‘Torn’ is a song recorded by American singer Natalie Imbruglia in 1997. It was written and produced by Phil Thornalley, and released as her debut single. The song quickly became a commercial success, reaching the top 10 in several countries, including the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. With its melancholic melody and heartfelt lyrics, ‘Torn’ remains one of the most iconic songs of the 1990s.
Overview of ‘Torn’
‘Torn’ is a mid-tempo pop ballad with a simple yet captivating melody. It is composed in the key of B minor and is set in common time with a tempo of 90 beats per minute. The song features a sparse arrangement, with Imbruglia’s vocals accompanied only by a piano and strings. Lyrically, the song is about a woman trying to make sense of a broken relationship, and is full of vivid imagery and raw emotion.
Full Lyrics of ‘Torn’
Verse 1:
I thought I saw a man brought to life
He was warm, he came around like he was dignified
He showed me what it was to cry
You couldn’t be that man I adored
Chorus 1:
You don’t have to say what you did
I already know, I found out from him
Now there’s just no chance for you and me, there’ll never be
Verse 2:
Don’t just stand there, let’s do something
I’m feeling weak, I’m feeling blue
I’m feeling like I’m disappearing from you
Chorus 2:
Don’t just stand there, let’s do something
I’m feeling weak, I’m feeling blue
I’m feeling like I’m disappearing from you
Bridge:
And I’m torn, I’m all out of faith
This is how I feel, I’m cold and I am shamed
Lying naked on the floor, Illusion never changed
Into something real
Chorus 3:
Don’t just stand there, let’s do something
I’m feeling weak, I’m feeling blue
I’m feeling like I’m disappearing from you
And I’m torn
Since its release, ‘Torn’ has become an anthem of heartbreak and regret for many people. With its melancholic melody and heartfelt lyrics, the song has stood the test of time and remains one of the most iconic songs of the 1990s.