She is known for the emotional sound of her ballads. Some of her most popular songs include "Angel", "Building a Mystery", "Adia", "Possession", "Fallen", "I Will Remember You", and "World on Fire". Her best-selling album to date is Surfacing, for which she won two Grammy Awards and four Juno Awards.
Her first album Touch was released in September 28, 1988, recorded in 1987-1988, Vancouver, Canada. The album received both critical and commercial success and included the hit song Vox. During this period she co-operated with Tom Ferris and Dean Russel of Moev, who discovered her as a singer. She contributed backing vocals their 1990 album Head Down and embarked on her first national concert tour as an opening act for The Grapes Of Wrath, another Tom Ferris's band.
Her second album Solace (1991) was a real breakthrough in Canada, spawning the hit singles The Path of Thorns (Terms) and Into the Fire and being certified double platinum for sales of 200,000 copies in Canada.
In 1994 her third album Fumbling Towards Ecstasy quietly became Sarah's international breakthrough, scaling the charts in a number of countries. In the United States, the album was a steady seller that stayed in the middle ranges of the pop charts for almost two years.
Sarah's fourth album Surfacing, released in 1997, brought her international success, selling over 11 million copies worldwide. Still in the spotlight from the album, Sarah launched the highly popular Lilith Fair tour, which helped launch the careers of several well-known female artists.
Her next record Afterglow came out in 2003; it contained the singles Fallen, Stupid, and World On Fire. It was her first album of new material in six years. Sarah took a few years furlough to start a family with her husband and drummer, Ashwin Sood.
Her Holiday album Wintersong came out in October 2006. The album consists of eleven new recordings of well known Christmas songs as well as seasonal favorites interpreted by Sarah. The title track Wintersong is an original work of Sarah.
McLachlan's first studio album of original material in seven years, Laws of Illusion, was released on June 15, 2010. It features 10 new songs in addition to the previously released tracks "U Want Me 2" and "Don't Give Up on Us. The first single Loving You Is Easy was released on April 23, 2010. It was followed by Forgiveness, released on June 30, 2010.
World On Fire__Junkie XL Remix
Sarah McLachlan Lyrics
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You're not alone in this story's pages
The night has fallen amongst the living and the dying
And I try to hold it in
Yeah I try to hold it in
World's on fire
It's more than I can handle
I try to pull my share
Try to bring more
More than I can handle
Bring it to the table
Bring what I am able
I watch the heavens, but I find no calling
Something I can do to change what's coming
Stay close to me while the sky is falling
Don't wanna be left alone (don't wanna be alone)
The world's on fire
It's more than I can handle
Dive into the water, try to pull my share
Try to bring more
More than I can handle
Bring it to the table
Bring what I am able
Hearts break, hearts mend
Love still hurts
Visions clash, planes crash
Still there's talk of
Saving souls, still the cold
Is closing in on us
We part the veil on our killer's son
Stray from the straight line on this short run
The more we take, the less we become
A fortunate one that means less for some
World's on fire
It's more than I can handle
Dive into the water, try to pull my share
Try to bring more
More than I can handle
Bring it to the table
Bring what I am able
The world's on fire
It's more than I can handle
Dive into the water, try to pull my share
Try to bring more
More than I can handle
Bring it to the table
Bring what I am able
The lyrics of "World On Fire" seem to be about the overwhelming chaos that surrounds us in these dark times. The first few lines suggest that everyone is struggling to keep it together, but at the same time, they're not alone. The world is falling apart, and it's too much for any one person to handle. The singer looks to the heavens for guidance but finds none, so they try to do what they can to make a difference, even though it feels futile.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that the world is on fire, and it's too much for the singer to handle alone. They try to do their part, but it's clear they know it's not enough. The verse about hearts breaking and mending seems to be a commentary on the cycle of emotions that occur in the midst of tragedy. Love is painful, and sometimes there's no way to avoid that pain. The lines about planes crashing and souls being saved suggest that people are searching for meaning in the midst of chaos, but it's not always clear if there's a purpose to what's happening.
The final verse is the most cryptic, with lines about parting the veil on the killer's son, straying from the straight line, and taking more and becoming less. The implication seems to be that humanity is struggling to make sense of the senseless, that there's no way to find the right path in a world that's constantly changing. Despite that, the singer still tries to do what they can, to bring what they're able to the table even if it's not enough.
Line by Line Meaning
Hearts are worn in these dark ages
During these trying times, people are feeling emotional distress and heartache.
You're not alone in this story's pages
There are others going through similar struggles and experiences.
The night has fallen amongst the living and the dying
Death and despair surround us, and it's hard to find hope in the darkness.
And I try to hold it in
I attempt to keep my emotions bottled up, despite the overwhelming turmoil.
World's on fire
The world is going through a time of chaos and destruction.
It's more than I can handle
It's overwhelming and difficult for me to deal with on my own.
Dive into the water
Seek refuge in something that brings peace and solace, like nature or spirituality.
I try to pull my share
I do my part to contribute and help those in need.
Try to bring more
I aim to do even more than what I'm currently able to do.
Bring it to the table
Offer up what I have to give in any way that I can.
Bring what I am able
Contribute what I can, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant.
I watch the heavens, but I find no calling
I search for guidance and purpose, but nothing seems to inspire or motivate me.
Something I can do to change what's coming
I feel powerless to make a positive impact on the impending events.
Stay close to me while the sky is falling
I desire the comfort and support of loved ones during this tumultuous time.
Don't wanna be left alone (don't wanna be alone)
The idea of facing this hardship and devastation on my own is terrifying and unbearable.
Hearts break, hearts mend
Love can be both beautiful and painful, and it can heal as well as harm.
Love still hurts
Even though love can bring joy and happiness, it can also cause pain and heartache.
Visions clash, planes crash
Ideologies and beliefs are in conflict, and violence and destruction follow.
Still there's talk of
Despite the chaos and loss, people are still discussing ways to make things better.
Saving souls, still the cold
People are trying to help others in need, but the harsh reality of the situation remains.
Is closing in on us
The negative aspects of the situation are becoming more prominent and stifling.
We part the veil on our killer's son
We reveal the truth behind who's responsible for the pain and devastation that's been inflicted.
Stray from the straight line on this short run
We deviate from the expected path in order to find solutions and navigate through the chaos.
The more we take, the less we become
The more we consume and accumulate, the less fulfilled and content we feel.
A fortunate one that means less for some
The fortunate ones often benefit at the expense of those who are less privileged.
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Jon Hunter
My absolute fave Imbruglia track!!! This remix is outstanding!
Toshirozawa
Wow, how did I miss this track from Junkie?!?!...... world class remixing right there....
Jon Hunter
I love this track!!! Such a cool mix!! Banging!!
Jesus Lopez
@M Psaro yes
M Psaro
Toshirozawa IKR?!