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Silence

Sarah McLachlan · 1999

21 min · 3 tracks · pop rock · soft rock · adult contemporary music

Ethereal vocals float over pulsating electronic beats, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape that captivates the listener.

Silence is a single by Sarah McLachlan, released in 1999. Ethereal vocals float over pulsating electronic beats, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape that captivates the listener. The remix of 'Silence' became a major hit in the dance music scene, reaching high positions on various club charts and contributing to McLachlan's growing recognition beyond adult contemporary music. Its blend of haunting lyrics and electronic production has since influenced numerous artists and remains a staple in chill-out playlists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Silence sound like?

Ethereal vocals float over pulsating electronic beats, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape that captivates the listener. Rooted in pop rock and soft rock.

What makes Silence by Sarah McLachlan notable?

The remix of 'Silence' became a major hit in the dance music scene, reaching high positions on various club charts and contributing to McLachlan's growing recognition beyond adult contemporary music. Its blend of haunting lyrics and electronic production has since influenced numerous artists and remains a staple in chill-out playlists. In 1999, Sarah McLachlan was transitioning from her early critical acclaim to mainstream success, following her breakthrough album 'Surfacing' released in 1997. 'Silence' represents her foray into electronic music, showcasing her versatility as an artist while also aligning with the burgeoning popularity of ambient and dance genres at the time.

How many songs are on Silence?

Silence has 3 tracks, running approximately 21 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·21:37

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Silence (Niels van Gogh vs. Thomas Gold remix) Standout 7:33
  • 2 Silence (Niels van Gogh vs. Thomas Gold dub mix) Standout 7:03
  • 3 Silence (Niels van Gogh vs. Thomas Gold dub instrumental mix) Standout 7:01

Release Date

June 14, 1999

Artist Origin

Canada

Runtime

21 min 37 sec