On a High

Duncan Sheik

About On a High

"On a High" is a song written and recorded by singer-songwriter Duncan Sheik and released as the first single from his album Daylight. A female cover of "On a High" can be heard in the commercials for the TV movie Queen Sized, sung by Nikki Blonsky. The song was also featured on an episode of Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County.


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2006
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I'm on a high, I'm on a high
There's nothing more to it.
We are the sea and the sky
And the blue that runs through it, yeah.

And there are some who say there are so many things I need
So I run or I fight and I crawl or I scream and I bleed
I bleed, I bleed

Well, it's a lie it's a lie, don't you believe it.
If you're fine then you're fine, it's all how you see it.
Oh, there never will be no conspiracy of happiness.

I'm on a high I'm on a high
And there's nothing more to it
I have the sun, it's a star
Why should I refuse it

And there are so many reasons I could give you why I should be down
There's not enough money or time and my love you're not around
Around, around

But it's a lie it's a lie, don't you believe it.
If you're fine then you're fine, it's all how you see it.
Oh, there never will be no conspiracy of happiness.

You're alive you're alive, how else could you hear me?
You are fine, you are fine, there's nothing worth fearing
Cause there never will be no conspiracy of happiness

I'm on a high, on a high
We are the sea and the sky
I'm on a high, on a high
I'm on a high

It's a lie, It's a lie don't you believe it
Cause I've tried and I've tried, and I can't really see it
Yeah, I'm trapped inside my conspiracy of happiness
Said I was yours, you were mine but I didn't really mean it
And I lied and I lied
And I wish you hadn't seen it
Cause I'm trapped inside my conspiracy of happiness
I'm on a high, on a high, there's nothing more to it, yeah.

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Duncan Sheik

Duncan Scott Sheik (born November 18, 1969) is an American singer-songwriter and composer. Initially finding success as a singer, most notably for his 1996 debut single "Barely Breathing", he later expanded to compositions for motion pictures and the Broadway stage, such as the successful musical, Spring Awakening. A lay Buddhist, Sheik currently resides in New York City. more »

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Written by: DUNCAN SHEIK

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14 facts about this song

Song Creator
"On a High" is a song was written and performed by American singer-songwriter and composer Duncan Sheik.
Album
This song is part of Sheik's studio album "Daylight" which was released in 2002.
Genre
"On a High" is characterized under the pop rock genre.
Chart Performance
This song reached number 16 on the U.S. Billboard Adult Top 40 chart and number 29 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart.
Grammy Nomination
"On a High" was nominated for the "Best Male Pop Vocal Performance” at the 2003 Grammy Awards.
Music Video
A music video for "On A High" was also released which was directed by photographer and director Danny Clinch.
Song Theme
"On a High" is often interpreted as a song about achieving a state of happiness or euphoria, without the need for anything external, like drugs.
Soundtrack Appearance
The song features in the 2002 film, "Two Weeks Notice," starring Sandra Bullock and Hugh Grant.
Unique Style
The track features Sheik's signature restrained vocals and sophisticated chordal arrangements, which constitute his unique musical style.
Stage Performance
Duncan Sheik included "On a High" in his setlist performances in several live shows and tours after its release.
Music Career
"On a High" signifies Sheik's transition from a more folk-pop oriented sound, which was evident in his '90s work, to a more ambitious, electronic-based style.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "On a High" are penned by the performer himself, Duncan Sheik.
Album Success
The parent album, "Daylight," went on to become Sheik's third most successful album, with "On a High" particularly helping to boost its appeal.
Collaborations
The song "On a High" saw Duncan Sheik collaborate with various contemporary musicians, contributing to the rich sound of the track.

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