Candle of Life
The Moody Blues
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Album"Candle of Life" is a track from the album "To Our Children's Children's Children", which is the fifth album by The Moody Blues, released in 1969.
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Writing Credits“Candle of Life” was written by the band’s bass player, John Lodge.
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StyleThe song belongs to the progressive rock genre, merging poetic lyrics with a symphonic backdrop.
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Concept Album“To Our Children's Children's Children” is a concept album with the theme focused on timeless infinity and outer space exploration.
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Inspired by the Moon LandingThe album, including "Candle of Life", was said to have been inspired by the 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing.
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Lyric ThemeLyrically, the song is introspective and filled with analogies of life, death, and time. It also deals with the notion of existentialism.
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Underrated SongDespite being considered one of the best tracks of the album by several critics, "Candle of Life" was not one of the most commercially successful songs by The Moody Blues.
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Influence"Candle of Life", along with other songs from the album, had a huge influence on the progressive rock movement, in particular influencing bands such as Genesis, Yes, and King Crimson.
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Limited Live PerformancesThe song was rarely performed live by the band, initially due to their lack of confidence in reproducing their studio sound on stage.
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ReceptionThe song, much like the album, was initially greeted with mixed reviews but has experienced a positive critical reassessment overtime, and it is now seen as one of the highlights in The Moody Blues' discography.
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Deeper MeaningThe song is thought by many fans to be about mortality and the fleeting nature of life, reflecting the philosophical undertones of the album.
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Quintessential Moody BluesMany critics have noted that "Candle of Life" showcases The Moody Blues' trademark blend of thoughtful lyrics, rich vocal harmonies, and intricate instrumental arrangements.
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Production QualityThe song is noted for its high production quality, a characteristic of all Moody Blues' records, due to their partnership with producer Tony Clarke.
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Backing Vocals"Candle of Life" includes backing vocals by fellow band members Justin Hayward and Ray Thomas.
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Hidden GemAlthough not as popular as some of their other songs, "Candle of Life" is considered a hidden gem in The Moody Blues' catalogue by many fans and music critics.
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