Vangelis – Chariots Of Fire

“Chariots of Fire” – Single by Vangelis from the album Chariots of Fire, released in April 1981 (UK), and December 1981 (US). “Chariots of Fire” is an instrumental theme written and recorded by Vangelis for the soundtrack of the 1981 film of the same name.

On the film’s soundtrack album, the piece is called “Titles” because of its use in the movie’s opening titles sequence, but it widely became known as “Chariots of Fire”.

When the single debuted at #94 on the Billboard Hot 100 during the week ending 12 December 1981, it was known as “Titles”. Seven weeks later, when it moved to #68 on the Hot 100 chart dated 30 January 1982, the single was listed as “Chariots of Fire”; it stayed with that name for the remainder of its chart run. The new title made it easier for both listeners and radio DJs to identify the piece.

Charted:  No.12 in UK and No.1 in US

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Vangelis - Chariots Of Fire

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Not long after the soundtrack’s release, Vangelis admitted his total inability to read or write music. He wrote this one literally playing by ear.

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