Landslide

Dixie Chicks, Stevie Nicks

About Landslide

"Landslide" is a song written by Stevie Nicks and performed by British-American music group Fleetwood Mac. It was first featured on the band's self-titled 1975 album, Fleetwood Mac. The original recording also appears on the compilation albums 25 Years – The Chain (1992) and The Very Best of Fleetwood Mac (2002), while a live version was released as a single 23 years later from the live reunion album The Dance. It reached number 51 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and 10 on the Adult Contemporary chart. "Landslide" was certified Gold in October 2009 for sales of over 500,000 copies in the United States. According to Nielsen Soundscan, "Landslide" sold 1,315,950 copies in the United States as of February 2013. 


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2009
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I took my love and I took it down
Climbed a mountain then I turned around
And I saw my reflection in the snow covered hills
Well the landslide brought me down

Oh, mirror in the sky
What is love?
Can the child within my heart rise above
Can I sail through the changing ocean tides
Can I handle the seasons of my life

Uh ah 
Uh ah 
Uh ah 

Well, I've been afraid of changin'
'Cause I built my life around you
But time makes you bolder
Children get older
I'm getting older too

Well 

Well, I've been afraid of changin'
'Cause I built my life around you
But time makes you bolder
Children get older
I'm getting older too

Well, I'm getting older too

So, take this love and take it down
Yeah, and if you climb a mountain and ya turn around
And if you see my reflection in the snow covered hills
Well the landslide brought me down

And if you see my reflection in the snow covered hills

Well maybe
Well maybe
Well maybe

The landslide will bring you down.

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Stevie Nicks

Stephanie Lynn "Stevie" Nicks (born May 26, 1948 in Phoenix, Arizona) is an American singer-songwriter, best known for her work with Fleetwood Mac and an extensive solo career, which collectively have produced over forty Top 50 hits and sold over 140 million albums. She was deemed "The Reigning Queen of Rock and Roll" and one of the "100 Greatest Singers of All Time" by Rolling Stone,and, as a member of Fleetwood Mac, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998. As a solo artist, she has garnered eight Grammy Award nominations and, with Fleetwood Mac, a further five. more »

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Written by: Stevie Nicks

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Landslide" is a song written solely by Stevie Nicks, lead vocalist of the rock band Fleetwood Mac.
Release Details
The track was first featured on Fleetwood Mac’s self-titled album in 1975.
Song Inspiration
Nicks wrote "Landslide" in Aspen, Colorado, in 1974, during a tumultuous period in her life when she was contemplating whether to return to school or continue with Fleetwood Mac.
Musical Recognition
Despite its popularity, "Landslide" was not released as a single originally. However, a live version from the 1997 album, "The Dance," reached No. 51 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Song Interpretation
The song is often interpreted as an introspective piece about personal transition and recognizing one's mortality.
Cover Versions
"Landslide" has been covered by a multitude of artists including the Smashing Pumpkins, the Chicks (formerly Dixie Chicks), and Glee cast member Naya Rivera. The Chicks' version reached No. 7 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
Timeless Appeal
After more than four decades since its release, the song remains relevant and continues to gain popularity among new generations. It is a mainstay on the setlist of Stevie Nicks’ solo concerts.
Grammy Nomination
The live version of "Landslide" from ‘The Dance’ earned Fleetwood Mac a Grammy nomination in 1998 for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
Gold Certification
"Landslide" received a Gold record from RIAA for selling over 500,000 copies in 2009, indicating the song's enduring popularity.
Cultural Impact
"Landslide" is thought to be one of Nicks' most profound song of self-reflection and has become an anthem for those facing their fears and contemplating significant life changes.

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