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"Patio Lanterns" is a 1986 song by Canadian rock musician Kim Mitchell.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

"Patio Lanterns" is a 1986 song by Canadian rock musician Kim Mitchell. It was first released as a single from the album *Shakin' Like a Human Being* and later appeared on Mitchell’s 1995 *Greatest Hits* album in an acoustic version.

Background

"Patio Lanterns" is associated with Kim Mitchell’s solo work and was issued as a single in 1986. It is identified in source material as part of the album *Shakin' Like a Human Being*.

Release history

The song was originally released in June 1986, then later reissued in acoustic form in 1995. That acoustic version also appeared on Mitchell’s *Greatest Hits* compilation.

Artist

Kim Mitchell is a Canadian rock musician known for his solo career and earlier work with the band Max Webster. The provided source specifically identifies him as the artist behind "Patio Lanterns".

Key facts

  • Released as a single in June 1986.
  • Appeared on the album *Shakin' Like a Human Being*.
  • An acoustic version was released as a single in 1995.
  • The acoustic version was included on *Greatest Hits*.
  • Kim Mitchell is a Canadian rock musician.
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Canadian context

Kim Mitchell is a Canadian rock musician, and "Patio Lanterns" is part of Canadian popular music history.[1]

Frequently asked questions

What is "Patio Lanterns"?
It is a song by Canadian rock musician Kim Mitchell.
When was "Patio Lanterns" released?
It was first released as a single in June 1986.
Which album did "Patio Lanterns" appear on?
It appeared on *Shakin' Like a Human Being*.
Was there a later version of the song?
Yes. An acoustic recording was released as a single in 1995 and included on *Greatest Hits*.
Who performed "Patio Lanterns"?
The song was performed by Kim Mitchell.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patio_Lanterns
    Supports: Song identity, artist, original release date, album, and 1995 acoustic release.