Far Above the Clouds

Mike Oldfield

About Far Above the Clouds

"Far Above the Clouds" is a single by musician Mike Oldfield, released on 12 April 1999. The single is the final track from the album Tubular Bells III. "Far Above the Clouds" similarly features tubular bells in fashion with the part-one-finales of Oldfield's previous works, Tubular Bells and Tubular Bells II. The sound of the bells has a slightly more dramatic tone than in its previous appearances, and it is a combination of actual tubular bells and sampled sounds from various keyboards, most prominently a Korg M1. On 27 July 2012 at the 2012 Summer Olympics opening ceremony Oldfield performed renditions of Tubular Bells, "Far Above the Clouds" and "In Dulci Jubilo" during a segment about the NHS. This rendition appears on the soundtrack album Isles of Wonder. more »

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And the Man in the Rain picked up his bag of Secrets 
And journeyed up the mountainside far above the clouds 
And nothing was ever heard of him again 
Except with the sound of tubular bells

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Mike Oldfield

Michael Gordon Oldfield (born 15 May 1953) is an English multi-instrumentalist musician and composer, working a style that blends progressive rock, folk, ethnic or world music, classical music, electronic music, New Age, and more recently, dance. His music is often elaborate and complex in nature. He is best known for his 1973 hit album Tubular Bells, which launched Virgin Records, and for his 1983 hit single "Moonlight Shadow". He is also well known for his hit rendition of the Christmas piece "In Dulci Jubilo". more »

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Written by: MICHAEL GORDON OLDFIELD

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12 facts about this song

Musical Style "Far Above The Clouds" is classified under New Age and Progressive Rock genres, carrying a perfect combination of rhythmical patterns, vocalizations, and instrumental solos characteristic of Mike Oldfield's style.
Album Representation The song is the last part of Mike Oldfield's 1999 album named 'Tubular Bells III,' which is the third installment in his renowned 'Tubular Bells' series.
Track Length The song has a duration of approximately five minutes and 30 seconds making it one of the lengthy pieces of the album.
Song Structure "Far Above The Clouds" is recognized for its distinctive song structure, starting with a Celtic-inspired tune, moving into a techno dance beat, and finishing with a reprise of the original 'Tubular Bells' theme.
Vocal Contribution Vocals for this track were provided by Amar, a British Indian pop singer and songwriter who has collaborated with Oldfield on several works.
Live Performance The song was performed live at the premiere concert of 'Tubular Bells III' at Horse Guards Parade in London on 4th September 1998, almost a year before it was released on the album.
Public Reception "Far Above The Clouds" quickly became a fan-favorite and is one of Mike Oldfield's most popular tracks among his fan base.
Music Video It also has a music video that fits the New Age genre of the song spectacularly with a mysterious and enchanting feel.
Album Success The album 'Tubular Bells III,' which houses this song, reached number 4 in the UK Albums Chart, denoting the commercial success of the album and the songs within it.
Legacy "Far Above The Clouds" is considered one of the defining pieces of Mike Oldfield's later career, demonstrating his seamless fusion of experimental and traditional musical elements.
Inspiration Source Much like the rest of the 'Tubular Bells' series, "Far Above The Clouds" was inspired by Oldfield's personal experiences and intricacies of his emotional landscape.
Instruments Involved The song involves a wide range of instruments, from synthesizers to guitars to tubular bells, affirming Oldfield's reputation as a multi-instrumentalist.

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