Castles in the Sky

Ian Van Dahl

About Castles in the Sky

"Castles in the Sky" is a song by Belgian vocal trance act Ian Van Dahl and appearing on their debut album Ace. The single was released in Europe in May 2000, followed by a worldwide release in late 2000. The song was a modest success in mainland Europe, but was a major hit in the United Kingdom, peaking at number three on the UK Singles Chart and number one on the Scottish Singles Chart for two weeks.


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Do you ever question your life?
Do you ever wonder why?
Do you ever see in your dreams?
All the castles in the sky

[Chorus]
Oh tell me why
Do we build castles in the sky?
Oh tell me why
Are the castles way up high?
Please tell me why
Do we build castles in the sky?
Oh tell me why
Are the castles way up high?

Do ever question your life?
Do you ever wonder why?
Do you ever see in your dreams
All the castle in the sky?

[Chorus]

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Ian Van Dahl

Ian Van Dahl was a Belgian progressive house, electro house, and deep house music project, created by Christophe Chantzis and Erik Vanspauwen, with first singer Martine Theeuwen (aka Marsha), who also co-wrote and sang the song "Castles in the Sky". Cindy Mertens was the second singer and can be seen in the music video for "Castles in the Sky"; her vocal contribution was limited to live performances only. In 2001 she was replaced by Annemie Coenen, who would become front singer of the project. more »

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Written by: Christophe Chantzis, Erik Jos Vanspauwen, Martine Theeuwen

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12 facts about this song

Release Information
"Castles in the Sky" by Ian Van Dahl was originally released on March 12, 2000.
Artists
The Belgian trance duo, Ian Van Dahl, is composed of members Annemie Coenen and Christophe Chantzis.
Album
The song is part of their debut album named "Ace," which was released in 2002.
Peak Chart Positions
It was a major hit across Europe, reaching the top 10 in multiple countries. In the UK, it peaked at number three, while in the United States it topped Billboard’s Hot Dance Club Play chart.
Vocals
It should be noted that although Annemie Coenen is the main vocalist of the band, the vocals for the original version were performed by Marsha, a Belgian artist.
Music Video
The music video shows images of the band performing, as well as various scenes featuring a mysterious woman – symbolizing the dreamlike nature of "Castles in the Sky."
Awards
Because of its immense popularity, "Castles in the Sky" earned Ian Van Dahl the award for Best Dance Act at the UK's Clubbing TV Awards in 2001.
Songwriter and Producer
The song was produced and written by Christophe Chantzis, Erik Vanspauwen, and Martine Theeuwen.
Re-recording
Given the song's commercial success, it was re-recorded and re-released multiple times with Annemie Coenen's vocals.
Pop Culture References
The song has appeared in several television shows and movies, marking its impact on pop culture. For example, it featured within an episode of the sitcom "Coupling" and in the football movie, "The Game of Their Lives."
Inspirational Message
The lyrics of "Castles in the Sky" have often been interpreted as being about hope and dreams, as the song references building "castles in the sky," a euphemism for dreaming big.
Remixes
There are many remixes of "Castles in the Sky" by various DJs, further expanding its reach and popularity in the dance music scene.

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