I was reminded of Annie Lennox recently by DJ Earworm's release of a mashup requested by Annie Lennox herself. It is impressive and combines an excellent selection of some of Annie's many great songs. It is definitely worth checking out! Sadly it is not available for download the way many of DJ Earworm's mashups are.

I like many of the songs represented, however, the one song sung by Annie Lennox that truly blew me away, both when I fist heard it and now, is "Into the West", which is the closing song on the "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" soundtrack. If you've actually sat down and watched the full 11 hours 38 minutes (extended version) of The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, then you know that when you get to the closing it is a heavy moment in all regards. This song is perfect for it. When the song reaches this section, it is so powerful and so full of great triumph and sorrow…

What can you see
On the horizon?
Why do the white gulls call?
Across the sea
A pale moon rises
The ships have come to carry you home

I would be lucky to have such a great song play for me when I sail into the west.

Now I know Annie did not write it alone. It was written by Howard Shore and Fran Walsh along with Annie, but regardless I cannot imagine a better singer for this song. A great song can be wasted on mediocre performers. This one was not!

Song Recommendations

If you like this song, I also suggest:

• Coldplay
• Martin Tallstrom
• Emiliana Torrini

I also suggest the music genre:

• Soundtrack

Click here for more info on Annie Lennox – Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Soundtrack – "Into the West".

The MP3 may be purchased here…

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Soundtrack