Snow on the Sahara (song)
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"Snow on the Sahara" is a song by Indonesian singer Anggun
from her first international studio album Snow on the Sahara
. It was originally recorded in French with the title "La Neige au Sahara" for the French album Au nom de la lune
. The song was released as Anggun's debut international single in 33 countries. It topped charts in Italy, Spain and several countries in Asia. The English version did less well in France (#16), eclipsed by the French original which was the #1 single of 1997.
The second version features Anggun in an "art room" filled with antique furniture. She was also shot in an ice-blue background, singing the lines of the song. This version receives less airplay and was only released for the US and Italian television. In Italy, only this version was aired. The length of this version is shorter than the first one, fading in 3:39.
and later adapted into English by songwriter Nikki Matheson. The song remains to be Anggun's signature song across the world and catapulted Anggun's fame in international music scene in 1997 and 1998. Sarah Brightman
also did a cover version of this song on her The Harem World Tour: Live from Las Vegas
album. The song is mainly built on synthesizers and keyboards sounds, mixed with tribal beats. It is considered to be an Adult Contemporary song by some, whilst some other may consider it a World Music song.
Anggun
Anggun Cipta Sasmi is an Indonesian singer-songwriter. She has released 12 studio albums and one soundtrack album , and her songs have also been included on various compilation albums. Her musical career began in childhood, and she achieved commercial success in Indonesia when she was 12 years old...
from her first international studio album Snow on the Sahara
Snow on the Sahara
Snow on the Sahara is the first international studio album by Anggun. The album was released exactly a year after the French version, Au Nom de la Lune, was released on June 24th, 1997.-Album information:...
. It was originally recorded in French with the title "La Neige au Sahara" for the French album Au nom de la lune
Au nom de la lune
Au nom de la lune is the first French studio album by Indonesian singer Anggun. The album was released in France and french-speaking nations on June 24, 1997 under Columbia France...
. The song was released as Anggun's debut international single in 33 countries. It topped charts in Italy, Spain and several countries in Asia. The English version did less well in France (#16), eclipsed by the French original which was the #1 single of 1997.
Music video
There are 2 versions of the music video for Snow on the Sahara. The first version was shot in Bali and features storyline about Anggun and her lover becoming the sacrifice for some ancient ritual.The second version features Anggun in an "art room" filled with antique furniture. She was also shot in an ice-blue background, singing the lines of the song. This version receives less airplay and was only released for the US and Italian television. In Italy, only this version was aired. The length of this version is shorter than the first one, fading in 3:39.
Song
The song was written, produced and arranged by Erick BenziErick Benzi
Erick Benzi is a French musician, songwriter, composer and record producer.He is the former member of group Canada . Benzi is one of biggest and the most requested Francophone producers...
and later adapted into English by songwriter Nikki Matheson. The song remains to be Anggun's signature song across the world and catapulted Anggun's fame in international music scene in 1997 and 1998. Sarah Brightman
Sarah Brightman
Sarah Brightman is an English classical crossover soprano, actress, songwriter and dancer. She is famous for possessing a vocal range of over 3 octaves and singing in the whistle register...
also did a cover version of this song on her The Harem World Tour: Live from Las Vegas
The Harem World Tour: Live from Las Vegas
The Harem World Tour: Live From Las Vegas is a live album and video recording of Sarah Brightman's concert held in Las Vegas, part of her global Harem World Tour.- Video :...
album. The song is mainly built on synthesizers and keyboards sounds, mixed with tribal beats. It is considered to be an Adult Contemporary song by some, whilst some other may consider it a World Music song.
Charts
| Chart | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Finnish Singles Chart | 20 |
| Swiss Singles Chart | 24 |
| U.S. Billboard Hot Dance/Club Play Chart | 16 |
| U.S. Billboard Adult Top 40 | 22 |
Covers
Anggun's Snow on the Sahara have been covered by other artists include:- Stanford Harmonics on the compilation Best of Collegiate A Cappella.
- The Class Notes on their album Afterhours.
- Sarah BrightmanSarah BrightmanSarah Brightman is an English classical crossover soprano, actress, songwriter and dancer. She is famous for possessing a vocal range of over 3 octaves and singing in the whistle register...
on her The Harem World Tour: Live from Las VegasThe Harem World Tour: Live from Las VegasThe Harem World Tour: Live From Las Vegas is a live album and video recording of Sarah Brightman's concert held in Las Vegas, part of her global Harem World Tour.- Video :...
album. - Ilaria Porceddu on her album Suono Naturale.