About the song
“Isn’t Life Strange” is a captivating song by the renowned British rock band The Moody Blues, released in 1972. This track stands out as a classic example of the band’s ability to blend philosophical lyrics with rich, symphonic rock arrangements. It is featured on their album Seventh Sojourn, which was a significant release for the band during this period.
Written by John Lodge, the bassist of The Moody Blues, “Isn’t Life Strange” reflects the band’s signature style of combining introspective and thought-provoking lyrics with lush orchestration. Lodge’s songwriting delves into themes of human experience, change, and the passage of time, offering listeners a contemplative look at the nature of life itself.
The song is notable for its orchestral arrangement and dynamic structure, which includes a stirring string section and powerful orchestral crescendos. These elements are accompanied by Lodge’s distinctive vocals and the band’s harmonious instrumentation, creating a sound that is both grand and deeply emotional.
In terms of chart performance, “Isn’t Life Strange” achieved notable success. It reached No. 12 on the UK Singles Chart, demonstrating its popularity and the strong fanbase of The Moody Blues in their home country. In the United States, the song also made an impact, peaking at No. 29 on the Billboard Hot 100. These chart positions reflect the song’s widespread appeal and the band’s continued prominence in the rock music scene of the early 1970s.
The album Seventh Sojourn, from which “Isn’t Life Strange” is taken, was well-received and contributed to The Moody Blues’ reputation for producing albums that are both conceptually cohesive and musically sophisticated. The album itself was a commercial success, further establishing the band as leading figures in the progressive rock genre.
Overall, “Isn’t Life Strange” remains a cherished track in The Moody Blues’ discography. Its thoughtful lyrics and rich musical arrangement capture the essence of the band’s unique sound and their ability to explore profound themes through rock music.
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Lyrics
Isn’t life strange?
A turn of the page
Can read like before
Can we ask for more?
Each day passes by
How hard man will try?
The sea will not wait
You know it makes me want to cry, cry, cry
Wished I could be in your heart
To be one with your love
Wished I could be in your eyes
Looking back, there you were and here we are
Isn’t love strange?
A word we arrange
With no thought or care
Maker of despair
Each breath that we breathe
With love we must weave
To make us as one
You know it makes me want to cry, cry, cry
Wished I could be in your heart
To be one with your love
Wished I could be in your eyes
Looking back, there you were and here we are
Isn’t life strange?
A turn of the page
A book without light
Unless with love we write
To throw it away
To lose just a day
The quicksand of time
You know it makes me want to cry, cry, cry
Wished I could be in your heart
To be one with your love
Wished I could be in your eyes
Looking back, there you were
Wished I could be in your heart
To be one with your love
Wished I could be in your eyes
Looking back, there you were
Wished I could be in your heart
To be one with your love
Wished I could be in your eyes
Looking back, there you were
Wished I could be in your heart
To be one with your love
Wished I could be in your eyes
Looking back, there you were