Introduction:
The Bee Gees, a band known for their tight harmonies and disco flair, released a song titled My Destiny in the year 1993. This track marked a distinct shift in their musical direction compared to the earlier chart-topping disco hits they were known for in the 70s.
My Destiny falls under the genre of Pop Rock, a clear departure from the dominant disco sound that permeated most of the Bee Gees’ discography in the height of their career. The Gibb brothers, Barry Gibb, Robin Gibb, and Maurice Gibb, wrote and composed the song themselves. My Destiny was not produced by a single outside producer, but rather by the Bee Gees themselves along with Femi Jiya.
My Destiny was released as the B-side to their single Paying the Price of Love. Unlike some B-sides that languish in obscurity, My Destiny achieved a level of recognition among fans. It has been featured on compilation albums showcasing the band’s work, including My Destiny: Song by Bee Gees (1993). While not a commercial smash hit like some of their earlier disco releases, My Destiny holds a certain significance due to the broader context of the Bee Gees’ musical evolution.
Released in 1993, My Destiny came during a later era in the band’s career. The Bee Gees had already achieved immense success in the 1960s and 1970s with a string of disco hits. My Destiny reflected a shift in their sound, embracing a more contemporary Pop Rock style. This change was part of a larger trend in the music industry during that era. Disco music had waned in popularity, and new genres like Pop Rock were taking center stage. The Bee Gees, ever the adaptable musicians, chose to evolve their sound to stay relevant with the changing musical landscape.
My Destiny stands as a testament to the Bee Gees’ willingness to experiment and explore new musical territory. While it may not be one of their biggest hits, the song holds a certain importance for fans who appreciate the band’s broader musical journey.
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Lyrics:
It’s a circleI believe in change for the better girlThose ebony eyesDoes love only seem to be satisfied
And in a world that lives without itIt makes the safest medicineAnd all the summer nightsAnd you know that I knowI dream about you and I won’t let go
And it’s been so long and I can’t go onIt’s my destiny and I must be strongYou know it’s all right and it may be wrongMy destiny and I must go on
Ooh, hold you ’til the sun comes outOoh, smother me i must be insane in loveTo let you treat me like a fool
Kinder to be cruel of you gotta lieBy your side that’s the place to be seen’til the day I die
Ooh, I did nothin’ to start itI’m just an aimless passengerAnd all the summer nightsI’ve been lost to the stormI dream about you and it keeps me warm
And it’s been so long and I can’t go onIt’s my destiny and I must be strongYou know it’s all right and it may be wrongMy destiny and I must go on
Make me tremble when I’m seeing youI’m born to live through the pain againI’m moving high and lowI’m gonna get you but I don’t know when