Isn't Life Strange

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"Isn't Life Strange" is a 1972 single by the English progressive rock band the Moody Blues, which was based on Pachelbel's Canon In D. Written by bassist John Lodge, it was the first of two singles released from their 1972 album Seventh Sojourn, with the other being "I'm Just a Singer (In a Rock and Roll Band)" (also written by Lodge). "Isn't Life Strange" is one of the Moody Blues' longer songs, lasting for over six minutes.


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1971
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Release Date
"Isn't Life Strange" was released on March 17, 1972, becoming one of the Moody Blues' most recognized songs.
Album
The song is from the album "Seventh Sojourn", which was the Moody Blues' eighth album and their last one to feature the group's original line-up.
Artist Credit
The track was written and composed by the band's bassist, John Lodge.
Chart Performance
Though a modest chart hit at the time of its original release, peaking at #29 on Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, the song reached #13 on UK Singles Chart, an indication of its enduring popularity in the band's home country.
Running Time
It has a running-time of 6:18 minutes in the standard album version but was trimmed down to 3:58 minutes for the single release.
Song Inspiration
Lodge, who wrote the song, stated that it was inspired by the estrangement and eventual reunion with his wife.
Reception
Despite the slow start on the charts, the song eventually gained huge popularity, becoming a staple of classic rock and adult contemporary radio stations.
Music Style
"Isn't Life Strange" is often characterised as progressive rock with a hint of classical orchestration, reflective of the Moody Blues's musical evolution and experimentation.
Cover Versions
Many bands have covered "Isn't Life Strange" throughout the years. The Prog Collective released a version featuring Jon Davison of Yes and Patrick Moraz, former member of Yes and the Moody Blues, on their 2020 album "Worlds on Hold".
Live Performances
The song has been performed by The Moody Blues during many live performances and was featured on "A Night at Red Rocks with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra", one of the band's most successful live albums, in 1992.
Trivia
According to Lodge, the title "Isn't Life Strange" was chosen because it reflected the uncertain times they were going through. He thought it perfectly encapsulated the spirit of questioning and change that marked the early 1970s.

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