Blood of Eden - Peter Gabriel - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"Blood of Eden" by Peter Gabriel is a deeply introspective and eerily beautiful song from his sixth studio album, the post-divorce chronicle Us (1992). The track is a profound exploration of love, loss, and the search for unity, in which he places a relationship in a biblical framework. Featuring the ethereal vocals of Sinead O'Connor, the song weaves a rich tapestry of emotions through its poetic lyrics and evocative melodies. "Blood of Eden" blends Peter Gabriel's distinctive voice with a lush arrangement of global folk influences, including duduk, and haunting orchestral strings. The song's lyrics reflect on the biblical imagery of Eden, symbolizing the original union and the pain of separation, as Peter Gabriel sings of a deep yearning for reconnection and wholeness. The music video for "Blood of Eden," directed by Nichola Bruce and Michael Coulson, complements the song's themes with its surreal and symbolic visuals.