Chasin' the Wind

Chicago

About Chasin' the Wind

"Chasin' the Wind" is a rock ballad song written by Diane Warren and recorded by the band Chicago, for their 1991 studio album Twenty 1, featuring Bill Champlin on vocals. The song was produced and engineered by Ron Nevison and mixed by Humberto Gatica. "Chasin' the Wind" was released as the first single from Twenty 1 in January 1991. Its B-side is the song "Only Time Can Heal the Wounded". "Chasin' the Wind" peaked at No. 13 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart and No. 39 on the Billboard Hot 100. It is the band's last top 40 hit to date (although they have made subsequent appearances on the Adult Contemporary chart). 


Year:
1991
4:19
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Did the best I could to make you mine
If you ever felt anything for me
Well, you never gave a sign

Thought time would make you change
Make you want me but baby I never had a chance
Now, I know that there's just some things
Just not meant to be

No use makin' you care about me
No way that I'm gonna win
Oh darlin', I might as well be chasin' the wind
Oh, I'm just chasin' the wind

Open up my heart, let you inside
If love was what you we're lookin' for
Well, I guess it wasn't mine

So I guess I better go, it's over and done
But you know I'm not really sad at all
'Cause you can't really say it's over
When it never had begun

No use makin' you care about me
No way that I'm gonna win
Oh darlin', I might as well be chasin' the wind
Oh, I'm just chasin' the wind

Can't reach the sea if you can't get past the sand
Can't touch the sky if you can't reach up your hand
Can't give if you give nothin' back

No use makin' you care about me
No way that I'm gonna win
Oh darlin', I might as well be chasin' the wind

(No use makin' you care about me)
Makin' you care about me
No way that I'm gonna win
Oh darlin', I might as well be chasin' the wind

Oh, I'm just chasin' the wind
Oh, I'm just chasin' the wind

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Chicago

Chicago (i/ʃɪˈkɑːɡoʊ/ or /ʃɪˈkɔːɡoʊ/) is a rock band from the city of the same name. They were originally founded as Chicago Transit Authority before shortening their name before their breakout second album. They became known for their use of horns in their songs such as 25 or 6 to 4. The band nearly split following founding member Terry Kaths death but they decided to stay together. They became known for their rock ballads throughout the 80s. The band still tours to this day. more »

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Written by: DIANE EVE WARREN

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10 facts about this song

Song and Album
"Chasin' the Wind" is a song by the band, Chicago, from their 21st studio album "Twenty 1", released in January 1991.
Band Members
During the recording and release of this song and the album "Twenty 1", the line up of Chicago included Robert Lamm, Lee Loughnane, James Pankow, Walt Parazaider, Jason Scheff, Dawayne Bailey, and Tris Imboden.
Chart Achievements
"Chasin' the Wind" was a significant hit for the band in 1991. It reached No. 39 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Key Producers
The song was produced by the renowned music producer, Ron Nevison, who is known for his work with bands such as Heart, Survivor, and the Who.
Album Performance
Despite the success of "Chasin' the Wind", the album "Twenty 1" was not a commercial success, peaking at No. 66 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Legacy
Themes of love and longing, featured prominently in "Chasin' the Wind", are emblematic of many of Chicago's biggest hits.
Songwriting Credits
The song was written by famous American songwriter, Diane Warren, who has written numerous hits for various artists.
Lyric Concept
"Chasin' the Wind" adheres to the time-honored pop song tradition of comparing a hopeless or unrequited love to a futile endeavor – in this case, chasing the wind.
Transition Era
The song's release marked a period in which Chicago was transitioning from their earlier, brass-driven rock sound toward a more mainstream pop-rock style.
Radio Play
"Chasin' the Wind" received substantial adult contemporary radio airplay during its peak period.

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