Lovers In a Dangerous Time
Bruce Cockburn
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10 facts about this song
Song’s Origin"Lovers in a Dangerous Time" was written and performed by Canadian singer-songwriter, Bruce Cockburn. The song was first released on Cockburn's 1984 album, "Stealing Fire."
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InspirationThe song was reportedly inspired by the delicate state of the world during the Cold War era. The lyrics convey a sense of fear and uncertainty about the future, balanced by Cockburn's trademark optimism and hope.
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Success in CanadaOn its release, "Lovers in a Dangerous Time" reached number 25 on the Canadian RPM Top Singles Chart, making it one of Cockburn's most successful hits in his home country.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song received heavy airplay on MuchMusic, Canada's music video network. It features Cockburn walking through downtown Toronto and interacting with the youth of the city, highlighting the song's theme of inherited problems passed on to younger generations.
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Barenaked Ladies CoverIn 1991, Canadian band Barenaked Ladies covered “Lovers in a Dangerous Time,” which significantly boosted their fame. Their version also made it to the Top 100 in Canada and won a Juno Award for Single of the Year.
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Lyric MisunderstandingA popular misinterpretation of a key line from 'Lovers in a Dangerous Time' is "Nothing worth having comes without some kind of fight / Got to kick at the darkness till it bleeds daylight." Some fans have cited it as "Got to kick at the darkness till it *beats* daylight," which Cockburn has clarified every so often on stage.
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Live PerformancesOver the years, "Lovers in a Dangerous Time" has been a staple in Cockburn's live performances. Notwithstanding, each live version somewhat varies musically, with Cockburn often opting to reinterpret the song rather than recreate the original.
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Charity WorkIn 2005, Cockburn performed "Lovers in a Dangerous Time" on the CBC charity telethon for the victims of the Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami.
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Cultural Impact"Lovers in a Dangerous Time" has had a lasting cultural impact in Canada, with the song being covered and remixed by numerous artists. It was listed at number 11 on Bob Mersereau's 2007 book The Top 100 Canadian Singles.
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Usage in TelevisionThe song has also been used in popular culture, including an episode of the Canadian television show, "Due South," in which the Barenaked Ladies cover was featured.
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