Serious
Richard Hawley Lyrics
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Ah, you feel the stars above
There's no devil in her eyes
There's no darkness in disguise
But when you are alone
A kiss can turn your heart to stone
Hearts breaking in the night
There's a devil in her eyes
Oh, it's serious, so serious
A kiss that caught the wind made you delirious
Oh, it's serious, so serious
Take her in your arms, don't be afraid
Never be afraid
When you are in love
All the stars burn bright above
There's a kindness in her eyes
There's no darkness in disguise
Oh, but when you are alone
Oh, your heart it turns to stone
Hearts breaking in the night
There's a devil in her eyes
Oh, it's serious, so serious
A kiss that caught the wind made you delirious
Oh, it's serious, so serious
Take her in your arms, don't be afraid
Never be afraid
Oh, it's serious, so serious
A kiss that caught the wind made you delirious
Oh, it's serious, so serious
So take her in your arms, don't be afraid
Never be afraid
The song "Serious" by Richard Hawley explores the emotions of being in love and the fear that comes with it. The first verse suggests that when two people are in love, everything feels perfect, and there's a sense of contentment. There is no darkness lurking in anyone's heart, and the world seems like a better place. However, things change when you're alone, and fear sets in. The act of being alone can turn one's heart to stone. The second verse repeats this sentiment but emphasizes the sense of fear and mistrust that comes with it. It suggests that despite how things seem, there's always the fear of the darker side of love. That fear may come in the form of heartbreak, abuse, or lies.
The chorus, "Oh, it's serious, so serious/ A kiss that caught the wind made you delirious," is a play on words. A kiss caught in the wind could either mean a fleeting moment that is not real or something that is overwhelming and cannot be controlled. These lyrics suggest that falling in love can be a whirlwind of emotions and that it is essential to embrace those feelings and take the risk.
Overall, this song highlights the fear and joy that comes with love. It suggests that despite the inherent risks, it is vital to embrace the emotion and take the risk that falling in love brings.
Line by Line Meaning
When you are in love
Being in love makes you feel euphoric and aware of everything around you, including the bright stars above.
Ah, you feel the stars above
Love makes you feel aware of the beauty around you, such as the stars shining in the sky.
There's no devil in her eyes
The person you love has no hidden motive, bad intentions, or dark nature in their eyes.
There's no darkness in disguise
The person you love does not have any hidden darkness or deception within them.
But when you are alone
Being alone can have a negative impact on your emotions and thoughts, causing you to feel uneasy.
A kiss can turn your heart to stone
A kiss that does not have real emotion, meaning or passion behind it, can turn your heart cold and callous.
Hearts breaking in the night
People often experience heartbreak and emotional pain, especially at night when they are alone with their thoughts.
There's a devil in her eyes
The person that you thought did not have any hidden darkness or deception within them has now shown a devilish side.
Oh, it's serious, so serious
The situation has suddenly become grave and should not be underestimated.
A kiss that caught the wind made you delirious
A kiss that was fleeting, insincere, and without true meaning left you feeling dizzy and confused.
Take her in your arms, don't be afraid
Do not be afraid of showing affection and love to the person you care about. Hold them close.
Never be afraid
No matter what happens in life, do not be afraid of love and expressing your emotions.
All the stars burn bright above
When you are in love, the world seems brighter and more beautiful, and even the stars shine brighter.
There's a kindness in her eyes
The person you love shows genuine kindness in their eyes, and it is clear that they care for you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RICHARD WILLIS HAWLEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mikejames6664
This is the greatest video ever made; it's a shame that it has under 160,000 views. Good song too. Excellent work, Shane Meadows and Richard Hawley.
@joaomanuelvelosobarbara
Comecei a OUVER Richard Hawley com este Tema no "i concert". Desde então que sigo as suas Músicas. Este Tema é alegre, bem ritmado. Excelente interpretação!
@frommetoyou1981
Wonderful uplifting rockabilly feel good tune. Love it
@flavorformay7095
I love this song! everyone please see his other stuff it’s really good I recommend (Valentine)
@JoeFLash41
I hear this a lot at Chapters Bookstore. Almost has that old 50's rockabilly feel.
@eugenefarrar1959
Joe Flash 4 knockout tracknisnt it, great rockabilly slap bass intro! Class!
@nicocacci4070
True love finds a way xx
Hawley is awesome
@nerocafe2787
Necesito los acordes y tab de el solo
@Xbellatri50
Great song Richard😎
@abdurrazzaq2314
That twist was unexpected af