Circle in the Sand

Belinda Carlisle

About Circle in the Sand

"Circle in the Sand" is a song recorded by American singer Belinda Carlisle for her second studio album Heaven on Earth (1987). It was written by Rick Nowels - who also produced it - and Ellen Shipley. The release was the third single from the Heaven on Earth album on May 1988. It was her third consecutive top-ten hit in the United Kingdom and United States, reaching number four and number seven, respectively.


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Sundown all around
Walking through the summer's end
Waves crash baby, don't look back
I won't walk away again

Oh, baby, anywhere you go
We are bound together
I begin, baby, where you end
Some things are forever!

Circle in the sand
'Round and 'round
Never ending love is what we've found
And you complete the heart of me
Our love is all we need
Circle in the sand
Circle in the sand (circle in the sand)

Cold wind, tide moves in
Shiver in the salty air
Day breaks, my heart aches
I will wait for you right here

Oh, baby when you look for me
Can you see forever?
I begin baby, where you end
We belong together

Circle in the sand
'Round and 'round
Rising of the moon as the sun goes down
And you complete the heart of me
Our love is all we need
Circle in the sand (circle in the sand)
Circle in the sand (circle in the sand)

Baby can you hear me?
Can you hear me calling? (Can you hear me calling?)

Oh, baby, anywhere you go
We are bound together
And I begin, baby, where you end
Some things are forever!

Circle in the sand
'Round and 'round
Never ending love is what we've found
And you complete the heart of me
Our love is all we need
Circle in the sand (circle in the sand)
Circle in the sand (circle in the sand)

Circle in the sand (circle in the sand)
Circle in the sand

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Belinda Carlisle

Belinda Jo Carlisle (born August 17, 1958) is an American singer who gained worldwide fame as the lead vocalist of the Go-Go's, one of the most successful all-female bands of all time and the first such group whose members wrote their own songs and played their own instruments. Topping the Billboard charts with the Go-Go's, she sold more than seven million albums in just three years and later went on to a successful solo career with hits "Mad About You", "Summer Rain", "I Get Weak", "Circle in the Sand", "Leave a Light On" and "Heaven Is a Place on Earth" among others, which were major successes in the United States and United Kingdom as well as internationally. Her autobiography, Lips Unsealed, published in June 2010, reached No. 27 on the The New York Times… more »

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Written by: RICHARD W NOWELS, ELLEN SHIPLEY

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12 facts about this song

Release Details
"Circle in the Sand" was released on April 18, 1988, by MCA Records. It was the third single from Belinda Carlisle's second studio album "Heaven on Earth".
Chart Performance
The song was a commercial success, reaching the top 10 in numerous countries including the US, the UK, Germany, and Australia. It peaked at No.7 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Song Composition
The song was co-written by Rick Nowels and Ellen Shipley, two prominent American songwriters and producers.
Music Video
Directed by Leslie Libman, the music video of "Circle in the Sand" features Belinda Carlisle at the beach and in a desert, symbolically exploring the themes of love and time.
Song Style
The song is characterized by its dreamy synthpop style fused with some elements of rock.
Accolades
Despite not winning any major awards, the success of "Circle in the Sand" helped solidify Carlisle's status as a solo vocalist and contributed to the overall positive reception of her album "Heaven on Earth".
Song Length
The single version of "Circle in the Sand" is around 3 minutes and 40 seconds.
Background Vocals
The harmonized background vocals in the song were provided by Thomas Dolby, a renowned English musician and producer.
Album Contribution
"Circle in the Sand" helped make "Heaven on Earth" Carlisle's highest charting solo album to date, and it continues to be one of her signature songs.
Cover Versions
Several artists have covered "Circle in the Sand" since its initial release, demonstrating its enduring popularity. Notable covers include versions by Sandy Mölling in 2006 and German singer Claudia Jung in 2012.
Live Performances
Belinda Carlisle often includes "Circle in the Sand" in her live performances, offering fans a classic slice of her '80s heyday.
Legacy
Over 30 years later, "Circle in the Sand" continues to be a popular song and often features in '80s and retro-themed radio and streaming playlists.

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