The Chain
Fleetwood Mac · Rumours
Watch the sunrise;
Runnin' in the shadows...
Damn your love, damn your lies!
And if you don't love me now
You will never love me again;
I can still hear you saying
You would never break the chain.
And if you don't love me now
You will never love me again;
I can still hear you saying
We must never break the chain.
Listen to the wind blow...
Down the comes the night.
Runnin' in the shadows...
Damn your love, damn your lies!
Break the silence,
Damn the dark, damn the light!
And if you don't love me now
You will never love me again;
I can still hear you saying
We would never break the chain.
And if you don't love me now
You will never love me again;
I can still hear you saying
We must never break the chain.
And if you don't love me now
You will never love me again;
I can still hear you saying
We must never break the chain.
Chain......keep us together....
(Running in the shadows)
The Chain
The Chain stands as a defining moment in Fleetwood Mac's discography, serving as the closing track on their landmark 1977 album Rumours. Renowned for its distinctive bass line and driving rhythm, the song is unique within the band's catalogue as the only track written collectively by all five members. Its powerful crescendo and relentless energy capture the turbulent interpersonal dynamics that fueled the recording sessions. As a staple of classic rock radio, the track exemplifies the band's ability to blend pop sensibilities with rock intensity. The recording remains a testament to the group's collaborative songwriting process and their enduring influence on the genre, securing its place as one of the most recognizable anthems in music history.