Strong Songs

"Kiss From a Rose" by Seal

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Oct 16, 2019
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INSIGHT

Lush Arrangement Drives The Song

  • Seal's "Kiss From a Rose" blends lush vocal layering with orchestral production to create its timeless appeal.
  • The song's enduring power comes from intricate arranging rather than a single catchy hook.
ANECDOTE

Childhood Memory Linked To The Song

  • Kirk recalls first seeing the music video and associating it with his childhood excitement for Batman Forever.
  • That personal memory helped motivate him to dissect the song years later.
INSIGHT

Recording Is Slightly Sharp Tuned

  • The original recording is tuned about 33 cents sharp, so standard instruments won't match without retuning.
  • That tiny pitch shift changed how the record interacts with live instruments and covers.
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