The Eyes of Truth
Enigma
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The Eyes of Truth Are always watching you Alsyn Gazryn Zeregleenn Aduu shig mal shig torolzonoo khuoo (In the distance the mirage stands out like horses and cattle. Very glad to see my beloved son.) Je me regarde (I look at myself) Je me sens (I feel myself) Je vois des enfants (I see the children) Je suis enfant! (I am a child!)
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Written by: CURLY M.C., ANNE JENNIFER DUDLEY, JEREMY COLEMAN
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14 facts about this song
Band Background"The Eyes of Truth" is a song by the musical project "Enigma," which was founded in Germany by Romanian-German musician and producer Michael Cretu.
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Album AppearanceThis song is a part of "The Cross of Changes," which is Enigma's second studio album. Released on December 6, 1993, this album was a success worldwide.
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Song Lyrical Content"The Eyes of Truth" presents a blend of mysticism, spirituality, and introspective lyrics which have become popular features of the Enigma project.
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Unique SamplingThe song contains samples from Mongolian folk music and Gregorian chants, demonstrating Enigma's unique blend of various cultural influences.
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ThemeThe song explores universal themes of truth and perception while combining it with an atmospheric, electronic music style.
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Legacy in CinemaThe song became especially iconic when it was featured in the trailer of the highly successful 1999 science fiction movie "The Matrix."
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Notable ImpactCulturally, the song has been credited for bringing the previously niche genres of New Age and Ambient music to the fore of the mainstream media and music charts.
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Longesting"The Eyes of Truth" clocks in at 7:26 minutes, making it one of Enigma’s longest singles to date.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song incorporates elements of Buddhist and Tibetan culture, highlighting the spiritual undertones that are prevalent throughout Enigma's music.
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Use in Various FieldsApart from the entertainment industry, the song's unique melodies and spiritual themes have led to it being used in many areas such as Yoga and Meditation.
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Soundtrack appearances"The Eyes of Truth" has also been present in the soundtrack of the PlayStation video game "GT Sport."
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Single ReleaseThe song was also released as a single in 1994 and while it didn’t chart as highly as Enigma’s debut album, it still managed to reach the top position in dance charts in the United States.
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Fan InterpretationMany fans have highlighted the philosophical undertones of The Eyes of Truth, citing its message of inner vision and enlightenment.
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Live PerformancesDespite its popularity, the song was never performed live by Enigma, aligning with Michael Cretu's preference for studio work over live performances.
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