Gravity of Love

Enigma

About Gravity of Love

"Gravity of Love" is a song by the musical group Enigma. It was released in November 1999 as the lead single from the album The Screen Behind the Mirror. The song features guest vocals by Ruth-Ann Boyle of the British band Olive and has samples from Carl Orff's Carmina Burana. The beat in the song originally came from Led Zeppelin's rendition of "When the Levee Breaks", which was also used in the song "Return to Innocence".


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2010
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Turn around and smell what you don't see 
Close your eyes it is so clear 
Here's the mirror, behind there is a screen 
On both ways you can get in 

Don't think twice before you listen to your heart 
Follow the trace for a new start 

What you need and everything you'll feel 
Is just a question of the deal 
In the eye of storm you'll see a lonely dove 
The experience of survival is the key 
To the gravity of love 

The path of excess leads to 
The tower of Wisdom 
The path of excess leads to 
The tower of Wisdom 

Try to think about it 
That's the chance to live your life and discover 
What it is, what's the gravity of love 

Look around just people, can you hear their voice 
Find the one who'll guide you to the limits of your choice 

But if you're in the eye of storm 
Just think of the lonely dove 
The experience of survival is the key 
To the gravity of love.

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Enigma

Enigma is an electronic musical project founded in Germany by Michael Cretu, David Fairstein and Frank Peterson in 1990. The Romanian-born Cretu conceived the Enigma project while working in Germany, but has based his recording studio A.R.T. Studios in Ibiza, Spain, since the early 1990s until May 2009, where he has recorded all of Enigma's studio releases to date. Cretu is both the composer and the producer of the project. His former wife, pop singer Sandra, often provided vocals on Enigma tracks. Jens Gad co-arranged and played guitar on three of the Enigma albums. Peter Cornelius also contributed to Enigma during the 1990s. more »

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Written by: CARL ORFF, MICHAEL CRETU

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Gravity of Love" is a song by the musical project Enigma. It was released as the lead single from their fourth album, "The Screen Behind the Mirror," in November 1999.
Chart Success
The track gained significant commercial success, reaching top-10 positions on multiple charts worldwide, including number 6 in Finland and number 7 in Hungary.
Musical Composition
The song features samples from Carl Orff’s "O Fortuna," a classical piece that is part of his cantata "Carmina Burana." This creates Enigma's signature blend of new-age ambiance with classical elements.
Lyrics and interpretation
The lyrics of “Gravity of Love” convey themes of love, destiny, regret and the irreversible nature of time. The song has inspired various interpretations from fans and critics alike.
Music Video
The music video, directed by Julien Temple, is equally enigmatic and visually striking. It features actor Peter Vaughan and a pensive protagonist maintaining a chess game on a circular board. The video alludes to multiple philosophical themes, consistent with Enigma’s ethos.
Vocal Contribution
The song has contrasting vocal inputs from Ruth-Ann Boyle of the band Olive and Michael Cretu himself (creator of Enigma). The dark, soothing vocals add to the hypnotic and immersive nature of the track.
Other Versions
Different versions of "Gravity of Love" exist. The original album version is 4:01 minutes long, while a remix by Judge Jules and another one by Chilled Club mix extends the song to nearly seven minutes.
Popular in Pop Culture
The song remains popular in pop culture several years after its release, commonly heard on various music television channels and radio stations. It’s often used as a background score in TV shows, commercials, and Internet multimedia.
Award Nomination
"Gravity of Love" was nominated for a Grammy for 'Best Dance Recording' at the 43rd Grammy Awards in 2001.
Bulgarian Voices
Additionally, the "Gravity of Love" also features the sampled chorus from "Eurovision (Bulgarian Women's Choir)" to create its unique symphonic vibe.

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