On Silent Wings

Sting, Tina Turner

About On Silent Wings

"On Silent Wings" is a song by Tina Turner with guest vocals from Sting. Released in April 1996 in support of Turner's Wildest Dreams album, the single performed well on the US and Canadian adult contemporary charts, peaking at numbers 24 and 13 respectively. The dance version of "On Silent Wings", remixed by Soul Solution, charted at number 47 on the US Dance Club Songs chart. Like much of Turner's later work, "On Silent Wings" enjoyed greater success in the United Kingdom, peaking at number 13 on the UK Singles Chart. It also topped Poland's LP3 Chart for five weeks. The single included the country-flavoured single edit with additional guitar overdubs, later appearing on the 2004 compilation All the Best, as well as a second alternative version of the track. Some formats also featured the non-album track "Do Something", written by Holly Knight and Mike Chapman and produced by Trevor Horn. 


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2004
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There was a time when I would have followed you 
To the end of the earth
I was willing to share it all with you, the love, the hurt
I've seen you when your dreams were falling in the dust
But I never stopped believing in you
I always thought our love was strong enough
One you could hold on to

You never see it coming you just let it fly
On silent wings, silent wings
You can't hide what you feel inside 
And the fire has left your eyes
On silent wings

I see us in my dreams and we're dancing
I can almost hear the song
But the prayers they go unanswered
We both know, we're just hanging on 
I can feel the change but I'll never know the reason why 
The rug was pulled so gently from under my feet
I only know that something good has died
Between you and me, oh, it's just a memory

You never see it coming, you just go separate ways
On silent wings, silent wings
There's no more promises to break, our love has slipped away 
On silent wings

You never see it coming, but you know it has to end
Silent wings, silent wings
I will never be the same again
I feel the whisper of the wind of silent wings

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Sting

Gordon Matthew Thomas SumnerCBE (born 2 October 1951), known by his stage name Sting, is an English musician, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, activist, actor and philanthropist. Prior to starting his solo career, he was the principal songwriter, lead singer and bassist for the rock band The Police. more »

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Written by: JAMES E RALSTON, TONY JOE WHITE

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10 facts about this song

Artists Collaboration
"On Silent Wings" is a collaboration between two legendary musicians, Sting and Tina Turner. The two have exceptional careers and have contributed numerous hits to the music industry.
Album Inclusion
The song is a track on Tina Turner's album, "Wildest Dreams," which was released in 1996. This album was Turner's ninth solo studio album.
Genre
"On Silent Wings" is classified under the rock genre, showcasing the soulful voices of Tina Turner and Sting intertwined with rock instrumentals.
Song Length
The original version of "On Silent Wings" is 6 minutes and 12 seconds long, making it one of the longer songs on the "Wildest Dreams" album.
Lyrics and Composition
Sting, who is known for his deep and profound songwriting, wrote the lyrics for "On Silent Wings". The lyrics are thought-provoking and emotional.
Chart Performance
Despite the fame of both artists, "On Silent Wings" did not perform as well commercially as some of their other hits. It achieved moderate success on various music charts worldwide.
Music Video
The music video for "On Silent Wings" was directed by Matthew Rolston, a renowned American photographer and video director. It features both Tina Turner and Sting.
Live Performances
Tina Turner included "On Silent Wings" in the setlist for her Wildest Dreams Tour, often performing it as a duet with one of her backing vocalists.
Covers and Renditions
While this song is not as famous as some of their other hits, it has been covered by a handful of artists and bands, showcasing the enduring influence of Sting and Tina Turner.
Impact
Despite not having the commercial success of some of their other songs, "On Silent Wings" is still enjoyed by fans around the globe. It showcases the harmony between Tina Turner and Sting’s voices, immersing listeners in a unique blend of their styles.

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