Foreign Affair

Mike Oldfield

About Foreign Affair

"Foreign Affair" is a song written by Maggie Reilly and Mike Oldfield, which first appeared on Oldfield's 1983 album Crises on Virgin Records. The song was originally recorded during the Crises sessions between November 1982 and April 1983 at Oldfield's studio in Denham, Buckinghamshire. On "Foreign Affair", Oldfield plays a Fairlight CMI and Roland strings. Maggie Reilly provides vocals, and the co-producer, Simon Phillips plays Tama Drums and a shaker. Oldfield performed the song on tour extensively in the 1980s. The song has since been featured on compilations such as The Platinum Collection, Collection, Elements Boxset and Elements – The Best of Mike Oldfield. 


Year:
1983
3:53
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Foreign affair.
Take a trip in the air
To a tropical beach,
An island to reach.
A new territory
For an intimate story,
A lagoon by la mer.
It's a foreign affair.
Drifting and free
On a mystical sea.
A wishful emotion,
A drop in the ocean.
A hush in the air
You can feel anywhere
In the cool twilight
On a tropical night.
Floating on air.
Foreign affair.
A magical potion,
A cool locomotion.
A dream,
A prayer.
(It's a foreign affair!)
Floating on air.
Foreign affair.
A magical potion,
A cool locomotion.
A dream,
A prayer.
(It's a foreign affair!)
Foreign affair.
Take a trip in the air
To a tropical beach,
An island to reach.
A new territory
For an intimate story,
A lagoon by la mer.
It's a foreign affair.
Drifting and free
On a mystical sea.
A wishful emotion,
A drop in the ocean.
A hush in the air
You can feel anywhere
In the cool twilight
On a tropical night.
Foreign affair.
Take a trip in the air
To a tropical beach,
An island to reach.
A new territory
For an intimate story,
A lagoon by la mer.
It's a foreign affair.
Drifting and free
On a mystical sea.
A wishful emotion,
A drop in the ocean.
A hush in the air
You can feel anywhere
In the cool twilight
On a tropical night.
Foreign affair.
Take a trip in the air
To a tropical beach,
An island to reach.
A new territory
For an intimate story,
A lagoon by la mer.
It's a foreign affair.
Drifting and free
On a mystical sea.
A wishful emotion,
A drop in the ocean.
A hush in the air
You can feel anywhere
In the cool twilight
On a tropical night.
Foreign affair.
Take a trip in the air
To a tropical beach,
An island to reach.
A new territory
For an intimate story,
A lagoon by la mer.
It's a foreign affair.
Drifting and free
On a mystical sea.
A wishful emotion,
A drop in the ocean.
A hush in the air
You can feel anywhere
In the cool twilight
On a tropical night.
Foreign affair.
Take a trip in the air
To a tropical beach,
An island to reach.
A new territory
For an intimate story,
A lagoon by la mer.
It's a foreign affair.
Drifting and free
On a mystical sea.
A wishful emotion,
A drop in the ocean.
A hush in the air
You can feel anywhere
In the cool twilight
On a tropical night.
Foreign affair.
Take a trip in the air
To a tropical beach,
An island to reach.
A new territory
For an intimate story,
A lagoon by la mer.
It's a foreign affair.
Drifting and free
On a mystical sea.
A wishful emotion,
A drop in the ocean.
A hush in the air
You can feel anywhere
In the cool twilight
On a tropical night.
Foreign...

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Mike Oldfield

Michael Gordon Oldfield (born 15 May 1953) is an English multi-instrumentalist musician and composer, working a style that blends progressive rock, folk, ethnic or world music, classical music, electronic music, New Age, and more recently, dance. His music is often elaborate and complex in nature. He is best known for his 1973 hit album Tubular Bells, which launched Virgin Records, and for his 1983 hit single "Moonlight Shadow". He is also well known for his hit rendition of the Christmas piece "In Dulci Jubilo". more »

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Written by: MAGGIE REILLY, MICHAEL GORDON OLDFIELD

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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14 facts about this song

Song Identification
"Foreign Affair" is a song co-written and performed by British musician Mike Oldfield and Scottish singer Maggie Reilly.
Album Details
The song is part of the album entitled "Crises," which was the 8th record album released by Mike Oldfield.
Release Info
The album, featuring "Foreign Affair," was released in 1983.
Type of Music
"Foreign Affair" is usually classified under the genres of Progressive rock and New-age music.
Recurring Collaboration
This wasn't the only instance of collaboration between Mike Oldfield and Maggie Reilly. They had previously worked together on Oldfield's hit single "Moonlight Shadow."
Song Length
The track "Foreign Affair" has a duration of approximately 3 minutes and 53 seconds.
Album Success
Although "Foreign Affair" wasn't released as a single, the album "Crises" achieved considerable success, reaching No. 6 in the UK album charts.
Lyrics Input
The lyrics of "Foreign Affair" were written by Maggie Reilly, with music also by Mike Oldfield.
Production Credit
Like the rest of the album "Crises," "Foreign Affair" was produced by Simon Phillips and Mike Oldfield himself.
Live Performances
"Foreign Affair" was rarely performed live by Oldfield during his concerts, making it one of his lesser-known songs.
Maggie Reilly’s Success
Despite not being released as singles, songs like "Foreign Affair" contributed to Reilly's recognition as a musician and collaborator, leading her to a successful solo career after working with Oldfield.
Interesting Fact
While the album "Crises" is well known for its long instrumental title track, "Foreign Affair" contributed to the lyrical portion of the album. This balance signifies Oldfield's versatility and openness to collaboration.
Music Innovation
"Foreign Affair," along with other tracks in the album, is a display of Oldfield's ability to blend rock with electronic music, creating a unique, ambient sound.
Variance in Sound
Compared to others in the album, "Foreign Affair" has a slower tempo and softer vocals, highlighting Maggie Reilly's soothing voice.

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