During the 70s, while still in his teens, Mitchell began playing with local bands in the city of Sarnia. After evolving through a few name changes with essentially the same band, Mitchell and a group titled "Zooom" headed off for Toronto, Ontario. The band eventually dissolved, with Mitchell travelling over to the Greek islands.
Upon his return to Canada, he formed the band Max Webster, which managed to finally break through commercially. Besides playing the group, Mitchell and wrote most of the band's songs with fellow Sarnia native and lyricist, Pye Dubois (Paul Woods). Max Webster toured extensively and built a string of hits. Mitchell's solo career began after his departure from Max Webster, with session work and a succession of solo albums.
In early 1985, the song "Go For Soda" from the Akimbo Alogo album became an international hit and perhaps remains his best known song outside of his native Canada.
In 2004, Mitchell entered the radio broadcasting industry, becoming afternoon drive time host on Toronto classic rock radio station Q107.
As of 2005, Mitchell, still does the afternoon drive time on Q107, and is working on a new double CD set for a Spring 2006 release.
In December of 2005, Mitchell had proposed to the Q107 listeners that they write a Christmas song together. The resulting song is entitled "A Christmas Smile". At the end of the song, Mitchell advises his fans not to drink and drive, but to "go for a soda" instead.
In Your Arms
Kim Mitchell Lyrics
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I'm the one crying out to be saved, sometimes for the pain...
cuz everytime love came I turned the other way...silence is my slave...
so as a dreamer I take all the blame,
given myself all to one sweet vision just to whisper: calling in your arms back home.
Now Im know its dangerous this troubling devotion,
Im such a stranger to this emotion...
I can have you without having you near...
Now romance isnt just a hold on the night..its deeper,
darker than the darkside of the moon,
when your heavenly arms hold me strong,
everything feels like its bathed in light and whispering....
calling in your arms back home.
In the song "In Your Arms" by Kim Mitchell, the lyrics depict a person who is in desperate need of love and affection. They have been hurt in the past and turned away from love every time it came around. Finally, they find someone who comes to their rescue and offers them a chance to experience romance again. The singer is acknowledging that their desire to be in love is dangerous because they have been hurt before, but they are willing to take that risk because they have found someone who makes them feel safe and loved. The lyrics speak of the deep emotional connection that is experienced when sharing affection with someone special. The love depicted is not just physical, but rather a spiritual connection that goes beyond words. The idea of being rescued by an angel on a mission of mercy suggests that the singer views their love interest as a savior of sorts, who has come to rescue them from the pain they have been feeling.
The lyrics also speak of the power of love and how it can transform a person's life. The singer talks about how everything feels like it's bathed in light and whispering when they are in their love interest's arms. The use of imagery helps to convey the depth of emotion that the singer is feeling. The theme of the song is that love has the power to heal, transform and bring people back to life. It is a powerful force that can turn darkness into light and heal a broken heart.
Line by Line Meaning
I never thought that I'd get rescued, by an angel on a mission of mercy.
I never expected that I would find salvation in the form of an angel who is on a selfless mission to help me.
I'm the one crying out to be saved, sometimes for the pain...
I am the one who is constantly seeking help and release, often due to the unbearable pain that I feel.
cuz everytime love came I turned the other way...silence is my slave...
I have repeatedly shied away from love in the past, and as a result, I am a prisoner of silence and loneliness.
so as a dreamer I take all the blame, given myself all to one sweet vision just to whisper: calling in your arms back home.
As a hopeful dreamer, I fully acknowledge that I am responsible for my own actions and decisions, and I yearn for the comfort of being held in the arms of the one I love.
Now Im know its dangerous this troubling devotion,
I now realize that this unwavering dedication and commitment to my loved one can be a dangerous and precarious stance.
Im such a stranger to this emotion...
I am inexperienced and unfamiliar with the intense emotions that I am feeling for my significant other.
I can have you without having you near...
Although we may be physically separated, I can still connect with and feel close to you in a spiritual and emotional sense.
I can feel you when you disappear...
Even when you are gone, I can still sense your presence and feel connected to you in my heart.
Now romance isnt just a hold on the night..its deeper, darker than the darkside of the moon,
Romance is not just a fleeting moment of passion or intimacy, but it is a profound and complex experience that extends far beyond the conventional bounds of time and space.
when your heavenly arms hold me strong,
When I am held in your arms, it feels like I am being embraced by an angel and comforted by the strength and warmth of your love.
everything feels like its bathed in light and whispering....calling in your arms back home.
All of my worries and fears dissipate when I am with you, and I am filled with a sense of peace and contentment, like I am being called back to where I truly belong--in your loving embrace.
Contributed by Aria M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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1. Get Lucky (Boys and Girls) 0:00
2. In My Shoes 4:07
3. Alana Loves Me 7:44
4. Patio Lanterns 11:58
5. That's the Hold 15:27
6. In Your Arms 19:30
7. City Girl 23:41
8. Easy to Tame 27:48
9. Cameo Spirit 32:04
10. Hitting the Ground 35:40
Danny Waysted Official Hard & Heavy Channel 🇨🇦
1. Get Lucky (Boys and Girls) 0:00
2. In My Shoes 4:07
3. Alana Loves Me 7:44
4. Patio Lanterns 11:58
5. That's the Hold 15:27
6. In Your Arms 19:30
7. City Girl 23:41
8. Easy to Tame 27:48
9. Cameo Spirit 32:04
10. Hitting the Ground 35:40
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I'm mexican I love Canadian music, and Kim Mitchell is my idol, and despite the fact that no one knows him in my country I am fortunate to meet him and enjoy his music, his music should have been more valued including Max Webster
Thank you very much for uploading the album, greetings ☀️
Rosanna Segreti
Danny, love Kim Mitchell and the album so much. Thank you for sharing it. Has a catchy AOR rock sound with a nostalgic harmonizing sparkle of synthesizer harmonies & spark-full riffs, a warm spark of melodies and a wonderful spark of vocals & songs. Thank you for all the pleasure of your company & have a wonderful weekend. May God supply you with every beneficial need to always keep you healthy, safe & warm! xoxo
michael king
Oh yeah I totally dig Kim Mitchell even way back in his Max Webster days . Totally underrated as a guitarist,vocalist and songwriter . Well he,s got my vote. Thanks Danny !
Steve Anderson
Any Canadian knows and loves this guy!!
LAU
Amazing😊
Zockertomate
He was famous back than, why have i never heard of him before ? :O
Sleazychen 😈
Classic Album Brother. Love Everything You’ve Posted, Including This Fucking Masterpiece Lol. Could You Post Some Penny Lane If You Can????
Jasmine Chavez
Love Kim Mitchell’s album Danny thank you this is super cool thanks Danny cheers to pizza and Milwaukee zoo love you Danny 🤘
Jasmine Chavez
@Danny Waysted Official Hard & Heavy Channel 🇨🇦 your welcome Danny my best awesome sexy king of the Nile yep I do have a precious heart for you babe and yep I’m definitely the princess queen of the Nile the song by dangerous toys that’s how I got my band name from Danny I’m definitely the hottest queen of the Nile baby love you so much Danny my heart is definitely with you for all times love you Danny my big brother your the bestest 🤘🥰