Sarah McLachlan - Adia

[@johnyricco1220]

Back in the 90s we didn't realize how good the music was. Everyone was comparing our songs to the 60s and 70s. It really was the decade when we should have lived in the moment more.

[@Vinnyjenna]

It was a different dimension, we are on the other side now. It all ended on 2000

[@Jadedrun]

I appreciated what was right in front of me. I knew that I was in a special time, a time that could produce timeless art. The Humpty Dance, Lump, and Blue dab a dee dab a da. . . . It was special. The beatle would have quit if they were still together . . . seriously though I loved the 90s music.

[@thinkaboutit9891]

Its ok im still living it lol

[@bettyfrank6666]

True that brother

[@gareginasatryan6761]

Johny Ricco easy. Being trendy with normies is like cyanide to art critics. the only band that elitists respected while it was contemporary is Meshugah.

[@AwakeA]

Adia was my little sister's and my favorite song to sing together in my old 77' Camaro. She was murdered by her boyfriend in 1999. She was 20 and a single mother. This song still speaks down to my soul and depicts what I'd say to her. She died a addict. Please tell your family how much they mean to you every chance you get bc you never know when you'll be left with a song.

[@kittenwu8527]

Bleed her heart..I'm so sorry DV is the worst pain...no one listens until it's too late.

[@tawnteens]

Awake A I’m so sorry you lost your sister. I can’t imagine the pain you felt, knowing she was murdered. I hope you know she’s always a heartbeat away ❤️ your angel

[@ahnrho]

Damn.

[@SL-jg2zr]

that's heartbreaking, all the best for you. Thanks for your advice, you are so right...

[@lornapresant9238]

I am so sorry for your loss...Bless You......................

[@CCSR55]

You never realize how much you hate yourself til you hear this song. It's almost like a hug letting you know it's ok to make mistakes.

[@adamopecanha]

show de bola man

[@Storm88000]

That’s all music is The only thing besides a sneeze or a sunset That rises above the mundane And… hugs you

[@ALM2]

agreed Bro

[@BlisssfooulPG]

This song does have a hug affect🤗🤗 and YES it matter🤛

[@extofer]

There’s a sadness to this this song. About reclaiming yourself. Forgiving yourself, but the sadness that others may not. I love this song.

[@bridgetm4711]

Very incisive.

[@danicaliforniaman]

I really like this description of the meaning.

[@lisam1319]

This is absolutely my take on this song as well. Never seen anyone describe it the same as I do.

[@NazriB]

Lies again? Draw Superheroes

[@mitchellbrown2706]

You mean like people that have commited suicide ??

[@Yankees_1996]

There were 1990s women singers that just had the most beautiful voices and songs. Jewel, Joan Osborne, Sarah Maclachlan, Natalie Imbruglia. This voice, music, and lyrics are brilliant.

[@levibondjr4650]

Well said.

[@laurarominger2073]

Totally agree. Indigo Girls, Paula Cole, Patty Griffin, Natalie Merchant… so many

[@Bearie155]

@@laurarominger2073 ew

[@laurarominger2073]

@@Bearie155 why ew?

[@tonythescientist2009]

Alanis Morissette

[@katiekast8480]

Sara McLachlan has one of the most unique and recognizable voices. Her talent as a songwriter and performer is unparalleled. A Canadian National treasure !!

[@maryarkley9388]

Absolutely love this song. Always played this on repeat back in the 90s. Came across the song again today and thought how good is this song.

[@NazriB]

Lies again? DS Adia

[@SarahJames-gv2td]

She's absolutely amazing. One of the best voices...ever.

[@tylersims6937]

Hey yea! That's right, I'd forgot, she Canaynay!

[@tylersims6937]

Her, Grimes, aaaaand Godspeed You! Black Emperor... Loads more.

[@nanobot81]

I'm 37 and a grown as man. I still listen to Sarah always will

[@alexelijah1982]

I'll be 37 in August and I still listen to her. I had the biggest crush on her my sophomore year of high school.

[@populigaudeamus6299]

I'm 36 bruh and I still love this chic.

[@beaulong3876]

No shame, this song is a masterpiece

[@deansolistino]

Do you cry to her music too??

[@thetruth2509]

Why would this be a revelation? Her music is for thinking adults.

[@marshroanoke]

This song sounds like a person reaching out to someone they love and consoling them that the mistakes they made don't define them and they can still claim the "innocence" of childhood. They're not damaged goods.

[@Vais-b4i]

I believe its a song for her friend who she stole her husband from

[@moisesjrtorres1723]

Wrong

[@HashimAziz1]

Nah it's more like the singer telling the friend whose husband she stole that the singer is not really at fault and but actually completely innocent. Might sound like a wholesome song but it definitely isn't lmao

[@britegrl03]

At the Sarah McLachlan concert I went to in June Sarah said that she fell in love with her friends ex-boyfriend, not husband.Her friend obviously felt betrayed and hurt and didn't talk to Sarah for a few years. Sarah went on to state she and the friend made up and have helped each other raise their kids together. Both Sarah and the friend have since divorced their respective ex spouses. They remain friends.

[@shawnleprechaun482]

I still cry every time I hear the song, even after all these years. I think it's time that all of us begin to know, not just believe, that we are still innocent. 💚🌍🌎💚🌏

[@TheAlannaCarter]

💞

[@erwinrommel1963]

This song made me cry even in happy times. Imagine my reaction when I ran across it this morning when life is very difficult.

[@acidiccatwithapassion]

I am named after this. quite happy of it

[@MetalMama-Mimi523]

Beautiful song, sad story for why she wrote it. I had a while other interpretation of it until I went to this benefit concert where she told the meaning behind her songs and then in was really sad.

[@luarmand]

Beautiful name 💫

[@markdabney9080]

I was Today Year's Old when I first heard this song......and I'm almost 60. My God, this is beyond incredible, this is epic, which begs the question: How the hell did this lady, her music, and this instant favorite of mine, slip by my ears? Glad to have found her now, no question there. She is just insanely talented all around, but her voice is just angelic.

[@slacktoryrecords4193]

Did you not ever hear a radio playing in the mid to late 90s or early 00s? She was pretty much inescapable. I agree this is a great song.

[@TheHappys]

There no one here to finger there’s no one here to blame

[@Thecandyquinn]

I hate when you find a song YEARS after you could've really used it

[@wotaj]

Do yourself a favor and get her album that preceded this one, 'Fumbling Towards Ecstacy'.

[@BrendaMenny]

We are all innocent

[@marbleblue5127]

How is it 30 years later I still get choked up when she said we are born innocent just like the first time I heard it?

[@slacktoryrecords4193]

Not quite 30… 25. Getting there, though.

[@SteveMicAndTheHoldTights]

No one in pop writes songs like this today with such beautiful harmonic complexity. Sure there are catchy songs, but they all sound the same! Sarah your body of work is a masterclass in songwriting. Not to mention your amazing ability to grab people deep in their souls when you perform. There will never be anyone else like you.

[@slacktoryrecords4193]

My thoughts exactly (about this song at least). Too well done to be popular in this day and age the way it was in the late 90s

[@chriskenney1884]

They do but its not popular and heard on the radio a lot. You gotta dig for your own music.

[@zzzcocopepe]

Don't listen to the radio. That's why you can't find good music anymore. Cuz you're probably listening to the radio.

[@zzzcocopepe]

Rises the Moon by ilana Flores, anyting by Pogo, or the bird and the Bee, come on feel the illinoise by Sufjan Stevens, FKA twigs Some really good artists that you probably like if you like this song

[@timothyunis9018]

Still don’t 2 years later

[@tarerio]

Adia, I do believe I failed you Adia, I know I've let you down Don't you know I tried so hard To love you in my way It's easy, let it go Adia, I'm empty since you left me Trying to find a way to carry on I search myself and everyone To see where we went wrong There's no one left to finger There's no one here to blame There's no one left to talk to, honey And there ain't no one to buy our innocence 'Cause we are born innocent Believe me, Adia, we are still innocent It's easy, we all falter Does it matter? Adia, I thought that we could make it I know I can't change the way you feel I leave you with your misery A friend who won't betray I pull you from your tower I take away your pain And show you all the beauty you possess If you'd only let yourself believe That we are born innocent Believe me, Adia, we are still innocent It's easy, we all falter Does it matter? 'Cause we are born innocent Believe me, Adia, we are still innocent It's easy, we all falter Does it matter? Believe me, Adia, we are still innocent 'Cause we are born innocent Believe me, Adia, we are still innocent It's easy, we all falter But, does it matter?

[@elizabethjaneretamales952]

Thanks ❤

[@MichaelErnest666]

WTH Is Happening 😲😭🤣

[@flaviaviola7672]

But "misery" means "piedade".

[@vincentmartinez8241]

Sarah And Jewel are two of the best female artists of all time! I would dare say that a million times. Both have unique voices and styles!

[@k.h.4757]

I don’t think Jewel understands what suffering is in the way that Sarah does and it comes through in Sarah’s music. Sarah writes music that is way more relatable to people because she has suffered. I hate Jewels annoying song “In the end kindness only matters”…. People are almost never ever kind. With that being said I like Selena’s Kill em with kindness song so I guess I just don’t like jewel

[@vincentmartinez8241]

@@k.h.4757 Unfortunately your gravely mistaken about Jewel. You see she actually understands American cultural society. Just listen to her classic song "Who will save your soul?" And than come back and tell she has no understanding of people. She sang about the Woke World and many elements about people's addictions and need for Social media! Jewel is brilliant just like her contemporary Sarah Mclachlan and even Sherly Crow to an extent!

[@mitchellbrown2706]

@@k.h.4757 that’s cool 😎 jewel don’t like you either and jewel led a very troubled life including poverty so Apparently you don’t know shit about her !!

[@k.h.4757]

@@mitchellbrown2706 Just because she has experienced poverty does not mean she understands what its like to suffer. Also poverty can mean many different things so I'm not sure what you are meaning... Was she homeless or something? Or did she grow up in a household where needing more money was the constant focus. I never said I knew shit about her I was just giving my opinion based off what I know. I don't like that she talks about religion so that is probably why I 'm not a fan

[@cilladaslayer7756]

Poverty is not just environmental ... sometimes it’s just the mentality in your environment... you grow to be defensive... sometimes for no reason at all! I love both singers dearly and I’m from the so called “hood” ... I was shamed for playing their music ... but, never let that stop me! Religion causes separation in my opinion ... I do respect everyone’s beliefs though ... no matter what! The both of you have valid interpretations... spread love! ❤️

[@timothyhalldorsson5476]

This means so much now... Dealing with a family member that has a horrible drug problem. If your listening... Pray please!

[@marietoe3983]

i will pray for you

[@nessad073]

Praying

[@FOASIS]

Let them do drugs…life is short

[@josephgarcia2870]

She has such a beautiful voice...like a angel

[@arrowcrusher]

1:08. If only everyone could understand this we wouldn't be so critical of each other

[@funeats8201]

We should all be critical of the power structure that is actively destroying this country, funding hideous wars in foreign country but neglecting Americans in crisis.

[@FOASIS]

@@funeats8201 have fun supporting Russia 😂

[@adiaward-butters5654]

I’m soooo lucky to be named after such a beautiful song ❤️

[@israelaleman2024]

My daughter also...❤

[@im-a-sssnake]

Wow

[@taniat.16]

You really are.❤💌

[@NaNa-kj2gw]

Weeeiiiird

[@my2cents230]

You sure are my dear 💜

[@eldiablo2044]

One of the best singers ive ever heard 36 years walking this earth. Absolutely beautiful as well. Ive never seen or heard words come out of a mouth so beautifully

[@ceciayala1703]

My favorite song-hands down. I'm 37 now, and was in my late teens when this song came out. Right during the best years of music! This song still does to me what it did to me back when it first hit. It never grows old to me. Thank you Sarah!

[@hi_its_dawn]

I've always said that 1996 and 1997 were the best two years of music in human history. I still primarily listen to songs from the 90s.

[@johnmcgowan7660]

I feel the same way when I hear "I Will Remember You."

[@maureenthomas9758]

@@johnmcgowan7660 late 90s was a great time for music being a teenager was great then

[@fakereality96]

How music went from this to pop princesses and boy bands eludes me to this day.

[@grahamrichardson4532]

Sarah McLachlan. A brilliant songwriter, and a voice to die for. One of my all-time favourite female artists. ❤️

[@dennisk5180]

Great to hear that people are still listening to this beautiful music

[@brookegoslin]

Stunning gives me chills when she say “ We Are Born Innocent … in that angelic voice . Just purely beautiful .

[@lambda494]

This may be the perfect ballad. The chord structure so gently builds up to that diminished chord ("It's *easy* ") that I get chills each time she does it.

[@slacktoryrecords4193]

I thought that was just a dominant 7th chord. There’s so much harmonic complexity happening in this song, it’s hard to know what’s what!

[@mattgraves490]

Sara has a beautiful voice.

[@VivianSwim-e2x]

She sure does.

[@siobhanomalley1968]

Ohhh, I'd forgotten about this song. It was on the radio when i was just a kid dealing with abuse trauma, it meant so much to hear these words then. And to be reminded of it now in my 40s after spending my adulthood reclaiming my childhood, griwing as a person, and trying to learn self-love and self-respect, I understand better now the comfort the words gave me.

[@Nikkirael]

I loved this song so much I named my daughter after this song

[@lynneperkins494]

It's a lovely name..elegant, but not pompous. Bet she'll turn out to be a wonderful adult! ;-)

[@ანნანნასვანიძე]

Nikki Rael

[@brandonmiller3207]

Nikki Rael I wanted to too! But, I had 2 boys.

[@sunshine2041]

hahaha..loved your comment.

[@paulawilliamson637]

Very cool name.

[@JacobFortnerisZeroCool]

This brings me back to being a child, being 8 years old and hearing my Mom singing this song in the car with me in the back. I can't help but tear up thinking about it because it was such a good time in my life and this year has been so fucking horrible. It hurts me so badly to know people are suffering around the world because of this virus. I genuinely hope that whoever reads this is doing okay or if you aren't it gets better soon. Please take care of yourselves.

[@sandiwood9104]

Thank you!!!! 🥰🤗

[@lessmorley2091]

People arent sufferimg a virus-they're suffering for voting pedo/parasites high on adrenochrome into office as they're leaders..when u vote for the worst examples of human excrement an entrust them with your best interests while turning ur back on the Lord God,it's a bit insane 2 think sumthing positive to result from such...idiots..

[@JacobFortnerisZeroCool]

@@lessmorley2091 Wait huh?

[@Bodycountunknown]

Bruh! Same!

[@lyn6216]

I love the gentleness in your soul

[@tmalone2530]

The 90’s was the last decade with truth good music.

[@theresaloos1485]

I think of my son every time I hear this song. He became an addict and lives in prison. When she sings Aidia I do believe I failed you, it cuts deep into my soul.

[@krsball]

💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@Kungpaoshizzi]

I hope you visit him regularly. Not all children were that lucky.

[@theresaloos1485]

@@Kungpaoshizzi I am disabled and they have him 4 hours from where we live. So, I don't get to see him often. I send him letters at least 5 times a week and $ every month.

[@Kungpaoshizzi]

@@theresaloos1485 Treasure what you can, though not ideal.

[@j.mclachlan4802]

Theresa Loos. xox

[@christopherfryda]

"98 senior in high school, I had my alarm clock set to play the local radio station, One morning I awake to this playing, after class that day I went and got the cd

[@laurarominger2073]

Amazing how music brings us such specific memories ❤

[@ryanwigglesworth9952]

Great story

[@57highland]

My God, what a lovely voice ...

[@mj28inpa]

I don’t know how many times I cried to this album….. The whole album is amazing…

[@candycane6385]

Since I was a kid my mom said this was her song to me. And she passed away today at only 56 years old. I can’t stop crying 😭

[@AshleyUnderwood-hj8th]

You will never get over the loss of your mother. ❤❤❤. Time fades away memories and pain. Though .

[@Sunstar2308]

So sorry to hear this. She will be with you ❤ 💕

[@candycane6385]

@@AshleyUnderwood-hj8th thank you so much

[@candycane6385]

Ty so much 🙏

[@duffy5079]

I'm sorry to hear of your loss but she is with you in your prayers and you will see her again some day just have faith. I lost my dad at 17. That was 14 years ago and I lost my mom nearly four years ago now. I know it hurts. God can heal your pain though. I know it's hard to believe. I didn't want to accept things the way they were but God can grant you serenity. That's all I can say about that. But take care of yourself. It takes a long time to heal but someday you will understand ❤

[@bridgetm4711]

What a voice she has. It's a beautiful song. If you've had a complicated (possibly) tortured soul in your life, this song seems to coagulate your guilt, sadness, and despair that that person couldn't be helped, despite your best efforts, but to survive, you have to work on forgiving yourself.

[@diannemccleary2864]

I love this song

[@richardjohnson7638]

This showcases the harrowing vulnerability and the courage it takes to love and be loved - then comes the disappointment and here we go again. Is it better to have loved and lost than to never have loved?

[@bridgetm4711]

@@richardjohnson7638 So true Richard.

[@veras1228]

❤

[@queentulip]

This is absolutely why I love listening to this song while writing my own story about friendship and forgiveness. There was a girl who almost killed her friend's sister by accident because she was too distracted while driving which ended her relationship with her friend. She was filled with guilt and her friend couldn't forgive her for what happened to her sister, even though her sister still survived. As the time goes by, she somehow had able to forgive herself even though the accident is still a scar to her, because that accident ended her friendship with her friend. In the end, when her friend's mother got cancer, she wanted to atone for the sin that she had done back then. She wanted to donate her organ to her former friend's mom. Her friend's mom lived, but the girl died.

[@cagarber]

90's nostalgia brought me here

[@akibahmed4251]

well i am hearing this every week so yeah that too

[@franniebanani6532]

Christopher Garber Jan. 2019 lol brought me here

[@vegeta-samahakaishin7714]

Same

[@rista2452]

Christopher Garber being a back passenger in my parents car. Lol yeah

[@joannamarin16]

I cry with the song

[@cristhianbonilla8082]

Just another piece of craft from Sarah, one of the most prolific songwriters of her generation, perhaps the best. I love every single album she has made, even the christmas ones.

[@francinecabrera188]

100% agree and still love it that much in 2022

[@michellefernandez7585]

She is so beautiful! This song is so melancholy for me.

[@clayjacobs7549]

Wow, so many years ago. I spent one day filming as an extra in this video in LA in the late 90's. Sarah was a down to earth, nice person I remember. I probably heard this song 1000 times that day as they just keep playing it over and over, but I didn't get tired of it at all. I was in some good footage that got cut, but still in some background for the final. Fun experience.

[@Radyradrad]

Liar

[@emmahallard1949]

​@@Radyradrad why would someone lie about that?People do have experiences you know

[@reidcrosby6241]

Cool

[@clayjacobs7549]

@@emmahallard1949 Just seeing these comments now. Yeah, Radyradrad must just hide in his basement. I was in a few things for fun when I moved out to LA. Best was Addams Family Reunion where I got a good amount of screen time for an extra. Was a great experience and for years my kids would call out that I'm on TV as AFR was replayed on one of those kids cable channels all the time. Was like 25 then, over 50 now. :(

[@Paultimate7]

I havent heard this song or her sing in a couple decades and the first few words almost made a grown man cry with the flood of memories. I wish I could share them all with you. I wish you could share all yours with me.

[@laurarominger2073]

Hey share them. If you want I can share mine.

[@WolvesandDragonsandFairies]

Crying until my body stops shaking, this song breaks my heart

[@christopher4326]

Hello 👋🏻😃 Beautiful Comment..

[@lystaar4828]

You can tell this is a late-90's song just from the fashion and the cinematography.

[@duncanwcraig9668]

Love the 90s look and vibe

[@thetruth2509]

And the writing capability of the artists.

[@JFB513]

Miss the 90s. Best era for movies and all genres of music. Never will be the same and it’s sad to think that. Because that’s when music was music

[@ahnrho]

Yes.

[@charleydowney5011]

What an insightful observation. Where did you get your PhD?

[@CleoCat75]

ack, why does she have to be so freakin' gorgeous and angelic with that voice?! Leaves me in tears every time. I went hiking tonight in Jacksonville Oregon and heard music and asked someone what was going on. It was a Sarah McLachlan concert at Britt!!! So I hung out in Britt Gardens for a bit listening, it was amazing! :)

[@RokeRokeBPS]

Use me as a here in 2024 button , im sitting in the middle of my bed crying my eyes out singing loud , one of my favorite songs ever 🫶🏾💙😭🥹

[@Utmostnicole]

I don't know what you're going through but know that you matter and are loved. 😢

[@jacoblazarin9426]

She's so beautiful so are you

[@JoDavis-e7f]

A beautiful song that Adia means two. Very empowering if your spiritual.

[@Ultradude604]

If you're in your 30's or 40's. This is our jam.

[@jillmoratto]

And 50s too

[@NickManJams]

This song was released the year in which my entire life was turning upside down. I’ve had nearly everything taken from me since then; my family, my friends; my life (4 times). This used to be one of my favorite songs. I’m turning 30 very soon and all the pain I’ve experienced has disabled my ability to grieve appropriately. Hearing this again for the first time in so long has me crying deeply for the first time in so very, very long. I’m so thankful for this masterpiece of music. It’s euphoric to cry again.

[@shannanteegarden1496]

Master piece and the lady singing if she was in control and her in emotion thinks she is nothing but a perfect mom in coper and motion 2001 parts and our cause and the ass strokes knots and tree of life dont ue cry tonight three emotions and positive minds know the def urn cents

[@blankslate6590]

@@shannanteegarden1496 get help

[@MarceloSilva-ed1wd]

Belíssima

[@emmahallard1949]

Bless u..that is so healthy..I'm so glad you can release.theres a lot of us out there and it's really brave and astute that you could see this about yourself.bless u and keep on rising ❤

[@cocobrowny]

@@blankslate6590 this comment made me bust up 😂

[@craigrussell7542]

Sarah is such a great singer. As they came out, we've bought every one of her CDs!

[@yhp99]

How could this lady make so many remarkable songs in such a short period of time and then disappear just as quickly. Memories of high school, college, friends of youth, and the uncertainty of life filled with hope, this song captures it.

[@nolimit6377]

The radio stopped playing women. That's what happened.

[@QuixoticUkulele]

I love this song just as much now as I did then. So beautiful.

[@jackschleich9475]

The older you get, the more you understand and appreciate. I almost feel like a different person l listening to this, certainly I appreciate this music a lot more now and other songs from the era.

[@lifer7774]

Hellyeah Jack ♥️🤘🏻

[@thenewapelles6448]

Whenever I hear Sarah McLachlan, I can begin to understand why the Greek sailors used to shipwreck listening to the voices of the sirens...

[@alexisgacey8935]

Awesome name. Right before I read this I just thought, I’d totally make this one of my daughter’s names.

[@monkeyboy1971]

Sarah is a beautiful woman, with a beautiful voice, and this is an incredible song...but let's not forget to remember the director of this video, for the amazing cinematography and editing, which perfectly captured the essence of the song and performance. Superb all the way around.

[@zzzcocopepe]

I love that this song is about friendship. I believe it's a truer love than romance

[@tonijanelle4400]

My mom used to play this song all the time when I was little. Still very beautiful and emotional :')

[@deanroddey2881]

Another of those seminal 90s albums that ultimately got a bit overshadowed, because the 90s were just a fertile and amazing time for music.

[@nataliehunt5551]

You are SO RIGHT

[@magiccitymama1620]

So much good music in that decade!

[@wolfmare4239]

every decade from 60-90 is fertile and amazing for music

[@slacktoryrecords4193]

Oh my. This album was absolutely huge, a multi platinum seller in the pre-digital/download/streaming era. The singles were inescapable on the radio for years. Overshadowed is not a word I’d ever use to characterize its run. Edited to add: EIGHT TIMES PLATINUM.

[@deanroddey2881]

​@@slacktoryrecords4193 I meant more in retrospect. There were so many great artists that were really big but there's only so much room in the way back machine, and they can tend to fall down the memory hole and just aren't referenced as much relative to other bands that were may no more widely appreciated at the time. I think of folks like Collective Soul, Natalie Imbruglia, Natalie Merchant, Blues Traveler, Blind Melon, etc... Sometimes, if younger folks are aware of them at all, it might be more from a meme than from knowing their actual work. There are lots of videos of younger folks reacting to songs from past decades, and some huge artists from that time often seem highly under-represented. Even folks like Smashing Pumpkins or Alanis Morrisette seem to be highly under-known these days relative to their size at the time. Maybe I'm being selective in my sampling, I dunno.

[@johnnymz]

Not many songs make me emotional but every time I listen to this one it does. Can’t really explain why. It’s a beautiful song and her voice is so soothing.

[@michaelraffaele7594]

I know a lot of people who rip on Sarah and give people crap for liking her, but she really has written some great songs and this is her masterpiece. gorgeous song.

[@slacktoryrecords4193]

Yeah this is definitely her best of all the songs of hers I’ve heard (and I heard *all* the singles a thousand times when they were current back then)

[@Truth-4-Humanity]

Pull you from your tower Take away your pain And show you all the beauty you possess If you'd only let yourself believe That we are born innocent Believe me, Adia, we are still innocent It's easy, we all falter Does it matter? 'Cause we are born innocent Believe me, Adia, we are still innocent

[@Spaceflightlover2010]

She has the most feminine beautiful voice I ever heard. I remember buying this album after my wife left me back in 2000 and her energy kept me from going nuts during that time.

[@daphnededrick1674]

I wish she would release more music like this. Great singing voice, so pure.

[@48herons25]

yeah, more people on depression meds too. I wonder if she got any kickbacks? Beautiful voice. Beautiful woman. just depressing though. unfortunate.

[@daphnededrick1674]

+88 land Please forgive me, but what are you talking about? What is unfortunate? Did I miss something?

[@daphnededrick1674]

+88 land I was concerned with your first comment about depression. Then you said unfortunate. I worried something had happened to her. I googled her name and she was fine. But no, I don't find this song depressing. I have loved this song since it first came out.

[@daphnededrick1674]

+88 land I will check out the song you recommended. Silence. You didn't offend me and I don't think you are brash. Everyone's opinion of how they perceive music is what makes people interesting. How boring would life be if everybody never voiced their opinion on music, one of the greatest gifts to mankind? I know Jesus, since I was a young girl. Haven't heard of the other gentleman you mentioned. Would love to know more.

[@kkalbrecht1]

LOVE LOVE LOVE Sara and would often get some walking in the woods listening to her. I'd come back sort of depressed for SURE! GORGEOUSLY beautiful and DEEP music but for sure depressing! Listen to the words of so many of her songs. That's not a knock...music is about touching people and she is an incredible artist.

[@leonardohenriquez7814]

Been looking for this song for years since I grew up listening to it on the radio as a kid. Didn’t remember the lyrics but finally found it today! Gotta say this song is beautiful! It just makes me feel like everything is going to be okay no matter how bad things are at the moment. If you are reading this and are going through something, keep your head up! You’ll weather this storm! It can’t rain all the time.

[@adamsmith1306]

Holy hell....even after hearing this after numerous times over the years, it still has the same impact on me and my emotions

[@Jr-cc2kb]

I remember being in high school (class of 2005) and hearing this song. Definitely takes me back. Good music doesn't die.

[@edwinromandotcom]

I love the theme of this video of feeling lonely in a crowded place...

[@pgnfz]

Yu Yu hakusho opening

[@stonedsoulpicnic]

@@sharebear287 i feel u....

[@cocowavs]

This brings me back to 1998 when I was fourteen and I was obsessed with Sarah McLachlan's music. She also kind of resembles my aunt. I used to play this song on repeat all the time, and the combination of her and Winona Ryder gave me the idea to have a short pixie haircut, and every time I grew my hair out, I wanted it back to a pixie again LOL (which I'm still sporting to this day) Love it, I miss the 90's so much!

[@Pinguinomannaro74]

An eternal masterpiece. One of the best songs ever written. Sarah's voice is magical.

[@AbdulAli-ku9he]

thank you Sarah.

[@huyked]

Man, I remember this song. Such a good song.

[@johnreynolds4685]

I remember when this song came out in the 90s. I remember I was so amazed at her depth of voice and emotion. This is a very touching song. I don't know who she is singing about or what happened, but it must have been a very emotional experience.

[@escapegrl1]

John Reynolds she fell in love with her best friends husband. They actually married.

[@dutchcloggie]

@@escapegrl1 And just like that, the song is ruined.

[@jakzine540]

@@escapegrl1 What makes it worse is that ultimately they divorced in September, 2008. It's definitely a rather worthy song of personal, quiet tragedy.

[@Thecandyquinn]

​@@dutchcloggiehow so? It's her way of taking accountability and realizing she was fucked up for it. But the heart wants what it wants and I'm sure the story has more layers. Otherwise she wouldn't of made a song

[@roseproject7874]

Such a beautiful song and that voice! Sarah McChlacan, she was one of the best female singers those days....

[@darinmcnew9240]

just when you start to believe this song is deep it grabs you out of no where and drags you deeper.. it can bee applied to everything.. it is the perfect song..

[@keishawilson2808]

This is a song of self forgiveness....even if it was'ent our fault!!

[@luiscarlosdossantos4780]

nossa keisha vc e linda

[@spookyscaryskeletons5593]

@@samlarossa8905 i don't think we're talking about her affairs. the person was just saying how this song is made to say how we should forgive our past mistakes even if we hurt other people or if it wasn't our fault. Not an excuse but learning how to move forward in life. And if Sarah did do that, it shouldn't be our concern unless she physically hurt someone.

[@davidjohnson1654]

This song is so beautiful; it brings me to tears, especially when Sarah sings "we are still innocent" at the beginning of the chorus and the music plays the diminished chord, it's so beautiful, I don't know if I can fully describe it, but it touches me deep in my soul. Also, Sarah McLachlan is so expressive in this video. She has a beautiful voice. Her body language and facial expressions are so emotive. And she is so naturally beautiful!

[@AmilBaymashkin]

I'm a man, and man, I can weep listening to this song...takes me into the past, bittersweet memories, can't help but to think of those times. That final dominant (7) chord at 3:57 is just so beautiful (for the music enthusiasts, you'll know what I mean). It gives a sense of uncertainty whether Adia has forgiven Sarah for marrying Adia's boyfriend or not. Good songs make you always come back, sometimes years later, but it shows, that they're on your mind.

[@leteziaz]

She's so pretty! I love how she sings. So heart touching ;)

[@feukka1703]

Leteziaz probably the most incredible voice in music. Nowadays you just have insincere over the top garbage.

[@MrJuliesguy]

She's old and nasty now though

[@0truckmafk]

she's always been nasty

[@adamburdeyney1509]

Lol.... TROLL ALERT!!! In this comment thread!!!

[@rodbender6184]

Beautiful, hardworking, very talented and a job that pays well. Lots of work to fall into character and then live the part. Legendary.

[@rkoenig100]

I grew up during the 60s and 70s and I am a rock person to the core, but Sarah McLalachans voice touches my soul. I can't say that about many artists. She just has such a beautiful touching voice.

[@NydiaLopes]

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[@my2cents230]

These lyrics, this song and Sarah hits hard. Thank you. I think everyone at some point of knowledge, wisdom and understanding totally gets this. We all falter.. does it matter???

[@thomasfields7902]

Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. (Isaiah 55:7) Therefore also now, saith the LORD, turn ye even to me with all your heart, and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning: And rend your heart, and not your garments, and turn unto the LORD your God: for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness, and repenteth him of the evil. (Joel 2:12-13)

[@TheTee478]

This song makes me think of my mom. We go through so much dysfunction. At the end of the day she's my mom and I just wanna love her 😫😭😭😞

[@colleenwitherspoon4510]

That's the same for me too. I hope your relationship gets better. ❤

[@manoftheehour7208]

Hey you😍😍

[@elchapi366]

We all falter

[@neccowaif9]

Yes, look for the innocence. Same for me with my daughter.

[@garnetjohnson763]

Tell your mom you love her. Let her know how much you appreciate and love her no matter your differences. Mine died 3 days after my birthday in March. We were estranged and coudnt forgive each other. Don't make the mistake I did. God bless you.

[@priestessofsekhmet555]

Mom I think of you even though we're not close. I miss you but I don't miss the toxic ways you treated me. I try and carry on to be strong for myself and my brother to be the best version of me. Every time I hear Sarah I hear you playing her music in the mornings being the old you that I will always love.

[@isisstardust]

Sarah ❤ I will always love this song. Her lyrics and voice have me since this album.

[@johnmonahan6647]

Love her voice so much, it touches me inside. Beautiful woman as well.

[@badboycheeko]

Sarah McLachlin brought me here .. years ago .. when I was down at my worst .. and still I crawl back , sometimes :(

[@joaomarcosbraga5549]

*McLachlan

[@maisamoire1289]

Tony H sometimes...

[@ambrosiaaurora6710]

💖

[@malachattergoon4857]

Yep me too!!!

[@aliyourbrother1]

Tony H same sad story for me. horrible time in 1997 . beautiful sing to remind me that i was still innocent

[@arnienelson6415]

She's as beautiful as her voice and this song! She's another angel on earth! The world needs to hear this song again!

[@Truthbtold2no]

This song is great in so many ways. It's from the constant hit dropping 90's while it gives a nostalgic feeling of classic 70's ballads like The BeeGees "How Deep Is Your Love" and flows with that 80's wave of pop hits like The Bangles "Eternal Flame". I especially love its steady paced beat and strike of the cymbals throughout parts of the song, topped off with Sara's beautiful voice. This song is flawless!

[@optionout]

I dont know much about the make up of music but I am sure your comment was deep and rich.

[@slacktoryrecords4193]

Eternal Flame, yes. I don’t get How Deep Is Your Love here. The song it reminds me a lot of is Bell-Bottom Blues for the phrasing of the … diminished (?) chords - to me they sound like dominant 7ths… ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@GeorgeLee]

Been listening for years, and now explaining the lyrics to my daughter. Such a beautiful piece of art....... Thanks.

[@jennifersmith5137]

This is such a beautiful song, my daughter and I would sing this. She was killed in 2000 in an car accident. I miss you Nila ❤

[@marietoe3983]

im really sorry i pray for her soul and for her soiul be libreted

[@jennifersmith5137]

Thank you, it's a good memory and this a beautiful song ❤️

[@KristinHall0918]

Your comment brought me to tears. I lost my fiancé 9 months ago. I'm having a night where I am very sad and keep thinking my daughter is the only thing that has pulled me through. I am so so sorry for your loss my love ❤ My mother has also lost two children. She is the strongest person I know. I am praying for you 🙏🙏❤❤

[@jennifersmith5137]

Thank you for the prayers 🙏 Nila is forever in my heart ❤️ and I know Jesus holds her hand now...

[@jennifersmith5137]

​@@KristinHall0918I pray that God heals your heart 🙏and gives you comfort.

[@jmscressey]

Absolutely splendid song she's not only a hell of a songwriter she's one hell of an artist.This awesome classic isn't just one of my favorites this gem is a million seller!! God bless!

[@merveyoneyman7282]

this is timelessly the most beautiful song I've heard

[@waynegagnon474]

this has a religious meaning for me, born innocent. touching song with a beautiful voice

[@timdavis9566]

Another beautiful song by Sara,Love the lyrics she puts out. 😊💞🎶🎶🎶

[@tyrannosaurusburke]

This song is a revelation. It got me through some hard times.

[@spockboy]

Wow, beautiful sounding music with a soulful message. There was so much of that in the 90's. Where did it all go?

[@romefox]

We are born innocent, our intentions start good and sometimes we falter. The words are just too much, underneath all the layers, veils and disguises, our intentions are pure but things do not always turn out the way we want. Such is life.

[@renwickwebster4491]

So true and so deep! Powerful words!

[@Tubetopfan1]

Yes, starting from scratch we are all "innocent". BUT even left to our own devices, we will sometimes (hopefully not too often) choose the selfish path. Our intentions aren't always pure. That's just wishful thinking.

[@nitindayalu8267]

True words

[@John_Malloy]

Romefox -- We are not born innocent. We inherit the sin of our first parents. If anyone is "still" innocent it is only by the grace of God. And this is not "easy." We must strive to enter the narrow gate, as the Gospel teaches. The song is beautiful, but at the same time, ridiculous.

[@Umihime]

@@John_Malloy Not everyone holds that belief...including Sarah.

[@iwransom]

I remember having to hide this cd whenever my friends would come around and put on some Mobb Deep or any No Limit artist.

[@forgottenmemory1832]

Aw willie, *hugs* its ok to be sensitive.

[@ckoishi2000]

I can relate. I had to hide my Pat Benatar stuff and put on some AC/DC back in my day.

[@tia672]

Bwhahahahahaha too funny, but you know what. Real music lovers don't care what genre it is. I'll listen to anything from Mobb Deep and Barry White to David Bowie and George Michael... ;-)

[@caimbus]

LMAO!!! Yep I had Redman and EPMD in my cd case and Sarah McLachlan where no one could openly see it

[@ptrgriffin75]

Same here but after a while i didnt care and then got shit for it...but yeah her voice still gets me

[@BarbosaZezinho]

Sem palavras pra decifra essa música ! É só fecha os olhos e viaja ! Linda d+ !

[@naomibedwell1558]

She's now 14 and this song makes me cry when I think about how my little girl isn't my little girl anymore, but deep inside? I know she still needs me.

[@ermo1919]

Wow...your baby is 18 since you made your comment..my babies are growing up too. 11 and 12...I miss my little kiddos

[@rickd7903]

Had the great pleasure to see this marvel in concert last evening...She sounds better live and she was warm, very funny and engaged the crowd for 2 1/2 hours...think she had a backing band...but my eyes never left her...actually her touring bass player sounds almost as good as she did...the Did a duo on Angel

[@ruthcavell]

I saw her this tour as well. So engaging and not at all self-absorbed. Took my 21 year old daughter........was so awesome sharing Sarah with the next generation.