A Different Beat
Boyzone
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Let's not forget this place Let's not neglect our race Let unity become Life on earth be one So let me take your hand We are but grains of sand Born through the winds of time Given a special sign So let's take a stand And look around us now people Let's take a stand And look around us now people [Chorus:] Hey yeah oh hey yeah oh hey yeah oh by yeah To a different beat Hey yeah oh hey yeah oh hey yeah oh by yeah Humanity's lost face Let's understand its grace Each day one at a time Each life, including mine Let's take a stand And look around us now, people So let's take a stand And look around us now, People oh people, oh people [Chorus] I've seen the rain fall in Africa I've touched the snow of Alaska I've felt the mist of Niagara Now I believe in you [Chorus] To a different beat How far we've come And how far to go Rain does not fall On one roof alone To a different beat
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Written by: MARTIN SEAN BRANNIGAN, RAYMOND GEORGE HEDGES, RONAN PATRICK JOHN KEATING, STEPHEN PATRICK DAVID GATELY, SHANE EAMON MARK STEPHEN LYNCH, KEITH PETER THOMAS FRANCIS JOH DUFFY
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10 facts about this song
Release and Success"A Different Beat" is a song by the Irish boy band Boyzone, released as the second single from their second studio album, "A Different Beat," on November 11, 1996. It was both a commercial and critical success, ensuring Boyzone's status among leading boy bands.
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Chart PerformanceThe song quickly climbed the music charts, making it to number one on the UK Singles Chart and staying there for a week. It also found success on charts throughout Europe, indicating Boyzone's growing international popularity.
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Cultural ReferencesThe song's lyrics reference different countries and cultures, which was intentional as the band wanted to emphasize unity and inclusivity with this track.
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Unique Musical StyleUnlike other songs by Boyzone, "A Different Beat" features a more sophisticated, funk-influenced rhythm, moving away from the typical pop-ballad style for which the group was known.
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Live Performances"A Different Beat" was performed live during many of their shows and concerts, becoming a fan favourite. It was also performed at their 2008 reunion tour.
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Charity and Social ActivismThe lyrics of the song reflect the band's philanthropic mindset, with lines about making a difference and creating a better world. Boyzone themselves were involved in a number of charity projects around that time.
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LineupThe band's lineup during the time of this song included Keith Duffy, Stephen Gately, Mikey Graham, Ronan Keating, and Shane Lynch. Although all members contributed to the vocals, this song highlighted the abilities of lead singer Ronan Keating.
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TributeAfter the tragic death of Stephen Gately in 2009, Boyzone performed "A Different Beat" on numerous occasions as a tribute to their late bandmate.
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Song Structure"A Different Beat" has an unconventional song structure in comparison with most pop tracks. It starts with a spoken intro and includes a rapped verse, showcasing the band's desire to experiment with their music.
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Music VideoThe music video for "A Different Beat" features the members of Boyzone performing the song in front of various international landscapes, further emphasizing the global message of unity present in the song.
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