Astrological readings have long been a source of fascination and intrigue for many people. These readings claim to offer insight into a person's personality traits, career prospects, and even their love life, all based on the alignment of the stars and planets at the time of their birth. While some view astrology as nothing more than entertainment, there are others who believe in its power and find comfort in its guidance. The main idea of astrological readings is that the position of celestial bodies at the time of a person's birth can influence their life and personality. This idea is rooted in ancient civilizations such as the Babylonians, Egyptians, and Greeks who believed that the gods and celestial beings could exert their influence on human life. Today, astrology has evolved into a more nuanced system that takes into account the specific date, time, and location of a person's birth to create a detailed birth chart or horoscope.
‘Sara’ is a prime example of the incestuous life that Fleetwood Mac found themselves locked into at the height of their fame. It’s concrete proof as to why you should avoid mixing work with pleasure, even if it does result in spectacularly beautiful music and timeless records.
Unfortunately, it was ultimately a traumatic and scarring experience for both parties, which prompted Nicks to write a song in order to haunt Lindsey Buckingham. The part where she is singing never get away, never get away, never get away really looks like she is reminding him and making sure he knows that she still means it.
Today, astrology has evolved into a more nuanced system that takes into account the specific date, time, and location of a person's birth to create a detailed birth chart or horoscope. Horoscopes, which are predictions based on an individual's birth chart, are a popular form of astrological reading. These readings can provide insight into various aspects of a person's life, such as their career, relationships, and personal growth.
My Obsession with the 1997 Live Performance of Silver Springs
I feel like every music lover has that one live version of a song that they absolutely can’t get enough of. For me, it is the Silver Springs performance by Fleetwood Mac during the 1997 The Dance tour. As mentioned on my “All Time Favorite Songs” post, Silver Springs, specifically The Dance version, is one of my all time favorite songs so I figured it was time for me to completely obsess and nerd out over one single live performance of a song.
For starters, if you continue to read my posts, you will soon find out that Fleetwood Mac will be a common topic, so heads up! Now for some back-story on the song itself:
So Stevie Nicks wrote Silver Springs about her breakup with Lindsey Buckingham with the intention of including it on the upcoming Rumours album. Stevie had said in an interview that she got the name and idea from driving by a sign for Silver Springs, Maryland and thought that it sounded like a nice town and imagined the happy version of what could have been between her and Lindsey. Her song then ends up being left off of the Rumours album, which would end up being a source of controversy for years to come. Flash forward to 1997 when the band decides to reunite with the original Rumours line-up of Mick Fleetwood, Christine McVie, John McVie, Stevie Nicks, and Lindsey Buckingham. Silver Springs ends up on the set list after over 20 years of history and drama between Lindsey and Stevie with the chance for Stevie to finally give the song the performance it deserved.
So the song starts out soft and beautiful with Stevie blessing us with her perfectly aged vocals. As the performance continues you can see both Stevie and Lindsey sneak peaks at each other. After Lindsey delivers a beautiful guitar solo, you can just feel the tension build up once Stevie begins to sing again. Starting at 3:35 in the video down below, Stevie turns to Lindsey and starts singing directly to him while they both lock eye contact. From 3:35 to the end of the song, you can just feel the history, drama and love between the two of them and Stevie holds nothing back while reminding him of those lyrics she wrote so long ago. The line “you’ll never get away from the sound of the woman that loves you” has to be the most haunting line in the song and if you’re a big Fleetwood Mac fan, you’ll know how true those lyrics became after all those years. The part where she is singing “never get away, never get away, never get away” really looks like she is reminding him and making sure he knows that she still means it. Also, to add to all this tension during this performance, it has actually been rumored that while on the 1997 The Dance Tour, Stevie and Lindsey somewhat ignited that old flame until Lindsey’s girlfriend at the time ended up pregnant. That being said, even by just knowing what the public knows about their relationship, this song feels so tense. I cannot even imagine what was actually going through their heads with all the years of history between them that fans don’t event know about. With lyrics that couldn’t have aged any better, years of drama about the song itself being included on albums, and the history of their relationship, this performance acts as the explosion of the Stevie-Lindsey love story.
Sometimes I like to even think about what the other band members were thinking while watching that go down between the two of them. Knowing all that they know and with decades of dealing with their bullshit, I can only imagine their points of view and reactions to it.
Now I may sound like a crazy person, and maybe I am, but I seriously watch this performance like once a week and it absolutely wrecks me every time. This song and performance is like a drug to me and I think about it all the time. Sometimes I even stop myself from watching it because I don’t have the mental capacity to handle the performance and the emotions it embodies. As someone who has excessively studied Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks and her relationship with Lindsey, this performance feels like watching a season finale of one of my favorite shows. I will have a whole post regarding their relationship another day but I just had to share my entire thought process and dissect this entire performance for you to explain my reasoning for being so obsessed with this song and performance.
I urge you to give the video below a watch if you haven’t seen it yet. And for those that have, please please please tell me that I am not crazy and confirm that my obsession is justified.
However, that love-in didn’t last forever, and when the call came to join Fleetwood Mac, they were on the verge of splitting up. They decided to put their problems aside to boost their careers, but the couple struggled to remain on the same page, and it didn’t take long for the issues to arise once more.
For example, a horoscope might suggest that a person born under the sign of Leo is likely to be confident, ambitious, and enjoys being the center of attention. Meanwhile, a person born under the sign of Pisces might be described as creative, empathetic, and sensitive. While it's important to approach astrological readings with a healthy dose of skepticism, many people find that they offer comfort and guidance in times of uncertainty. The idea that there is a greater plan or purpose in the universe can provide solace, especially when faced with difficult decisions or challenging circumstances. Additionally, astrology can be used as a tool for self-reflection and personal growth as it encourages individuals to explore their strengths, weaknesses, and potential. Ultimately, whether or not one believes in the magic of astrological readings is a personal choice. For some, they are a fun and entertaining way to gain insight into their lives, while others find deeper meaning and comfort in their predictions. Regardless of where one falls on the spectrum, astrology continues to captivate the imagination and fuel curiosity about the mysteries of the cosmos..
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