Vox Humana
Kenny Loggins
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Early mornin' lookin' tired and worn And lookin' out for the enemy You made all the way to Hudson Bay But you're right back here with me Tryin' to run away Your lips are sealed A runaway So tell me baby What you're wantin' me to do Givin' my love to you Mama don't you know Now you're livin' like a runaway Sunday dawn you met a Gypsy woman On a road to Tennessee She told you a lot about the world to come But did she tell you Why you couldn't tell me Like a runaway How one by one you run away Now tell me baby What you want me to do Givin' all my love to you Mama don't you know It's gonna be a hard leavin' You're gonna need a strong reason 'Cause I ain't gonna start believin' That you're out of my life You bet you better do your fast talkin' Before you do your last walkin' It's gonna be a hard hard leavin' (talk to me) Vox humana I wanta feel the power of speech Vox humana Sounds so right so real to me Vox humana You gotta say What you oughtta say Don't try to run away Darlin' I'm lettin' you know
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Written by: KENNETH CLARK LOGGINS, EVA EIN LOGGINS
Lyrics © Gnossos Music / Milk Money Music
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13 facts about this song
Release information"Vox Humana" was released in 1985 as the opening track from Kenny Loggins' fifth studio album of the same name.
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Album performanceThe "Vox Humana" album reached 21st place on the U.S. Billboard 200, showcasing Loggins' popularity in the mid-1980s.
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Genre ClassificationThe song "Vox Humana" is often classified as pop rock, showcasing Loggins' versatility across different music genres.
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Production teamThe song was written by Kenny Loggins, Eva Ein Loggins, and Michael Hanna. The album was produced by Loggins and David Foster.
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CollaboratorsThe album features collaborations with other notable artists, such as Stevie Nicks and Steve Perry, which may have influenced the sound and style of the song "Vox Humana."
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Musical StyleThe song "Vox Humana" features prominent use of synthesizers, reflecting the popular music trends of the 1980s.
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InspirationThe term "Vox Humana" is Latin for "human voice", which may suggest the song and album were inspired by the human experience or the connection between people.
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Certification"Vox Humana" album was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on December 5, 1985.
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TourFollowing the release of the album, Loggins embarked on a nationwide tour, which included performances of "Vox Humana."
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Song's ReceptionWhile the song wasn't released as a single, the album as a whole was relatively well-received, showcasing Loggins' continued success in the music industry.
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LegacyOver time, while it may not be counted among his biggest hits, the song "Vox Humana" is remembered by many fans of Kenny Loggins as an example of his distinctively experimental 80's pop sound.
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In Popular Culture"Vox Humana" album cover was also known for being designed by famed album cover designer Kosh, adding visual interest to the auditory appeal of Kenny Loggins' album.
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AwardsThe album, and by extension the song, won the Grammy for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance at the 28th Annual Grammy Awards.
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