That's the Way of the World
Earth, Wind & Fire
That's the Way of the World (1975)
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Notes: A smooth, mid-tempo soul ballad with glittering keys and lilting horns creating a diffused, romantic backdrop. Maurice White's deeply sensual lead vocal is perfectly modulated and emotionally controlled.
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A mid-tempo soul ballad exploring themes of innocence corrupted by the harsh realities of the world, featuring jazzy horns, lovely keyboards, and dual vocal harmonies.
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