Shadows in the Moonlight

Anne Murray

About Shadows in the Moonlight

"Shadows in the Moonlight" is a song written by Charlie Black and Rory Bourke, and recorded by Canadian country and pop music singer Anne Murray. It was released in May 1979 as the second single from the album New Kind of Feeling. The song reached #1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart that July, and was one of three chart-toppers for her during the year. "Shadows in the Moonlight" was Murray's third No. 1 single on the country chart and fourth overall (counting "You Needed Me," which topped the Billboard Hot 100 in 1978). "Shadows in the Moonlight" was released during Murray's peak as a crossover artist, and the song was one of several that also charted on the Hot 100. The song peaked at #25 in July and spent three weeks at #1 on the Billboard Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks chart. 


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We'll be shadows in the moonlight, darlin' I'll meet you at midnight
Hand and hand we'll go, dancin' through the Milky Way
And we'll find a little hide a way where we can love the whole night away
We'll be shadows in the moonlight right up 'til the light of day

Ooh the night is young and baby, so are we
Glad, I'm gonna make you glad you came
You won't need a thing
Just bring your love for me
And darlin' I will do the same

We'll be shadows in the moonlight, darlin' I'll meet you at midnight
Hand and hand we'll go, dancin' through the Milky Way

Do you want me to think
Just bring your love for me
You'll be glad you came
Just wait and see

We'll be shadows in the moonlight, darlin' I'll meet you at midnight
Hand and hand we'll go, dancin' through the Milky Way
And we'll find a little hide a way where we can love the whole night away
We'll be shadows in the moonlight right up 'til the light of day

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Anne Murray

Morna Anne Murray CC ONS (born June 20, 1945) is a multiple award-winning Canadian singer in pop, country and adult contemporary music whose albums have sold over 54 million copies worldwide as of 2012. more »

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Written by: CHARLIE BLACK, RORY M. BOURKE

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15 facts about this song

Artist Origin
"Shadows in the Moonlight" was performed by Anne Murray, a Canadian female artist known for her contributions to the country and pop genres.
Song Genre
The song is classified in the Country Pop, which exemplifies Anne Murray's distinct style.
Musical Period
"Shadows in the Moonlight" was released in 1979, during the peak period of Country Pop, which combined elements of pop music with traditional country.
Song Success
Upon its release, "Shadows in the Moonlight" topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles, exhibiting its major success in the genre.
Album
"Shadows in the Moonlight" was a key track of the album "New Kind of Feeling."
Long-standing Performance
The song was a hit on the U.S Billboard Hot 100, ensuring its place on radio playlists for many years after its release.
Songwriter
The song was written by famous songwriter Charlie Black along with songwriter Rory Bourke.
Song Duration
"Shadows in the Moonlight" has a duration of 3 minutes and 28 seconds, which is typical for most pop songs in the late 70s.
Multiple Releases
The song wasn't just revered in the U.S and Canada. It was also released in several countries around the world due to Anne Murray's international acclaim.
Versatile Singer
Anne Murray was able to adapt her style to the changes in musical tastes, and "Shadows in the Moonlight" showed listeners her ability to successfully blend the country and pop genres.
Recognition
The song's success helped continue Anne Murray's run of accolades - she's won four Grammy awards, and "Shadows in the Moonlight" is often said to have contributed to her succeeding in the industry.
Recording Location
The song was recorded in Eastern Sound in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Unique Style
The song's blend of country and pop, with a hint of American folk music thrown in, made it a unique track that contributed to the classic Anne Murray sound.
Vocals
The song stood out for Anne Murray's rich alto voice which was rare amongst female artists of the time.
Song Themes
"Shadows in the Moonlight" captures themes of love and longing, resonating with many listeners.

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