The Gift

Way Out West, Joanna Law

About The Gift

"The Gift" is a song by English electronic music duo Way Out West featuring English singer Joanna Law, credited as Miss Joanna Law. It was released on the since defunct record label Deconstruction Records on 2 September 1996. The song reached #15 on the UK Singles Chart that year, and also peaked at #2 on the UK Dance Chart. It is the third single from their eponymous debut studio album Way Out West.


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The moon and the stars
Are the gift someday
The moon and the stars
Are the gift someday

The moon and the stars
Are the gift someday
The moon and the stars
Are the gift someday

The moon and the stars
Are the gift someday
The moon and the stars
Are the gift someday

Are the gift someday
Are the gift someday

The moon and the stars
Are the gift someday
The moon and the stars
Are the gift someday

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Way Out West

Way Out West is a musical artist and duo consisting of British musicians Jody Wisternoff and Nick Warren. They are known for their contributions to the progressive house and trance genres. more »

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10 facts about this song

Release Data
"The Gift" by Way Out West was released in 1996, and it serves as one of the songs on their debut album "Way Out West".
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 15 on the UK Singles Chart, demonstrating mainstream success.
Unique Sampling
Interesting to many music enthusiasts, the track features samples from the song "Hallelujah" by Happy Mondays.
Vocals
Although Way Out West is known as an electronic music duo, "The Gift" features unique vocals by Joanna Law.
Remixes
Due to its success, "The Gift" was remixed by several other artists, including Gui Boratto and Michael Woods, further expanding its audience and reach.
Genre
The song is classified as a mix of trip-hop and progressive house, showcasing Way Out West's genre-blending capabilities.
Music Video
A music video was produced for "The Gift," which depicted a silhouetted dancer against various computer-generated and cityscape backgrounds.
Legacy
The song has often been recognized as one of the standout tracks from Way Out West's discography, continuing to hold influence within the electronic music scene.
Re-release
"The Gift" was re-released in 2010 with new remixes to mark its popularity and enduring appeal.
Collaboration
The song is a good example of the collaborative work of Jody Wisternoff and Nick Warren, the two artists that make up Way Out West.

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