Alive Again
Chicago
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Yesterday I would not have believed That tomorrow the sun would shine Then one day you came into my life I am alive again I am alive again All the empty yesterdays have disappeared Now that you have filled my life with love No one else could ever mean so much to me Every day my high lasts longer As our love grows ever stronger Yesterday I would not have believed That tomorrow the sun would shine Then one day you came into my life I am alive again I am alive again When you gave your love to me you changed my life Dreams that once seemed hopeless come with ease Thank you girl for being just the way you are I would never try to change you All I live for is to love you I'm feeling alive again I'm feeling alive again
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Written by: JAMES CARTER PANKOW
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11 facts about this song
Album"Alive Again" is a track from Chicago's 12th studio album called "Hot Streets". This album is notable as it's the first without founding member Terry Kath and the first one with new member Donnie Dacus.
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Song's PopularityReleased as the album's second single, "Alive Again" enjoyed moderate success, reaching the 14th spot on the Billboard Hot 100 Charts in 1978.
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Band Change"Alive Again" marked a new era for Chicago. The band had just lost a key member, lead singer and guitarist Terry Kath, who died from an accidental gunshot wound. His death led to many believing the band was finished, hence the song was seen as a triumphant return proving they were 'alive again'.
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Replacement of MemberThis song was one of the first featuring the vocal and guitar work of Donnie Dacus, who had joined the band to replace Terry Kath.
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SymbolismThough not written as a tribute, many fans consider "Alive Again" as a nod to their fallen bandmate, as it symbolizes the band’s resilience in face of adversity.
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SongwritersThe song was written by James Pankow, a founding member of Chicago, who has contributed many of the band's biggest hits.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Alive Again" can be seen as a reflection of the band's feeling at that time - both their grief over Kath's death and their determination to move forward.
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VideoThe music video of "Alive Again" is notable amongst Chicago's visual discography as it presents the band performing the song live.
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Musical style"Alive Again" continued Chicago’s exploration into ballads and soft rock territory, a move that had started to give them commercial success in the mid-70s.
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Contrasting Reviews"Alive Again" garnered mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the band's resiliency and continuity, while others wondered if Chicago could maintain their distinctive sound without Kath.
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LegacyToday, “Alive Again” is remembered as a strong track that signaled the continuation of Chicago's career during a tough period. Despite its age, it remains a staple at the band's live concerts.
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