The Dance
Garth Brooks
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Looking back On the memory of The dance we shared 'Neath the stars above For a moment All the world was right How could I have known That you'd ever say goodbye And now I'm glad I didn't know The way it all would end The way it all would go Our lives Are better left to chance I could have missed the pain But I'd have had to miss The dance Holding you I held everything For a moment Wasn't I a king But if I'd only known How the king would fall Hey who's to say You know I might have changed it all And now I'm glad I didn't know The way it all would end The way it all would go Our lives Are better left to chance I could have missed the pain But I'd have had to miss The dance Yes my life It's better left to chance I could have missed the pain But I'd have had to miss The dance
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"The Dance" is a song that was written by Tony Arata and recorded by the famous country singer, Garth Brooks. The song was penned in the 1980s.
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Debut RecordIt appears on Garth Brook's self-titled debut album. Garth Brooks' rendition of Arata's song helped to bring it fame with country music fans and critics alike.
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ChartsReleased in 1990 as Brooks' fourth single, "The Dance" rapidly climbed the Billboard country chart, reaching the number-one spot.
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Award Nominations"The Dance" was also recognized as a standout amongst country music, with nominations for Song of the Year at the Country Music Association Awards and a win at the Academy of Country Music Awards in 1990.
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Music VideoThe music video for "The Dance" was directed by John Lloyd Miller. It features vignettes of people who died senselessly and too young, including civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr., and astronauts from the Challenger disaster.
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Commentary"The Dance" is a song that is believed to revolve around the theme of not regretting life, even if it leads to pain, because the good times experienced are worth the effort. This interpretation has made it resonate deeply with many listeners.
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Cover VersionsMany other artists have covered "The Dance" since its release, indicative of the song's wide appeal and enduring popularity.
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Multi-PlatinumGarth Brooks' debut album, which includes "The Dance", was certified Diamond by the RIAA in 1990. This represents ten million shipped copies.
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Concert Staple"The Dance" is a regular feature in Brooks' live performances, embodying his emotive and powerful stage presence.
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Philosophical InfluenceAccording to an interview with Tony Arata, the song was inspired by a scene from a movie in which a character wishes he could've avoided the pain of a relationship, only to be told that doing so would mean missing the dance. This sentiment forms the core philosophy of the song.
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