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'''"Hypnotized"''' is a song written by [[Bob Welch (musician)|Bob Welch]]. The song featured on [[Fleetwood Mac]]'s [[1973 in music|1973 album]], ''[[Mystery To Me]]''. The track was released on a single as a B-side of "For Your Love", and has been described as "gorgeous and lyrically strong", and referred to as the album's best track.<ref>[http://books.google.com/books?id=1-pH4i3jXvAC&pg=PA413&dq=%22Hypnotized+%28Fleetwood+Mac+song%29%22&hl=en&ei=N0GzTeiZAobpgQei1YjGCw&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=4&ved=0CEEQ6AEwAw#v=onepage&q&f=false ''All music guide to rock: the definitive guide to rock, pop, and soul'', p. 413]</ref> |
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==Background and style== |
==Background and style== |
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The song, as indicated by the title takes the form of a mystical, dreamy reverie. However, unusually given the subject matter, the song features triple time rhythm on the drums by Mick Fleetwood and combines with acoustic guitar and electric keyboards to give a jazzier essence to the song.<ref name="Rooksby (2004)">{{cite book|author=Rooksby, Rikky|url=http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=YR2oy8rhUTcC&pg=PA47&dq=Hypnotized+fleetwood+mac#v=onepage&q=&f=false|title=Fleetwood Mac: The Complete Guide to Their Music|publisher= Omnibus Press|year=2004|pages=47–48|isbn=1844494276 |
The song, as indicated by the title takes the form of a mystical, dreamy reverie. However, unusually given the subject matter, the song features triple time rhythm on the drums by Mick Fleetwood and combines with acoustic guitar and electric keyboards to give a jazzier essence to the song.<ref name="Rooksby (2004)">{{cite book|author=Rooksby, Rikky|url=http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=YR2oy8rhUTcC&pg=PA47&dq=Hypnotized+fleetwood+mac#v=onepage&q=&f=false|title=Fleetwood Mac: The Complete Guide to Their Music|publisher= Omnibus Press|year=2004|pages=47–48|isbn=1844494276}}</ref> Welch draws upon the use of jazz fourth chords in the song playing in a minor key and also features a guitar solo by guitarist [[Bob Weston (guitarist)|Bob Weston]]<ref name="Rooksby (2004)"/> covering many octaves. |
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[[Hypnosis]] and dreaming are specifically referred to in the lyrics, "Cause what matters most is the feeling you get when you're hypnotized.... and it seems like a dream, they got you hypnotized." Welch draws upon references to places such as [[Mexico]] and [[North Carolina]]. According to Welch, the mystical atmosphere of the song was heavily influenced by his residence at the [[Benifold Mansion]] in [[Hampshire]], [[England]], a place he described as "rather spooky and strange even in summertime".<ref name="Rooksby (2004)"/> |
[[Hypnosis]] and dreaming are specifically referred to in the lyrics, "Cause what matters most is the feeling you get when you're hypnotized.... and it seems like a dream, they got you hypnotized." Welch draws upon references to places such as [[Mexico]] and [[North Carolina]]. According to Welch, the mystical atmosphere of the song was heavily influenced by his residence at the [[Benifold Mansion]] in [[Hampshire]], [[England]], a place he described as "rather spooky and strange even in summertime".<ref name="Rooksby (2004)"/> The song has been cited as an example of a tune that establishes a meter that is changed when more instruments are introduced.<ref>[http://books.google.com/books?id=prV4UrZ2df0C&pg=PA166&dq=%22Hypnotized+%28Fleetwood+Mac+song%29%22&hl=en&ei=RkSzTYDBB8HLgQf0kZ3GCw&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=6&ved=0CE8Q6AEwBQ#v=onepage&q&f=false Levitin, Daniel J. ''This is your brain on music: the science of a human obsession'', p. 166. Pengion, 2006]</ref> |
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In 1978 the song was covered by the [[Pointer Sisters]] on their album ''[[Energy (Pointer Sisters album)|Energy]]''.<ref>[http://www.secondhandsongs.com/performance/45478?sort=title Second Hand Songs]</ref> |
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==Reception== |
==Reception== |
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Donald Brackett, in his 2007 book, ''Fleetwood Mac, 40 Years of Creative Chaos '' has discussed the album ''[[Mystery To Me]]'' and the song "Hypnotized" which he describes as "a gentle yet compelling hit for Welch on this record."<ref name="Brackett (2007)">{{cite book|author=Brackett, Donald|url=http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=6VCNZcqay8oC&pg=PA82&dq=Hypnotized+Fleetwood+Mac#v=onepage&q=Hypnotized%20Fleetwood%20Mac&f=false|title=Fleetwood Mac: 40 Years of Creative Chaos|publisher=Greenwood Publishing Group|year= 2007|pages=82|isbn=0275993388 |
Donald Brackett, in his 2007 book, ''Fleetwood Mac, 40 Years of Creative Chaos '' has discussed the album ''[[Mystery To Me]]'' and the song "Hypnotized" which he describes as "a gentle yet compelling hit for Welch on this record."<ref name="Brackett (2007)">{{cite book|author=Brackett, Donald|url=http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=6VCNZcqay8oC&pg=PA82&dq=Hypnotized+Fleetwood+Mac#v=onepage&q=Hypnotized%20Fleetwood%20Mac&f=false|title=Fleetwood Mac: 40 Years of Creative Chaos|publisher=Greenwood Publishing Group|year= 2007|pages=82|isbn=0275993388}}</ref> In discussing Fleetwood Mac's change in direction in 1972 and 1973 he describes their stylistic changes as being better received at concerts in the United States as at the time Americans were more open to them than the British who were still in heavy demand for blues-oriented rock.<ref name="Brackett (2007)"/> Hal Horowitz describes the song as "the highlight of the Mystery to Me album, and undoubtedly one of Bob Welch's most fully realized songs for the band..."<ref>{{cite web|title=Hypnotized|url=http://www.allmusic.com/song/hypnotized-t2599876|publisher=[[Allmusic]]|accessdate=2011-04-26}}</ref> Other commentators have also commented that the track was in keeping with Fleetwood Mac's experimental era during this period and the overall album and heavy influence of Bob Welch before his subsequent departure.{{Citation needed|date=April 2011}} |
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Although the album and single were generally not very well received at a time when blues-rock dominated, and wasn't a major hit, "Hypnotized" did stay in rotation on adult contemporary FM radio for many years afterwards.{{Citation needed|date=April 2011}} |
Although the album and single were generally not very well received at a time when blues-rock dominated, and wasn't a major hit, "Hypnotized" did stay in rotation on adult contemporary FM radio for many years afterwards.{{Citation needed|date=April 2011}} In 1999 Bob Welch received an award from [[ASCAP]] recognizing 25 consecutive years of airplay for his compositions ''Hypnotized'' and ''[[Sentimental Lady]]''.<ref>[http://top40-charts.com/news/Rock/Ex-Fleetwood-Mac-Man-Bob-Welch-Returns-From-30-Year-Vacation/42206.html Ex-Fleetwood Mac Man Bob Welch Returns From 30 Year Vacation, ''top 40-charts dot.com'', August 11, 2008]</ref> |
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==References== |
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* [http://books.google.com/books?id=zIdQ-EJ4TrUC&pg=PA16&dq=Hypnotized+%28Fleetwood+Mac+song%29&hl=en&ei=Ej2zTd6xHMmdgQf6moDHCw&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=2&ved=0CDUQ6AEwATgK#v=onepage&q=Hypnotized%20%28Fleetwood%20Mac%20song%29&f=false ''Hypnotized'' ranked 643rd in the top 1,000 rock songs, Thompson, Dave. ''1000 Songs that Rock Your World''. Krause Publications, 2011] |
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*[http://books.google.com/books?id=1-pH4i3jXvAC&pg=PA413&dq=hypnotized+%22fleetwood+mac%22+%22mystery+to+me%22&hl=en&ei=D2a0Te-PNoSesQO3ttjxCw&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CDAQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=hypnotized%20%22fleetwood%20mac%22%20%22mystery%20to%20me%22&f=false ''All music guide to rock: the definitive guide to rock, pop, and soul'', p. 413] |
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*[http://books.google.com/books?id=pPSPe0DWrioC&pg=PA70&dq=hypnotized+%22fleetwood+mac%22+%22mystery+to+me%22&hl=en&ei=-Wa0TcqwLIyosAOMzIXeCw&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=6&ved=0CEoQ6AEwBQ#v=onepage&q=hypnotized%20%22fleetwood%20mac%22%20%22mystery%20to%20me%22&f=false] |
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"Hypnotized" is a song written by Bob Welch. The song featured on Fleetwood Mac's 1973 album, Mystery To Me. The track was released on a single as a B-side of "For Your Love", and has been described as "gorgeous and lyrically strong", and referred to as the album's best track.[1]
Background and style
The song, as indicated by the title takes the form of a mystical, dreamy reverie. However, unusually given the subject matter, the song features triple time rhythm on the drums by Mick Fleetwood and combines with acoustic guitar and electric keyboards to give a jazzier essence to the song.[2] Welch draws upon the use of jazz fourth chords in the song playing in a minor key and also features a guitar solo by guitarist Bob Weston[2] covering many octaves.
Hypnosis and dreaming are specifically referred to in the lyrics, "Cause what matters most is the feeling you get when you're hypnotized.... and it seems like a dream, they got you hypnotized." Welch draws upon references to places such as Mexico and North Carolina. According to Welch, the mystical atmosphere of the song was heavily influenced by his residence at the Benifold Mansion in Hampshire, England, a place he described as "rather spooky and strange even in summertime".[2] The song has been cited as an example of a tune that establishes a meter that is changed when more instruments are introduced.[3]
In 1978 the song was covered by the Pointer Sisters on their album Energy.[4]
Reception
Donald Brackett, in his 2007 book, Fleetwood Mac, 40 Years of Creative Chaos has discussed the album Mystery To Me and the song "Hypnotized" which he describes as "a gentle yet compelling hit for Welch on this record."[5] In discussing Fleetwood Mac's change in direction in 1972 and 1973 he describes their stylistic changes as being better received at concerts in the United States as at the time Americans were more open to them than the British who were still in heavy demand for blues-oriented rock.[5] Hal Horowitz describes the song as "the highlight of the Mystery to Me album, and undoubtedly one of Bob Welch's most fully realized songs for the band..."[6] Other commentators have also commented that the track was in keeping with Fleetwood Mac's experimental era during this period and the overall album and heavy influence of Bob Welch before his subsequent departure.[citation needed]
Although the album and single were generally not very well received at a time when blues-rock dominated, and wasn't a major hit, "Hypnotized" did stay in rotation on adult contemporary FM radio for many years afterwards.[citation needed] In 1999 Bob Welch received an award from ASCAP recognizing 25 consecutive years of airplay for his compositions Hypnotized and Sentimental Lady.[7]
References
- ^ All music guide to rock: the definitive guide to rock, pop, and soul, p. 413
- ^ a b c Rooksby, Rikky (2004). Fleetwood Mac: The Complete Guide to Their Music. Omnibus Press. pp. 47–48. ISBN 1844494276.
- ^ Levitin, Daniel J. This is your brain on music: the science of a human obsession, p. 166. Pengion, 2006
- ^ Second Hand Songs
- ^ a b Brackett, Donald (2007). Fleetwood Mac: 40 Years of Creative Chaos. Greenwood Publishing Group. p. 82. ISBN 0275993388.
- ^ "Hypnotized". Allmusic. Retrieved 2011-04-26.
- ^ Ex-Fleetwood Mac Man Bob Welch Returns From 30 Year Vacation, top 40-charts dot.com, August 11, 2008