The song's popularity was so immense that it inspired various covers, most notably by soprano on her 1993 album Dive . Meaning of the Lyrics

: Different versions exist, including the "Slow Jam Mixx" and "Extended Version," often available on specialized music sites like SkySound7 . The Story Behind the Song

Unlike the later Masters of Chant series which focused on male choirs, "Once in a Lifetime" features the ethereal female vocals of (Susana Espelleta and Birgit Freud). Produced by Frank Peterson —a co-founder of the project Enigma—the song shares that same "breathy" vocal style and atmospheric depth that defined early 90s ambient pop.