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(Love Moves in) Mysterious Ways
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Wikipedia article
"'(Love Moves in) Mysterious Ways'" is a song recorded by British singer-songwriter Julia Fordham. Fordham was invited to record "Mysterious Ways" for the movie 'The Butcher's Wife', starring Demi Moore and Jeff Daniels, in late 1991. Fordham had then just released her third album 'Swept', at least in the UK and Japan, but the release of the album was quickly put on hold so that "Mysterious Ways" could be added to the track list. The rejigged album was released in the US in late October 1991, coinciding with the US release of the movie, and internationally. The album was also reissued in the UK, with "Mysterious Ways" - but not in Japan. There, "Mysterious Ways" was released as a 7-track EP. The EP includes the exclusive track "Melt", which Fordham had recorded for the Japanese movie 'The Flying Pennta' in 1991.'Swept (Deluxe Edition)' reissue. Liner notes. May 2013.
The song became a popular pop-standard in the Philippines when it was reintroduced by Filipino singer Nina in 2005.
Background
"(Love Moves in) Mysterious Ways" was first offered to Linda Ronstadt, but she turned down the song. It was then introduced to Fordham.
Performances
In 2014, Fordham performed "(Love Moves in) Mysterious Ways" live in her two Valentine concerts entitled "Love Moves..." in the Philippines.
Track listing
;7" single
# "(Love Moves in) Mysterious Ways"
# "Happy Ever After"
;
CD single
# "(Love Moves in) Mysterious Ways"
# "Happy Ever After"
# "Manhattan Skyline"
# "One of the Boys"
;
Japan CD EP
# "(Love Moves in) Mysterious Ways"
#"The Naked Truth"
#"Manhattan Skyline"
#"Loving You"
#"One of the Boys"
#"Melt"
# "Happy Ever After"
Chart performance
Cover versions
Nina version
"'Love Moves in Mysterious Ways'" is the first single from Filipino singer Nina's third album 'Nina Live!'. Retrieved 27 October 2010 Retrieved 27 October 2010 It was released in February 2005 by Warner Music, along with the live album. The song was part of the 'Nina Live!' recording session on 30 January 2005 at the PHI Resto and Bar, Metrowalk in Pasig. Retrieved 201-10-27 The song is considered to be one of the main reasons why 'Nina Live!' became a success, which was certified Diamond by the Philippine Association of the Record Industry. Retrieved 27 October 2010
Internationally, the song was released as a digital download through Rhino Records. Retrieved 27 October 2010
;Music video
The music video for "Love Moves in Mysterious Ways" was recorded during the 'Nina Live!' recording sessions, which was directed by Marla Ancheta. No studio version was recorded for release. The video features Nina performing live with The Essence band. Fans and audience surround her, while she sings the song to them.
The video premiered on myx in February 2005.
;Release history
Other versions
* The song was covered by Taiwanese singer Winnie Hsin as "" (Pnto de il s) on her Mandarin album '' (Hu shjin) in 1992.* The song was released by Michael English on his album 'Hope' in 1993.
* The song was also covered by Filipino band MYMP for their 2005 album 'Versions'.
* Christian Bautista also covered the song for Kris Aquino's album 'My Hearts Journey' in 2011.
References
Category:1992 singles
Category:2005 singles
Category:Julia Fordham songs
Category:Nina Girado songs
Category:Songs written by Tom Snow
Category:Songs written by Dean Pitchford
Category:Pop ballads
Category:1991 songs
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