(1998 & 2025) Natalie Imbruglia Torn Sky Perfect Again #natalieimbruglia #nohmusic #lyrics #90s

Background information: The song Torn was written by Scott Cutler, Anne Preven and Phil Thornalley around 1991–1993. It was originally recorded by Ednaswap (a small L.A. alternative rock/rock band) and was recorded by them in 1995. The most well-known version is by Natalie Imbruglia – released as the first single from her 1997 album Left of the Middle. Release & Achievements Natalie Imbruglia released “Torn” on October 27, 1997 (European version). It quickly became a global hit: topping the charts in countries such as Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Iceland, Spain and Sweden. In the US: Although not released as a single in most box office channels, it only reached #42 on the Billboard Hot 100, but topped several component charts (e.g., Adult Top 40). Content & Themes The lyrics are about being “torn in half” — the narrator feels lost, lonely, and realizes that a seemingly perfect lover is not what he expected. Some notable lines: “I’m all out of faith / This is how I feel / I’m cold and I am shamed / Lying naked on the floor” Music: It’s pop-rock/alternative pop with an acoustic feel — Imbruglia’s version is reworked to be smoother than the original rock version. Notable & Influences Although it is a cover version, thanks to Natalie Imbruglia’s excellent “remake”, the song has surpassed the original to become one of the most prominent pop/life songs of the 90s. The song is considered “one of the classic breakup songs” because of its content and strong emotional expression. Imbruglia’s music video was also very popular and helped spread the song further. (1998 & 2025) Natalie Imbruglia Torn Sky Perfect Again #natalieimbruglia #torn #nohmusic #lyrics

Added 9 Aug 2026