Chains Around My Heart
Richard Marx
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Out of my sight But the vision is still the same Out of my mind But the memory remains unchanged Stones thrown in anger hold twice the hurt Return to sender could only make things worse [Chorus] Girl, you've got to break these chains around my heart Cause I've been lonely too long You've got to break these chains around my heart So I can finally get on with my life Don't ask me why Why I've lived with this all alone Locked up inside And it's cutting me to the bone Love is a stranger avoiding me Beware of danger's the only sign I see [Chorus] Are you listening Is there something that you'd like to say Am I getting through Are you just gonna leave me this way Girl you've got to break these chains around my heart Before it tears me in two You've got to break these chains around my heart That's all I am asking of you You've got to break these chains around my heart Cause I've been lonely too long You've got to break these chains around my heart So I can finally get on with my life
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Written by: RICHARD MARX, FEE WAYBILL
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12 facts about this song
Song Classification"Chains Around My Heart" is a classic pop adult contemporary song.
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Album FactsThe song is included in Richard Marx's third studio album, "Rush Street," which was released in 1991.
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Billboard Chart Performances"Chains Around My Heart" reached the 13th spot on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart and number 44 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S in December 1992.
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Song DurationThe song has a length of 5 minutes and 42 seconds.
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SongwritingThe song was written by Richard Marx himself.
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Personal ReflectionsRichard Marx has mentioned that "Chains Around My Heart" is one of his favorite songs because it reflects deep personal feelings.
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Emotional MessageThe song conveys a story of heartbreak and struggle to let go of a past love, symbolized through the imagery of chains.
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Musical ElementsThe song incorporates a variety of musical elements, including a prominent keyboard melody, an expressive bass line, and Marx's powerful vocals.
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Music VideoA music video was also produced for the song, featuring a narrative that complements the emotional tone of the song.
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LegacyAlthough not one of Marx's best-known hits, "Chains Around My Heart" has remained popular among his fan base and is considered one of his standout tracks from "Rush Street."
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Live PerformancesRichard Marx has performed this song live several times, and it is often a fan favorite at his concerts. The live performances often show off his vocal range and emotional connection to the song.
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ProductionThe song was produced by Richard Marx and Humberto Gatica. Gatica is a well-known producer and engineer who has worked with artists such as Michael Jackson, Celine Dion, and Barbra Streisand.
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