When I Look to the Sky
Train
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When it rains it pours and opens doors And floods the floors we thought would always keep us safe and dry And in the midst of sailing ships we sink our lips into the ones we love That have to say goodbye And as I float along this ocean I can feel you like a notion that won't seem to let me go 'Cause when I look to the sky something tells me you're here with me And you make everything alright And when I feel like I'm lost something tells me you're here with me And I can always find my way when you are here And every word I didn't say that caught up in some busy day And every dance on the kitchen floor we didn't dance before And every sunset that we'll miss I'll wrap them all up in a kiss And pick you up in all of this when I sail away Whether I am up or down or in or out or just plane overhead Instead it just feels like it is impossible to fly But with you I can spread my wings To see me over everything that life may send me When I am hoping it won't pass me by And when I feel like there is no one that will ever know me There you are to show me
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Written by: CHARLES COLIN, CHARLIE COLIN, JAMES STAFFORD, JAMES W STAFFORD, PAT MONAHAN, SCOTT UNDERWOOD, SCOTT MICHAEL UNDERWOOD
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"When I Look to the Sky" is a song by the American rock band, Train. It was released in 2003 as the second single from their third studio album, "My Private Nation".
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Chart SuccessThe song peaked at No.74 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also landed on number 18 on the US Adult Contemporary Billboard chart.
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Song LyricsThe song's lyrics could be interpreted as a love song or as an expression of feelings towards a person who has passed away, demonstrating its emotionally expansive range.
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Music VideoThe music video of "When I Look to the Sky" was directed by Nigel Dick, a well-known music video director who has built a prestigious portfolio working with numerous artists like Britney Spears, Oasis, and Guns N' Roses.
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Live PerformancesDuring their live performances, Train often dedicates this song to fans who have passed away, their personal losses, or those lost in tragedies such as the 9/11 terror attacks. This practice reinforces the song’s spiritual undertones.
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Album Success"When I Look to the Sky" is part of the album "My Private Nation" that also includes other hits like "Calling All Angels". This album was certified Platinum by the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) for selling over 1 million copies.
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Song MeaningLead singer, Patrick Monahan, has explained in interviews that this song is a tribute to his late mother, who passed away when he was very young. His spiritual connection to her influenced the lyrics and emotional tone of the song.
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Song WritingLike many other Train's songs, "When I Look to the Sky" was written by the band's frontman, Patrick Monahan, along with most band's members.
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Instruments UsedThe song features a soft piano intro and strong guitar chords that give it a classic rock feel, while Monahan's sweet, soaring voice gives the song an intimate yet powerful feel.
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Critical ReceptionCritics have praised "When I Look to the Sky" for its deeply emotional lyrics, beautiful melody, and Monahan’s captivating vocal performance.
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