Vox Humana

Kenny Loggins

About Vox Humana

"Vox Humana" is a Kenny Loggins song from his 1985 album, Vox Humana. It was released as the leading single from the album, and peaked at No. 29 on Billboard Hot 100. This song represents Loggins' musical experiment with synthpop and R&B swing, by working with The Pointer Sisters on composition and vocals. This is also one of the first songs produced by Loggins himself. Sheila E. also makes a guest appearance on the drums and percussions of the song.


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2002
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Early mornin' lookin' tired and worn
And lookin' out for the enemy
You made all the way to Hudson Bay
But you're right back here with me
Tryin' to run away 
Your lips are sealed

A runaway 
So tell me baby
What you're wantin' me to do
Givin' my love to you
Mama don't you know
Now you're livin' like a runaway
Sunday dawn you met a Gypsy woman
On a road to Tennessee
She told you a lot about the world to come
But did she tell you 
Why you couldn't tell me 
Like a runaway
How one by one you run away
Now tell me baby
What you want me to do
Givin' all my love to you
Mama don't you know

It's gonna be a hard leavin'
You're gonna need a strong reason
'Cause I ain't gonna start believin'
That you're out of my life
You bet you better do your fast talkin'
Before you do your last walkin'
It's gonna be a hard hard leavin' (talk to me)
Vox humana
I wanta feel the power of speech
Vox humana
Sounds so right so real to me
Vox humana
You gotta say
What you oughtta say
Don't try to run away 
Darlin' I'm lettin' you know

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Kenny Loggins

Kenneth Clark "Kenny" Loggins (born January 7, 1948) is an American singer and songwriter. He is known for soft rock music beginning during the 1970s, and later for writing and performing for movie soundtracks in the 1980s. Originally a part of the duo Loggins and Messina, he became a solo artist and has written songs for other artists. more »

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Written by: KENNETH CLARK LOGGINS, EVA EIN LOGGINS

Lyrics © Gnossos Music / Milk Money Music

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Release information
"Vox Humana" was released in 1985 as the opening track from Kenny Loggins' fifth studio album of the same name.
Album performance
The "Vox Humana" album reached 21st place on the U.S. Billboard 200, showcasing Loggins' popularity in the mid-1980s.
Genre Classification
The song "Vox Humana" is often classified as pop rock, showcasing Loggins' versatility across different music genres.
Production team
The song was written by Kenny Loggins, Eva Ein Loggins, and Michael Hanna. The album was produced by Loggins and David Foster.
Collaborators
The album features collaborations with other notable artists, such as Stevie Nicks and Steve Perry, which may have influenced the sound and style of the song "Vox Humana."
Musical Style
The song "Vox Humana" features prominent use of synthesizers, reflecting the popular music trends of the 1980s.
Inspiration
The term "Vox Humana" is Latin for "human voice", which may suggest the song and album were inspired by the human experience or the connection between people.
Certification
"Vox Humana" album was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on December 5, 1985.
Tour
Following the release of the album, Loggins embarked on a nationwide tour, which included performances of "Vox Humana."
Song's Reception
While the song wasn't released as a single, the album as a whole was relatively well-received, showcasing Loggins' continued success in the music industry.
Legacy
Over time, while it may not be counted among his biggest hits, the song "Vox Humana" is remembered by many fans of Kenny Loggins as an example of his distinctively experimental 80's pop sound.
In Popular Culture
"Vox Humana" album cover was also known for being designed by famed album cover designer Kosh, adding visual interest to the auditory appeal of Kenny Loggins' album.
Awards
The album, and by extension the song, won the Grammy for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance at the 28th Annual Grammy Awards.

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