I breathe a sigh I more than long for your affection You tell me now that ain't so Not even gentle persuasion Is ever gonna let me go You lyin' next to me, yea Fulfilled some destiny I wanna cry But I breathe a sigh Just a little bit of lettin' go, yea I don't want you to know I wanna cry But I breathe a sigh Won't you let me breathe? Won't you let me breathe? Let me breathe Won't you let me breathe? Breathe a sigh Won't you let me breathe? Won't you let me breathe? Breathe a sigh Won't you let me breathe?
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Written by: PHIL COLLEN
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15 facts about this song
Song’s Origin"Breathe a Sigh" is a song by British rock band Def Leppard from their 1996 album "Slang".
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Chart SuccessThe song reached #18 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart in 1996.
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ReleaseIt was released as the third single from "Slang" in November 1996 in the United States.
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GenreThe sound of "Breathe a Sigh" is considered pop-oriented and more laid back compared to Def Leppard’s usual hard rock music, showcasing the band's versatility in music styles.
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SongwritersThe song was written by band members Joe Elliott, Rick Savage, Phil Collen, and Vivian Campbell.
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Unique Music CompositionUnlike most Def Leppard songs, Breathe a Sigh is a bow-driven track, and not driven by multiple guitar parts.
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Vocal ExcellenceLead singer Joe Elliott's vocals are praised in this song for conveying emotion effectively, demonstrating his vocal range.
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Album ThemeThe song's theme matches the tone of the album "Slang", which contains more introspective lyric contents and emotional tunes.
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Video ReleaseA promotional music video was released for the song which included a compilation of the band's previous concert performances and backstage footage.
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Band TransitionThe album “Slang”, including the song "Breathe a Sigh", was released during a time when Def Leppard was transitioning its musical style. It reflected their effort to stay relevant during an era when grunge and alternative rock were at the peak of popularity.
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Recording SessionsThe recording sessions of "Slang" album, including "Breathe a Sigh", were held in various overseas locations, providing a distinctive cultural influence which can be experienced within the song.
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Critical Reception"Breathe a Sigh" notable for its smooth production and was a critical success upon release, with reviewers appreciating its deviation from the band's more familiar sound.
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Emotional ContentThe song carries an emotional depth regarding love and romance; the lyrics expressing longing, guilt, and a desire to make things right again.
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Song ArrangementWhat sets "Breathe a Sigh" apart from many of Def Leppard's rock anthems is its R&B influenced rhythm and blues arrangement.
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ProducerThe band members themselves, Joe Elliott, Rick Savage, Phil Collen, Rick Allen, and Vivian Campbell produced the song along with Pete Woodroffe.
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