Woman In Chains

Oleta Adams, Tears for Fears

About Woman In Chains

"Woman in Chains" is a song by the English band Tears for Fears, released as the second single from their 1989 album The Seeds of Love. It was an international success, reaching the Top 40 in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Belgium, Ireland, Italy and New Zealand, and the Top 20 in Canada (just missing the Top 10, at number 11), France, the Netherlands and in Poland (where it was particularly successful, reaching number five). The studio cut features Phil Collins on drums. "Tears for Fears just wanted me to do that big drum thing from 'In the Air Tonight'…" Collins recalled. "'We want you to come in here in a big way.'"The song prominently features vocals by Oleta Adams, who went on to achieve a successful solo career. It was re-released in 1992 – with a different B-side and now credited to "Tears For Fears featuring Oleta Adams" – to capitalise on the singer's solo success and to promote the Tears for Fears compilation Tears Roll Down (Greatest Hits 82–92). This time, it reached number 57 in the UK. 


Year:
2001
6:28
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You better love loving and you better behave
You better love loving and you better behave
Woman in chains
Woman in chains

Calls her man the great white hope
Says she's fine, she'll always cope
Ohh, woman in chains
Woman in chains

Well I feel lying and waiting is a poor man's deal (a poor man's deal)
And I feel hopelessly weighed down by your eyes of steel (your eyes of steel)
Well it's a world gone crazy
Keeps woman in chains

Oh oh oh oh oh 
Woman in chains
Woman in chains

Trades her soul as skin and bones
Sells the only thing she owns, oh oh
Woman in chains
Woman in chains 

Men of stone
Men of stone
Oh, no no no

Well I feel 
deep in your heart there are wounds time can't heal
And I feel 
somebody somewhere is trying to breathe
Well you know what I mean
It's a world gone crazy
Keeps woman in chains

It's under my skin but out of my hands
I'll tear it apart but I won't understand
I will not accept the greatness of man

It's a world gone crazy
Keeps a woman in chains
Gone crazy, keeps woman in chains

So free her
So free her
So free her
So free her
So free her
So free her
So free her
So free her
So free her
So free her
So free her
So free her
So free her
So free her
So free her

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Oleta Adams

Oleta Adams (born May 4, 1953, Seattle, Washington) is an American soul, jazz, and gospel singer and pianist. more »

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Written by: ROLAND ORZABAL

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6 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"Woman in Chains" was released in November 1989 as the second single from Tears for Fears' third studio album named "The Seeds of Love." The song's appreciation by the public and critics resulted in achieving several memorable chart rankings.
Collaboration and Performance
American singer Oleta Adams, who provided the guest vocals, was discovered by Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith (Tears for Fears duo) in a Kansas hotel bar where she was performing. They were so impressed by her that they invited her to collaborate on the album. - Oleta Adams' powerful and soulful contribution to this song plays a significant part in its enduring popularity.
Song Meaning
"Woman in Chains" is said to be a feminist anthem, expressing concern about the treatment of women in society. It advocates for gender equality and stands against the patriarchal idea of women being secondary or submissive.
Music Video and Live Performances
The song's music video was iconic, showing a boxer and a prostitute struggle through life while trying to sustain their relationship. The video further cements the song's theme of challenging societal norms and prejudices. - Tears for Fears and Oleta Adams performed "Woman in Chains" at the 1990 BRIT Awards, bringing the message of the song to a wider audience.
Chart Success
Upon release, "Woman in Chains" had significant chart success. It reached the top 40 in numerous countries, including the UK, US, Ireland, and the Netherlands.
Cover Versions
Several artists have covered "Woman in Chains" in their performances, highlighting its popularity and impact. Notable covers include versions by Tina Arena and also by POD with the singer Suzie McNeil.

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