Paradise

Styx

About Paradise

"Paradise" is the only single release from Styx's 1997 live double album Return to Paradise. The song was originally written and recorded by Dennis DeYoung for his musical The Hunchback of Notre Dame. The song was re-recorded by Styx for inclusion as one of three new studio tracks on the live album. It was released only to radio stations and not commercially, charting at #27 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. It is, to date, the last Styx song to chart on the AC chart. At the same time, the track "On My Way" was also released to radio stations, but it failed to chart. 


Year:
1997
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And then she holds my hand, mm
And then I understand. mm
Her eyes afire with one desire
Then a heavenly kiss
Could I resist?
And then she dims the light, mm
And then she holds me tight. mm
Her kiss, each fond caress
They lead the way to happiness
She takes me to paradise
 
And then he holds my hand, mm
And then I understand. mm
His eyes afire with one desire
Then a heavenly kiss
Could I resist?
And then he dims the light, mm
And then he holds me tight. mm
Her kiss, each fond caress
They lead the way to happiness
She takes me to paradise

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Styx

The Styx (Ancient Greek: Στύξ, also meaning "hate" and "detestation") (adjectival form: Stygian, /ˈstɪdʒiən/) is a river in Greek mythology that formed the boundary between Earth and the Underworld (often called Hades which is also the name of this domain's ruler). The rivers Styx, Phlegethon, Acheron, and Cocytus all converge at the center of the underworld on a great marsh, which is also sometimes called the Styx. The important rivers of the underworld are Lethe, Eridanos, and Alpheus. more »

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Written by: Nacio Herb Brown, Gordon Clifford, GREGORY J ABBOTT

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12 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Paradise" is a song by American rock band Styx. It was released as part of their eighth studio album "Pieces of Eight" in 1978.
Album Success
The album "Pieces of Eight" attained triple-platinum certification just one year after its release, which reflects its immense success. The song "Paradise" was one of the featured tracks.
Song Theme
The song narrates the story of a man who has everything he could ever want but feels empty within. It's about seeking for internal peace or 'paradise' rather than external materials.
Songwriters
Like most other songs of Styx, "Paradise" was also written by members of the band. Dennis DeYoung, the band's frontman and keyboardist, took the lead in songwriting.
Musical Style
"Paradise" is a blend of progressive rock and hard rock, the combination that Styx is famously known for. It also showcases the band's mastery in intricate compositions and clever time changes.
Legacy
Despite not being a single, "Paradise" received considerable airplay upon release and is still cherished by die-hard Styx fans.
Live Performances
"Paradise" proved successful in live performances due to its catchy tune and profound lyrics. Styx often included it in their setlist during tours in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Lyrics
The song begins with the following lyrics - "It's six o'clock, and I'm wide awake, thinking to myself, Is there not much more than this, A higher place I could go, in the chill, still of the night...".
Album Concept
"Pieces of Eight" is a concept album, and "Paradise" is an integral part of the overall storyline where the characters struggle in their quest for personal fulfillment against material desires.
Instrumentation
Styx's signature sound, marked by intricate guitar solos, strong organ backgrounds and high-pitched vocals, is quite prominent in "Paradise."
Vintage Value
While the band's style has evolved and changed with the times, "Paradise" remains a nostalgic reflection of Styx's classic sound from the late '70s.
Popularity
Despite not gaining as much commercial success as other Styx hits like "Renegade" or "Blue Collar Man," "Paradise" has carved a strong niche within the band's discography and continues to be appreciated by Styx fans worldwide.

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