A Whiter Shade Of Pale
Annie Lennox · The Annie Lennox Collection [2009]
We skipped the light Fandango
Turned cartwheels 'cross the floor
I was feeling kind of seasick
The crowd called out for more
The room was humming harder
As the ceiling flew away
When we called out for another drink
But the waiter brought a tray
And so it was later
As the Miller told his tale
And then a face at first just ghostly
Turned a whiter shade of pale
You said there is no reason
And the truth is plain to see
But I wandered through my playing cards
And would not let her be
I'm one of sixteen vestal virgins
Who were leaving for the coast
And although my eyes were open
They might just as well been closed
And so it was later
As the Miller told his tale
And then a face at first just ghostly
Turned a whiter shade of pale
And so it was later
As the Miller told his tale
And then a face at first just ghostly
Turned a whiter shade of pale
Turned cartwheels 'cross the floor
I was feeling kind of seasick
The crowd called out for more
The room was humming harder
As the ceiling flew away
When we called out for another drink
But the waiter brought a tray
And so it was later
As the Miller told his tale
And then a face at first just ghostly
Turned a whiter shade of pale
You said there is no reason
And the truth is plain to see
But I wandered through my playing cards
And would not let her be
I'm one of sixteen vestal virgins
Who were leaving for the coast
And although my eyes were open
They might just as well been closed
And so it was later
As the Miller told his tale
And then a face at first just ghostly
Turned a whiter shade of pale
And so it was later
As the Miller told his tale
And then a face at first just ghostly
Turned a whiter shade of pale
A Whiter Shade Of Pale - Annie Lennox
Annie Lennox's rendition of 'A Whiter Shade Of Pale' stands as a powerful reimagining of the classic song originally performed by The Atlas. Her version, featured on her 2009 compilation album, The Annie Lennox Collection, showcases her distinctive vocal style and emotive delivery. The track retains the song's haunting atmosphere and lyrical depth while infusing it with her unique artistic voice, characteristic of her work in the new wave and pop genres. This recording highlights her ability to reinterpret established material, bringing a fresh emotional resonance to the melody that has become a staple in her discography.