Too High to Fly
Dokken
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We sold our sons and we sold our daughters Pretty soon we'll sell our brothers We took the gold, but the gold was water I tried to save the world, but I failed her She cries the tears that I never left her I left them all behind You were sitting in your darkest hour Summer's gone We tried to make the world so much better We send our words in a pretty perfumed letter You sit alone in your ivory towers I'm just one person, I don't matter You tap the needle, and you went to heaven You left it all behind Now you're feeling oh so better [Chorus] Too high to fly You should've seen me there (Yeah) Too high to fly, my baby But you were almost there The sun shines down on my face But you don't feel a thing (no, no, no) The lines on the street, and the some rises You looked too long for heaven, now you're blinded, baby Another morning sun Another day gone by The storm's coming With the pouring rain [Chorus] The storm comes with the pouring rain (Salvation) The lines in the street, and the smoke rises Wanderin' round for forty days, hope you find it [Chorus]
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11 facts about this song
Album Release"Too High to Fly" is a song from Dokken's album named "Dysfunctional". This album, released in 1995, marked the reunion of the band's classic line-up.
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GenreThe song, together with its containing album, maintains Dokken's classic heavy metal style, but also ventures into alternative metal, especially in songs like "Too High to Fly".
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Chart Performance"Too High to Fly" helped propel the album to some success on the charts, despite not being officially released as a single. Dysfunctional reached #47 on the U.S. Billboard 200, marking a moderate commercial success for the band.
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Lyrics and ThemesWhile Dokken's music often explores themes of love, loss and heartache, "Too High to Fly" tackles the impact of drug use. This emphasizes a social commentary stance which isn't commonly found in many of their songs.
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Music VideoThe song "Too High to Fly" also includes a music video. This video features scenes of the band members performing in a desert, interspersed with colorful psychedelic imagery.
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Band LineupDuring the recording of "Dysfunctional", and thus "Too High to Fly", the band featured Don Dokken on vocals, George Lynch on guitar, Jeff Pilson on bass, and Mick Brown on drums.
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Live Performance"Too High to Fly" remains a staple in Dokken's live performances. Its guitar riff, powerful drum beats, and lyrics make it a fan favorite.
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Critical ReceptionThe song has received a positive response from critics, praising its raw energy, George Lynch's impressive guitar work, and Don Dokken's powerful vocals.
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Writing CreditsBoth frontman Don Dokken and guitarist George Lynch share the credit for writing "Too High to Fly".
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Album SalesDokken's album "Dysfunctional", which includes "Too High to Fly", has reportedly sold over 300,000 copies in the U.S. alone, according to Nielsen Soundscan.
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In Concert Albums - The live version of "Too High to Fly" appears on two of Dokken's in concert albu"Live from the Sun" (2000) and "Live Conception" (2007). This reinforces the song's popularity and enduring appeal among fans.
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