Taken in
Mike + the Mechanics
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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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Written by: MIKE RUTHERFORD (GB), CHRISTOPHER NEIL
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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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.
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Chart PerformanceIn 1986, "Taken In" reached number 32 on the UK Singles Chart and number 7 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart in the United States.
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Group Formation"Mike + The Mechanics" was a supergroup formed as a side project by Mike Rutherford, a founding member of the band Genesis.
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Lyrics InspirationWhile 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.
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SongwritersThe 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.
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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.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Taken In" features a somber and poignant visual treatment that enhances the emotional impact of the song's lyrics.
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Song ReceptionThe 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.
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Album SuccessThough "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".
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LongevityYears 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.
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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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