HOWARD JONES - LITTLE BIT OF SNOW

Released: March 2, 1987

Charted:  UK: #70 

“Little Bit of Snow” is a song by British singer-songwriter Howard Jones from his 1986 album “One to One”. Released as a single on March 1987, it peaked at #70 on the UK Singles Chart but was not released in the US. 

“Little Bit of Snow” is a poignant song that addresses addiction, self-destruction, and the importance of compassion and resilience. Using “snow” as a metaphor for cocaine, the lyrics express a heartfelt plea to someone battling inner demons, urging them to resist the temporary escape of substance abuse and consider the emotional toll on their loved ones.

The song explores themes of interconnectedness and loss, emphasizing that addiction impacts not just the individual but also those who care about them. Through vivid imagery of light and darkness, it conveys a message of hope, perseverance, and the collective strength of human support. 

Jones’s decision to contribute the track to the 1986 Anti-Heroin Project charity album, It’s a Live-In World, underscores its strong anti-drug message and reinforces its purpose as a call for compassion, support, and resilience in the face of addiction.

Howard Jones revealed that producer Arif Mardin’s enthusiasm for the unique time signature of “Little Bit of Snow” led to a distinctive string arrangement and the addition of vibraphonist Gary Burton, giving the track its unique texture.