Innocent (Mike Oldfield song)

"Innocent" is a single by musician Mike Oldfield, released in 1989 (see 1989 in music). It is from the album Earth Moving. "Innocent" features vocals from Anita Hegerland.

Inspiration

According to an interview Mike Oldfield and Anita Hegerland gave in the TV-program Good Morning Britain, the song was inspired by their young daughter Greta; who also appears in the music video. In the program the Oldfield and Hegerland gave an acoustic version of the song, Hegerland singing and Oldfield playing the guitar.

Music videos

The music video features an Atari ST computer, a Korg M1 synthesiser and a Fender Stratocaster guitar and is available on the Elements - The Best of Mike Oldfield video. There is also a second part animated part live action video in existence.

Cover versions

• In 2010 Groove Coverage recorded a cover version of "Innocent".
• In 2010 Jason Donovan recorded a cover version of "Innocent" for his 80s covers album Soundtrack of the 80s.

Track listing

1. "Innocent" (12" mix) – 5:35
2. "Innocent" – 3:25
3. "Earth Moving" (disco version) – 4:02

Charts

References

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