Why

Annie Lennox

About Why

"Why" is the first solo single by the Scottish singer Annie Lennox, released in 1992. It was taken from her debut solo album Diva and reached No. 5 in the United Kingdom. In the United States, "Why" peaked at No. 34 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 6 on the Adult Contemporary chart. It was also a big hit internationally, reaching No. 1 in Italy and peaking within the top 10 in Belgium, Canada, Ireland and five other countries.


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2004
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How many times do I have to try to tell you
That I'm sorry for the things I've done
But when I start to try to tell you
That's when you have to tell me
Hey, this kind of trouble's only just begun
I tell myself too many times
Why don't you ever learn to keep your big mouth shut
That's why it hurts so bad to hear the words
That keep on falling from your mouth
Falling from your mouth
Falling from your mouth
Tell me

Why
Why
I may be mad
I may be blind
I may be viciously unkind
But I can still read what you're thinking
And I've heard it said too many times
That you'd be better off
Besides

Why can't you see this boat is sinking
Let's go down to the water's edge
And we can cast away those doubts
Some things are better left unsaid

But they still turn me inside out
Turning inside out turning inside out
Tell me
Why
Tell me
Why
This is the book I never read
These are the words I never said
This is the path I'll never tread
These are the dreams I'll dream instead
This is the joy that's seldom spread
These are the tears

The tears we shed
This is the fear
This is the dread
These are the contents of my head
And these are the years that we have spent
And this is what they represent
And this is how I feel
Do you know how I feel?
'Cause I don't think you know how I feel
I don't think you know what I feel
I don't think you know what I feel
You don't know what I feel

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Annie Lennox

Ann "Annie" Lennox, OBE (born 25 December 1954) is a Scottish singer-songwriter, political activist and philanthropist. After achieving minor success in the late 1970s as part of the New Wave band The Tourists, she and fellow musician David A. Stewart went on to achieve major international success in the 1980s as Eurythmics. Lennox is the most recognized female artist at the Brit Awards, winning a total of eight awards. She has also been named the "Brits Champion of Champions". more »

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13 facts about this song

Release Details
"Why" is a song by Scottish singer Annie Lennox, released as the lead single from her debut solo album, "Diva," in 1992.
Songwriting Credits
Annie Lennox is credited as the sole songwriter for "Why," indicating her strong artistic control over her solo work.
Chart Success
"Why" was a significant commercial success, reaching the top 10 in several countries, including the UK and the US. The song peaked at number 5 on the UK Singles Chart and number 34 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Musical Style
The song is considered a pop, soul, and soft-rock ballad, showcasing Lennox's emotionally charged vocals and personal, introspective lyrics.
Critical Reception
Critically, "Why" was met with acclaim. It was praised for its mature sound and Lennox's powerful vocal performance.
Music Video
The black-and-white music video for "Why," directed by Sophie Muller, garnered attention for its simplicity and intensity. It features Lennox alone in a room stripping her makeup and costumes, symbolizing her vulnerability.
Award Nominations
The song's music video was nominated for Best Female Video and Best Breakthrough Video at the 1992 MTV Video Music Awards.
Grammy Awards
"Why" won the Grammy Award for Best Music Video - Short Form in 1993 and the song itself was nominated for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Female.
Philanthropic Use
Lennox has performed "Why" at several benefit concerts, including a 2007 concert for Nelson Mandela's HIV/AIDS campaign, further exemplifying her commitment to social activism.
Legacy
Despite being released almost three decades ago, "Why" remains one of Lennox's most enduring hits and is considered a classic in her repertoire.
Performances
Lennox delivered memorable performances of "Why" during her appearance on "MTV Unplugged" in 1992 and at the concert for "Freddie Mercury Tribute" in 1992.
Cover Versions
Various artists have covered "Why" over the years, including Kelly Clarkson, demonstrating its enduring appeal and influence.
Pop Culture Reference
This song was featured in the season 4 finale of the popular TV show "The Office" (US Version). It was also part of the film "The Net" with Sandra Bullock.

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