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: Lyricist Ian Gillan has described the song as being about temptation , though he intentionally kept the words ambiguous to allow for fan interpretation.

Musically, "The Surprising" is noted for its atmospheric and progressive structure, avoiding a standard verse-chorus format in favor of a "journey" that builds in intensity. deep_purple_the_surprising_official_music_video...

: Produced by Bob Ezrin , the track is a "fan favorite" that showcases the band's willingness to "kick down self-imposed barriers" in their later years. : Lyricist Ian Gillan has described the song

The video follows the current Deep Purple lineup——as they navigate an icebreaker ship through a treacherous Arctic landscape. This journey is a metaphor for the band's long and sometimes turbulent career. As they sail, the video is packed with Easter eggs and visual nods to all 19 of their studio albums in chronological order. The video follows the current Deep Purple lineup——as