Keep the Fire
Kenny Loggins
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There's a river in Evening ember glow And you're wishing you could see How far it flows Rolling on to an endless sea You'd be well on your way If you could only set sail. But dreams can drift away And sails can fill with doubt Where's your vision If the embers flicker out? Don't let it slip from view The horizons are waiting Your river is fading [Chorus:] So keep the fire burning tonight See just what comes into sight Don't take forever Take it through the night And believe the sun Will rise with the dawn That's all you need to go on But for tonight Just keep the fire burning bright I will never need to ask "What have I done?" Comes a moment when it's clear There's only one. Oh, whatever you need of me I've made up my mind I'll give you more than you've asked for And there are those who can foresee Where we will go All the future... I don't really want to know Only that you'll be here with me. While the embers still glow We'll be safe till tomorrow.
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Written by: EVA LOGGINS, KENNY LOGGINS
Lyrics © Gnossos Music / Milk Money Music
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14 facts about this song
Release Date"Keep the Fire" is a song from the 70's by Kenny Loggins. It was released in 1979.
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AlbumIt is also the title track from his third solo album, also called "Keep the Fire."
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Genre ClassificationThe song falls into the Soft Rock genre, which was hugely popular during that time.
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Co-artistThe song was co-written by Kenny Loggins along with Eva Loggins, showing it to be a family collaboration.
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Chart Performance"Keep the Fire" performed reasonably well in the charts. It reached number 36 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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ArtworkThe cover artwork of the album was noted for its unique style. It featured a four-armed man, which was influenced by the Via Positiva philosophy.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe song's lyrics are often interpreted as a reminder to always keep the passion and fire alive in life, particularly in the context of overcoming obstacles and facing challenges.
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Song ThemeThe song talks about personal transformation and the journey of consciousness which aligns with Kenny Loggins' exploration of self-growth and spirituality.
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Impact"Keep the Fire" has been a fan favorite, and decades later, it is still listened as a classic Soft Rock track.
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ReceptionThe song reaffirmed Kenny Loggins' status as one of the defining artists of the Soft Rock genre in the late 70s.
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Backing SingersNotable backing singers on this track and the album included Michael McDonald of Doobie Brothers and Stevie Nicks from Fleetwood Mac, helping to elevate the song even higher.
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Music VideoThe music video shows Kenny Loggins and his band performing on a dark stage, with occasional shots of a roaring fire, reflecting the song's lyrical theme.
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Live PerformancesKenny Loggins regularly performs this song during his live performances, and it remains one of his concert staples.
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Legacy"Keep the Fire" has been covered by various artists over the years and continues to inspire upcoming musicians.
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