Her first single, "Torn", reached number 2 in the UK charts and became the most played song on the radio in 1998. "Torn" is originally written by Anne Preven, Scott Cutler and Phil Thornalley. In 1995, "Torn" was recorded by Preven's and Cutler's band Ednaswap, although the band would record several more versions prior and following Imbruglia's hit recording. The first released version of "Torn", though, was a 1993 version by Danish singer Lis Sørensen, entitled "Braendt". Norwegian singer Trine Rein had a hit with an English language version of "Torn" in her home country, a year prior to Imbruglia's million selling single. Co-writer Phil Thornalley was involved in all of these versions and eventually offered the song to Natalie Imbruglia, whose album he produced. Imbruglia initially declined recording the song, stating she didn't want to do a cover. Ironically, "Torn" did not only become her biggest hit, it also became her signature song.
Following "Torn", Natalie's debut album "Left of the Middle", released on November 1997, became a million seller. Further singles ("Big Mistake", "Wishing I Was There", and "Smoke"), again proved to be hits in terms of radio and video airplay, but had a less than stellar chart run compared to "Torn".
In a 1999 cooperation with singer Tom Jones, she appeared on his duet album "Reload", on which the pair teamed up for a cover of INXS' ""Never Tear Us Apart".
Imbruglia's sophomore album, "White Lilies Island", was released in November 2001, although it met with significantly less success than its precursor. It did spawn the UK hit singles "That Day", "Wrong Impression" and "Beauty On The Fire".
She returned to acting in 2002 with a supporting role in British spy spoof Johnny English, playing alongside Rowan Atkinson. Natalie married her long-time boyfriend Daniel Johns, lead singer of Silverchair, on 31 December 2003.
In April 2005, Imbruglia released her third studio album "Counting Down The Days" in UK, which in its first week of sales hit number one on the album charts. The first single from this album "Shiver" became her longest running single on the UK charts since her debut "Torn" and also topped the UK Airplay charts for several weeks. The second single, the title track "Counting Down The Days", was released on 25 July 2005 and although it did not have as much success in the singles chart as "Shiver" it reignited interest in its parent album.
After "Counting Down the Days", Natalie switched labels and released in a greatest hits "Glorious: The Singles 97-07", which included five new tracks and was promoted by the single "Glorious".
Natalie's fourth studio album "Come to Life" was released on October 2009 in Europe, preceded by the music video of "Wild About It". The first official single issued on 28 September 2009, was "Want", a song written by Natalie Imbruglia, Daniel Johns (credited Kat Kourtney), Gary Clark and Chris Martin. The next single "Scars" was sent to radio in the UK on 22 March 2010; however, due to any support from radio networks, the single release was cancelled.
Appearances on other albums:
"Troubled by the Way We Came Together" on Go! O.S.T. (1999)
"Never Tear Us Apart" with Tom Jones on Reload (1999)
"Identify" on Stigmata O.S.T (1999)
"Cold Air" on Y Tu Mama Tambien (And Your Mother Too) O.S.T. (2001)
"Wrong Impression" (Radio Remix) on Mr. Deed O.S.T. (2002)
"Pineapple Head" on She Will Have Her Way (2005)
"All The Magic" on Winx Club O.S.T. (2007)
Wild About It
Natalie Imbruglia Lyrics
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Like new boots that I have on
A blue sky
Like a stranger that’s walking by
Catching your eye
Could you set me free
Make a move on me
Is it someone getting to ya
I’m wild about it
I’m wild about it
(She’s wild about it)
I’m wild about it
I’m wild about it
(She’s wild about it)
Oh-ah
Like a bomb
Like fireworks to carry on
I wanna play
I wanna let the circus to take me away
So what do you say
Could you set me free
Make a move on me
Cos someone’s getting to ya
Is it someone getting to ya
I’m wild about it
I’m wild about it
(She’s wild about it)
I’m wild about it
I’m wild about it
(She’s wild about it)
Come on and just show me
Take it away
Take me away
In "Wild About It," Natalie Imbruglia compares the excitement of a new romance to the thrill of experiencing something new, like a new pair of boots or a beautiful blue sky. She longs to be set free and caught up in the intense rush of emotions that come with falling in love. The lyrics suggest that someone else may be vying for the attention of the person Imbruglia is interested in, and she asks them to make a move on her if they're truly feeling the same way she is.
The chorus repeats Imbruglia's declaration that she's "wild about it," driving home the idea that she's absolutely head over heels in love and willing to take risks to be with the person she desires. The song is infused with a sense of urgency and passion, as Imbruglia rhapsodizes about the intoxicating highs of falling in love and the freedom that comes with letting oneself be carried away on the tide of emotion.
Line by Line Meaning
Like a song
Something that brings joy and harmony to one's heart, like the melody of a song
Like new boots that I have on
Something new and exciting, like a freshly bought item, that is imbued with a sense of anticipation
A blue sky
A clear and unobstructed view of what's above, which signifies freedom and hope
Like a stranger that’s walking by
A sudden and unexpected encounter with someone unknown, which could lead to a thrilling and mysterious experience
Catching your eye
Drawing one's attention, either by an object or a person, and creating a sense of curiosity and intrigue
Could you set me free
Asking for release from something shackling, either a physical or emotional chain, to experience a sense of liberation
Make a move on me
Asking for an action or gesture of interest from someone, to create a sense of attraction and connection
Cos someone’s getting to ya
Feeling jealous or insecure, thinking that someone else might capture the person's attention and affection
Is it someone getting to ya
Repeating the question about whether there is a rival or competition for someone's affection or attention
I’m wild about it
Expressing the excitement and enthusiasm for something or someone that is driving one's emotions and actions
Like a bomb
Something explosive and intense, like a bomb, that creates a sense of danger and excitement
Like fireworks to carry on
Something that is full of vitality and energy, like a fireworks display, that sparks joy and merriment
I wanna play
Expressing the desire to have fun and enjoy life, regardless of rules or expectations
I wanna let the circus to take me away
Using the image of a circus to represent the escape from mundane and ordinary life, and enter a world of wild and thrilling possibilities
So what do you say
Asking for consent or agreement from someone, to join in and embrace the adventure
Come on and just show me
Encouraging someone to demonstrate their interest and affection, rather than just saying it
Take it away
Allowing someone or something to take control, and lead one's life into a new and exciting direction
Take me away
Longing to be liberated from the constraints of daily life, and be taken on a wild and uncharted adventure
Contributed by Cameron A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Andrea Tummons
This song never gets old to me. So underrated!
Jesus Lopez
this is my fave natalie song, gorgeous, love love love
Gerardo Gamboa
i love this album she's so underrated
Jesus Lopez
she is sooooooo talented, always amazing, love her
IsobelHeartbeat
Love this! Great song and such a fun video!
Farid Nares
This album is impossible to get, even when it came out... this video reminds me so much of “Come Undone” by Robbie Williams, but in a positive happy way/version. Revisiting her in 2018...
calicomoonchild
Actually, I think it is one of her top 3 best songs of ALL time. Everybody in the video, is genuinely happy & having fun (what good pop music is supposed to make you feel). If you don't get goose bumps running up & down your spine at 2.35 for "why don't you just show me, show me, take me away, take me away" part then I feel sorry for you.
calicomoonchild
@J H Stick to your football and leave music appreciation to music lovers!
der hannoveraner
love this song !
Gera Halliwell
i love it cant wait for the new album to come out