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Skyfall
Adele Lyrics


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This is the end
Hold your breath and count to ten
Feel the Earth move and then
Hear my heart burst again
For this is the end
I've drowned and dreamt this moment
So overdue, I owe them
Swept away, I'm stolen

Let the sky fall
When it crumbles
We will stand tall
Face it all together
Let the sky fall
When it crumbles
We will stand tall
Face it all together
At Skyfall
At Skyfall

Skyfall is where we start
A thousand miles and poles apart
Where worlds collide and days are dark
You may have my number, you can take my name
But you'll never have my heart

Let the sky fall (let the sky fall)
When it crumbles (when it crumbles)
We will stand tall (we will stand tall)
Face it all together
Let the sky fall (let the sky fall)
When it crumbles (when it crumbles)
We will stand tall (we will stand tall)
Face it all together
At Skyfall

(Let the sky fall)
(When it crumbles)
(We will stand tall)
(Let the sky fall)
(When it crumbles)
(We will stand tall)

Where you go, I go
What you see, I see
I know I'd never be me
Without the security
Of your loving arms
Keeping me from harm
Put your hand in my hand
And we'll stand

Let the sky fall (let the sky fall)
When it crumbles (when it crumbles)
We will stand tall (we will stand tall)
Face it all together
Let the sky fall (let the sky fall)
When it crumbles (when it crumbles)
We will stand tall (we will stand tall)
Face it all together
At Skyfall

Let the sky fall
We will stand tall
At Skyfall
Ooh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Adele's song "Skyfall" were written for the James Bond movie of the same name. The opening lines of the song urge the listener to "hold your breath and count to ten" while "feeling the Earth move." This creates a sense of tension, as though something significant is about to happen. Adele then sings about "drowning" and "dreaming" of a moment that is "so overdue" and makes her feel "swept away" and "stolen." This could be interpreted as a reference to Bond himself, or to another character in the movie.


Next, Adele sings the chorus, which urges listeners to "let the sky fall" and "face it all together" when things start to crumble. This is a reflection of the James Bond ethos, where even when things seem insurmountable, Bond knows he can always "stand tall" and face danger head-on. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the power of unity and togetherness in difficult times.


In the third verse, Adele sings about "Skyfall" as a place where "worlds collide and days are dark." This could be interpreted as a metaphor for the situations Bond finds himself in while on his various missions. When she sings, "You may have my number, you can take my name, but you'll never have my heart," it's clear that Adele is singing from the perspective of a woman who is in love with someone who is always in danger. The final chorus and outro reiterate the importance of standing together and being able to weather any storm.


Interesting facts about the song:


Interesting Facts
Note: This section uses generative AI, which can be inaccurate.


Line by Line Meaning

This is the end
The singer is acknowledging that something is coming to a close.


Hold your breath and count to ten
The singer is advising the listener to brace themselves for what's to come.


Feel the Earth move and then
The singer is conveying that what's coming will be truly impactful.


Hear my heart burst again
The artist is expressing their emotions at this moment - they're overwhelmed.


For this is the end
Reiterating that something important is coming to a close.


I've drowned and dreamt this moment
The singer has been lost in this moment for a while, and has even dreamt about it.


So overdue, I owe them
The singer feels that this moment was long overdue and others are owed for it.


Swept away, I'm stolen
The artist feels like they've been taken away and are powerless.


Let the sky fall
The artist is acknowledging that there's nothing they can do to stop what's coming.


When it crumbles
Referring to the previous line- when everything falls apart.


We will stand tall
The singer is confident they'll get through this.


Face it all together
The artist is emphasizing the importance of facing tough times with others.


At Skyfall
Referencing a specific place - potentially the source of the upheaval.


Skyfall is where we start
Reiterating that Skyfall is significant - potentially as a starting point or the root of the problem.


A thousand miles and poles apart
The situation is very far apart or distant from where they are now.


Where worlds collide and days are dark
This new place is where reality has been upended and things are difficult.


You may have my number, you can take my name
The artist's identity can be taken - but not their emotional core.


But you'll never have my heart
Their emotional core is what makes the singer unique - it cannot be taken from them.


Where you go, I go
The singer is committed to accompanying the listener wherever they go.


What you see, I see
The artist is committed to experiencing everything with the listener.


I know I'd never be me
They're acknowledging that the listener is integral to who they are.


Without the security
The safety and stability provided by the listener is essential.


Of your loving arms
This safety and security is provided through the listener's love.


Keeping me from harm
The safety and security the listener provides protect them from harm.


Put your hand in my hand
The singer is inviting the listener to unite with them.


And we'll stand
Together, they'll stand to face whatever comes next.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Adele Laurie Blue Adkins, Paul Richard Epworth

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Philip Kassabian

I remember this song from when it came out and it's absolutely great.

Most interesting comments from YouTube:

Ember Lynn

This is the end
Hold your breath and count to ten
Feel the Earth move and then
Hear my heart burst again
For this is the end
I've drowned and dreamt this moment
So overdue, I owe them
Swept away, I'm stolen
Let the sky fall
When it crumbles
We will stand tall
Face it all together
Let the sky fall
When it crumbles
We will stand tall
Face it all together
At Skyfall
At Skyfall
Skyfall is where we start
A thousand miles and poles apart
Where worlds collide and days are dark
You may have my number, you can take my name
But you'll never have my heart
Let the sky fall (let the sky fall)
When it crumbles (when it crumbles)
We will stand tall (we will stand tall)
Face it all together
Let the sky fall (let the sky fall)
When it crumbles (when it crumbles)
We will stand tall (we will stand tall)
Face it all together
At Skyfall
Where you go, I go
What you see, I see
I know I'd never be me
Without the security
Of your loving arms
Keeping me from harm
Put your hand in my hand
And we'll stand
Let the sky fall (let the sky fall)
When it crumbles (when it crumbles)
We will stand tall (we will stand tall)
Face it all together
Let the sky fall (let the sky fall)
When it crumbles (when it crumbles)
We will stand tall (we will stand tall)
Face it all together
At Skyfall
Let the sky fall
We will stand tall
At Skyfall
Ooh



Христина Зінкевич

This is the end
Hold your breath and count to ten
Feel the Earth move, and then
Hear my heart burst again
For this is the end
I've drowned and dreamt this moment
So overdue, I owe them
Swept away, I'm stolen

[Chorus]
Let the sky fall when it crumbles
We will stand tall
Face it all together
Let the sky fall
When it crumbles
We will stand tall
Face it all together at Skyfall
At Skyfall

[Verse 2]
Skyfall is where we start
A thousand miles and poles apart
Where worlds collide and days are dark
You may have my number, you can take my name
But you'll never have my heart
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[Chorus]
Let the sky fall (Let the sky fall)
When it crumbles (When it crumbles)
We will stand tall (We will stand tall)
Face it all together
Let the sky fall (Let the sky fall)
When it crumbles (When it crumbles)
We will stand tall (We will stand tall)
Face it all together at Skyfall

[Post-Chorus]
Let the sky fall
When it crumbles
We will stand tall
Let the sky fall
When it crumbles
We will stand tall

[Bridge]
Where you go I go
What you see I see
I know I'd never be me without the security
Of your loving arms keeping me from harm
Put your hand in my hand and we'll stand

[Chorus]
Let the sky fall (Let the sky fall)
When it crumbles (When it crumbles)
We will stand tall (We will stand tall)
Face it all together
Let the sky fall (Let the sky fall)
When it crumbles (When it crumbles)
We will stand tall (We will stand tall)
Face it all together at Skyfall
[Outro]
Let the sky fall
We will stand tall
At Skyfall
Ooh



All comments from YouTube:

Forever Fourteen

Adele should just sing every single James Bond song. The vibe fits her perfectly.

Glendar jj

Billie Eilish was incredible in no time to die though. I was really surprised

Johan Liebert

@Glendar jj for my opinion there is no comparison with this masterpiece

E

@Johan Liebert what about You Know My Name

Von George

IMO, Skyfall and Goldfinger are the best songs of the franchise.

Glendar jj

@E that song is an underrated gem. Skyfall, no time to die and you know my name are the best bond songs in my opinion.

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ITACHI UCHIHA

It doesn't feel like 10 years. Once a masterpiece always a masterpiece

Yung Zay

Ufc tiktok song

thingsnstuff

I didnt know it was that long ago..lt feels like it was only 6 years ago but it’s 10…

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