Rooms on Fire

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About Rooms on Fire

"Rooms on Fire" is a song by American singer and songwriter Stevie Nicks from her fourth solo studio album The Other Side of the Mirror (1989). Written by Nicks and Rick Nowels, and produced by Rupert Hine, the song was released on April 21, 1989, by the Modern label, as the lead single from The Other Side of the Mirror. The 12" single was released in a limited-edition poster sleeve in certain territories. "Rooms on Fire" was successful on both sides of the Atlantic, reaching number 16 on the UK Singles Chart and on the US Billboard Hot 100 while topping the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart. In the United Kingdom, it was Nicks' first solo top-forty hit and is her highest-charting song to date. The single was also highly successful in Canada and New Zealand, reaching numbers nine and 12 respectively. In the accompanying music video for "Rooms on Fire", Nicks is seen holding a baby dressed in white, played by her goddaughter. "Rooms on Fire" was performed sporadically at Nicks' live concerts up until New Year's Eve of 1999, though it has yet to be played live since then. 


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1991
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Somewhere out in the back of your mind
Comes your real life and the life that you know
It seems like it was the creation of some of those same old things
It seemed to be the only thing left out in the light
She had trusted many
But been unfamiliar with
Almost everyone but you

Well maybe I'm just thinking that the rooms are all on fire
Everytime that you walk in the room
Well there is magic all around you, if I do say so myself
I have known this much longer than I've known you

She had trusted many
And then there would be someone who would enter into her presence
That she could sense for miles
She dreamed of her wanton luxury
And she laughed and she cried and she tried to taunt him
And he hated to be separated
From that picture No

Well maybe I'm just thinking that the rooms are all on fire
Everytime that you walk in the room
Ooh, well there is magic all around you, if I do say so myself
Well I have known this much longer than I've known you

Long nets of white cloud my memory
Long nets of white cloud my memory
Ooh there is magic all around you
Everytime you walk in the room

Well maybe I'm just thinking that the rooms are all on fire
Everytime that you walk in the room
Well there is magic all around you, if I do say so myself
Well I have known this much longer than I've known you

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Stevie Nicks

Stephanie Lynn "Stevie" Nicks (born May 26, 1948 in Phoenix, Arizona) is an American singer-songwriter, best known for her work with Fleetwood Mac and an extensive solo career, which collectively have produced over forty Top 50 hits and sold over 140 million albums. She was deemed "The Reigning Queen of Rock and Roll" and one of the "100 Greatest Singers of All Time" by Rolling Stone,and, as a member of Fleetwood Mac, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998. As a solo artist, she has garnered eight Grammy Award nominations and, with Fleetwood Mac, a further five. more »

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Written by: STEVIE NICKS, RICK NOWELS

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10 facts about this song

Album Origin
"Rooms on Fire" is a song by American singer-songwriter Stevie Nicks from her fourth solo studio album, "The Other Side of the Mirror", released in 1989.
Chart Performance
The single "Rooms on Fire" was a chart success, peaking at number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and reaching number 8 in Canada.
Songwriting Collaboration
The song was co-written by Stevie Nicks and Rick Nowels. The pair was also responsible for writing and producing other hits on "The Other Side of the Mirror" album.
Inspiration
Nicks stated in several interviews that the lyrics of "Rooms on Fire" are about the feeling that occurs when you meet someone new and your life changes.
Relevance to Nicks’ Life
The song is often interpreted as a reflection of Nick's relationship with Rupert Hine, who produced her fourth solo album, "The Other Side of the Mirror".
Notable Lyrics
Notable Lyrics: One of the most popular lines in the song "Well there is magic all around you, if I do say so myself" reflects Nicks' belief in magic and mysticism which has always been a central theme in her music.
Music Video
A music video was also produced for the song, directed by David Fincher, who is now a critically acclaimed film director known for movies like "Fight Club", "The Social Network", and "Gone Girl".
Genre
"Rooms on Fire" is characterized as a pop-rock song with elements of soft rock, typical to Nicks' style in the late 80s.
Live Performances
The song has become a staple on her live performances and has been performed on almost every tour since its release.
Cover Versions
The song has also been covered by several artists over the years including Wild Belle and a country version was done by Emily West.

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