Swimming in Your Ocean

Crash Test Dummies

About Swimming in Your Ocean

"Swimming in Your Ocean" is a song by Canadian folk-rock group Crash Test Dummies and was the second single from their 1993 album God Shuffled His Feet. The song reached number six in Canada and topped the Canadian Adult Contemporary chart for three weeks. It was also popular in Iceland, reaching number 10 on the Icelandic Singles Chart.


Year:
1993
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When I'm sampling from your bosom
Sometimes I suffer from distractions like
Why does God cause things like tornadoes and train wrecks?

When I'm swimming in
When I'm swimming in your ocean
Floating aloft on creams
And scented lotions
I can get pretty side-tracked
I hope you'll understand

When I kneel before your bounty
Sometimes I wonder if there could be really
UFOs that come from other planets

And when you let me taste your fingers
I take them like fruit and as I linger I
Wonder if my seed will find purchase in your soil

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Crash Test Dummies

The Crash Test Dummies are a Canadian folk rock/alternative rock band from Winnipeg, Manitoba, widely known for their 1993 single "Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm". more »

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Written by: BRAD ROBERTS

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10 facts about this song

Genre
"Swimming in Your Ocean" is considered a blend of rock and alternative music.
Album
The song is included in the album "The Ghosts That Haunt Me," which is the debut album of Crash Test Dummies.
Release Year
The album was released on April 5, 1991.
Songwriter
Brad Roberts, the band's lead singer, wrote "Swimming in Your Ocean."
Inspiration
The song's lyrics suggest a deep, meditative mystical experience, which according to Brad Roberts, came from his interest in Eastern philosophy.
Noteworthy Recognition
Although "Swimming in Your Ocean" itself did not chart, the album "The Ghosts That Haunt Me" spawned the hit single "Superman's Song," which brought the band significant attention.
Band's Background
Crash Test Dummies, a Canadian rock band from Winnipeg, emerged in the late 1980s, adding a unique sound and voice in the universe of alternative music.
Musicianship
"Swimming in Your Ocean" features Brad Roberts' distinctive bass-baritone voice and a unique blend of acoustic and electric guitar sounds.
Toured Song
Crash Test Dummies played the song during their tours following the album release, solidifying its presence and popularity among fans.
Reception
While not the biggest hit from the album, "Swimming in Your Ocean" is a fan favourite for its poetic lyrics and mystical undertones, contributing to the band's overall popularity and success.

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