Hypnotized

Bob Welch

About Hypnotized

"Hypnotized" is a song written by Bob Welch. The song originally featured on Fleetwood Mac's 1973 album Mystery To Me. The track was released on a single as the B-side of "For Your Love", and has been described as "gorgeous and lyrically strong", and referred to as the album's best track.


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2003
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It's the same kind of story
That seems to come down from long ago
Two friends having coffee together
When something flies by their window
It might be out on that lawn
Which is wide, at least half of a playing field
Because there's no explaining what your imagination
Can make you see and feel

Seems like a dream
They got me hypnotized

Now it's not a meaningless question
To ask if they've been and gone
I remember a talk about North
Carolina and a strange, strange pond
You see the sides were like glass
In the thick of a forest without a road
And if any man's ever made that land
Then I think it would've showed

Seems like a dream
They got me hypnotized

They say there's a place down in Mexico
Where a man can fly over mountains and hills
And he don't need an airplane or some kind of engine
And he never will
Now you know it's a meaningless question
To ask if those stories are right
'Cause what matters most is the feeling
You get when you're hypnotized

Seems like a dream
They got me hypnotized

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Bob Welch

Robert Lawrence "Bob" Welch (August 31, 1945 – June 7, 2012) was an American musician. A former member of Fleetwood Mac, Welch had a successful solo career in the late 1970s. His singles included "Hot Love, Cold World", "Ebony Eyes", "Precious Love", and his signature "Sentimental Lady". more »

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Written by: Robert Welch

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13 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Hypnotized" is a song written by Bob Welch that he performed with Fleetwood Mac, a British-American rock band.
Album Release
The song was part of the album named "Mystery to Me," which released in 1973 by Fleetwood Mac.
Poetic Lyrics
The lyrics of "Hypnotized" are famously cryptic and poetic, featuring references to unidentified flying objects and mesmerizing encounters.
Bob Welch's Role
Apart from being a songwriter, Bob Welch was a guitarist in the band Fleetwood Mac between 1971-1974.
Sound Characteristic
The track is notable for its minimalistic, hypnotic beat and melody, serving justice to its title "Hypnotized."
Performance Popularity
Though "Hypnotized" was never released as a single, it was a staple of Fleetwood Mac's live performances during the years when Welch was part of the band.
Influence
The song was a critical influence on "The Chain," one of Fleetwood Mac's biggest hits.
Cover Versions
Over the years, "Hypnotized" has been covered by various artists including The Pointer Sisters, and was also sampled by hip-hop artist Cam'Ron in his song "Dope Spot".
Radio Success
Even though not released as a single, the song gained popularity on American FM radio during the 1970s and is still enjoyed as a classic today.
Political Participation
"Hypnotized" was one of the songs used by President Bill Clinton in the 1992 Presidential campaign as part of the soundtrack for promotional videos.
Album Success
The album "Mystery to Me," which featured "Hypnotized," reached number 67 on the Billboard 200 albums chart, reflecting Fleetwood Mac's increasing popularity in the United States.
Song Theme
The song talks about instances of trance-like states and encounters with mysterious phenomenons, hence creating an eerie, mystical atmosphere.
Reverence
"Hypnotized" is widely considered one of Bob Welch's finest compositions and is still a fan favorite among Fleetwood Mac's vast discography.

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