Taken in

Mike + the Mechanics

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"Taken In" is a song performed by Mike + The Mechanics. Written by guitarist Mike Rutherford and producer Christopher Neil, it was the third single released in June 1986 from their 1985 self-titled debut album, and the third to become a Top 40 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.


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Taken in, taken in again
Wrapped around the finger of some fair-weather friend
Caught up in the promises, left out in the end
No pride, taken for a ride
You say I'm the only one when I look in your eyes
I want to believe you but you know how to lie

And if you say you understand I don't believe it
And when you reach out for my hand I don't believe it
And if you say you take the blame I don't believe it
And if say that nothing's changed I don't believe it, don't believe it

Taken in, taken in again
Someone saw me coming, a fool without a friend
There's one born every minute and you're looking at him

And if you say you want me near I don't believe it
And when you're holding back the tears I don't believe it
And when you swear that you are mine I don't believe it
And it's your heart that's on the line I don't believe it, don't believe it

Taken in, taken in again
Wrapped around the finger of some fair-weather friend
Caught up in the promises, left out in the end
No pride, taken for a ride
You say I'm the only one when I look in your eyes
I'd love to believe you but you know how to lie

You say you want me near I don't believe it
And when you're holding back the tears I don't believe it
Oh, there's one born every minute, you're looking at him

Taken in, taken in again
Someone saw me coming, a fool without a friend
I want to believe you, oh
When you say you understand
When you reach out for my hand
Oh, I wish I could believe you
Taken in, taken in again

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Mike + the Mechanics

Mike and the Mechanics (stylised as Mike + The Mechanics) are an English rock supergroup formed in Dover in 1985 by Mike Rutherford, initially as a side project during a hiatus period for his other group Genesis. The band are known for the hit singles "Silent Running", "All I Need Is a Miracle", "Taken In", "The Living Years", "Word of Mouth", and "Over My Shoulder". Initially, the band included Rutherford (the only constant member), vocalists Paul Carrack and Paul Young, keyboardist Adrian Lee, and drummer Peter Van Hooke. After a decade together, Lee and Van Hooke dropped out in 1995 and were not replaced. Following Young's death in 2000, Carrack became the band's sole lead vocalist until 2004 when the band (essentially a duo at this point) dissolved, with … more »

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Written by: MIKE RUTHERFORD (GB), CHRISTOPHER NEIL

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11 facts about this song

Album Release
"Taken In" is a song from "Mike + The Mechanics" self-titled debut studio album that was released in 1985.
Chart Performance
In 1986, "Taken In" reached number 32 on the UK Singles Chart and number 7 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart in the United States.
Group Formation
"Mike + The Mechanics" was a supergroup formed as a side project by Mike Rutherford, a founding member of the band Genesis.
Lyrics Inspiration
While the exact inspiration behind the song's lyrics is not fully discussed, "Taken In" is a heartfelt song about love and loss, displaying the group's ability to navigate through complex emotions in their music.
Songwriters
The song was written by the band's guitarist Mike Rutherford and B.A Robertson, a respected songwriter who had previously worked with many notable artists.
Vocals
"Mike + The Mechanics" often shared lead vocals among their band members. For "Taken In", Paul Carrack performed the lead vocals, well-received by listeners for his strong and emotion-filled voice.
Music Video
The music video for "Taken In" features a somber and poignant visual treatment that enhances the emotional impact of the song's lyrics.
Song Reception
The song carved a solid place in Adult Contemporary radio, persisting as one of the band's enduring tracks. Critics praised its haunting melody and profound lyrics.
Album Success
Though "Taken In" was released as a single, its parent album "Mike + The Mechanics" proved to be even more successful, boasting other hit songs like "Silent Running (On Dangerous Ground)" and "All I Need Is A Miracle".
Longevity
Years after its release, "Taken In" remains a favorite among “Mike + The Mechanics" fans and continues to receive airplay on classic rock and adult contemporary radio stations.
Recording
"Taken In" was one of the ten tracks recorded for the album. The band recorded most of their debut album at The Farm, Surrey, and AIR Studios, Montserrat.

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