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Heart's on Fire
John Cafferty Lyrics


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Silent darkness creeps into your soul
And removes the light of self-control
The cave that holds you captive has no doors
Burnin' with determination
To even up the score

Hearts on fire
Strong desire
Rages deep within
Hearts on fire
Fever's rising high
The moment of truth draws near

Time will not allow you to stand still, no
Silence breaks the heart and bends the will
And things that give deep passions are your sword
Rules and regulations have no meaning anymore

Hearts on fire
Strong desire
Rages deep within
Hearts on fire
Fever's rising high
The moment of truth is here
Is here

Hearts on fire
Strong desire
Rages deep within
Hearts on fire
Fever's rising high
Hearts on fire
Strong desire
Rages deep within

Hearts on fire
Strong desire
Rages deep within
Hearts on fire
Fever's rising high
Hearts on fire
Strong desire
Rages deep within

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to John Cafferty's song Hearts On Fire are an ode to the inner turmoil and burning desire that one feels when they are on the brink of a momentous event. The opening lines create a sense of foreboding and darkness, indicating that the singer is facing a difficult situation that is testing his self-control. The metaphor of the "cave that holds you captive" suggests that the singer feels trapped and unable to escape the situation that he is in.


However, despite his predicament, the singer is "burnin' with determination" to even the score and emerge victorious. This determination is reflected in the chorus, where the phrase "hearts on fire" is repeated multiple times, emphasizing the intensity of the singer's passion and desire to succeed. The moment of truth is drawing near, and the singer is ready to face it head-on, no matter the consequences.


The second verse adds to the sense of urgency and intensity of the lyrics. Time is not on the singer's side, and he cannot afford to stand still. The silence that surrounds him is broken by his own heart beating with a "fever" of passion and desire. Rules and regulations no longer have any meaning to him, as he is fully focused on his goal and nothing else matters.


Overall, the lyrics to Hearts On Fire are a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit and the inner fire that drives us to achieve our dreams, even in the face of daunting challenges and obstacles.


Line by Line Meaning

Silent darkness creeps into your soul
Negative thoughts and emotions are slowly taking over you.


And removes the light of self-control
It's becoming difficult to control your emotions and actions.


The cave that holds you captive has no doors
You feel trapped and helpless, unable to escape your negative thoughts and feelings.


Burnin' with determination to even up the score
You have a strong desire to overcome your struggles and come out on top.


Hearts on fire
Emotions are intense and passionate.


Strong desire
There is a deep longing for change and improvement.


Rages deep within
Emotions are intense and powerful.


Fever's rising high
Emotions are becoming overwhelming and difficult to contain.


The moment of truth draws near
The time for action and decisive choices is approaching.


Time will not allow you to stand still, no
You can't stay stagnant and wait for change to happen on its own.


Silence breaks the heart and bends the will
Being quiet and not speaking up can be emotionally damaging and make it harder to take action.


And things that give deep passions are your sword
The things you care deeply about can give you the motivation and strength to fight your struggles and overcome them.


Rules and regulations have no meaning anymore
Traditions and expectations don't feel as important as making positive change in your life.


The moment of truth is here
It's time to face the consequences of your choices and move forward with a new plan of action.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ED FRUGE', VINCE DI COLA, JOE ESPOSITO

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@charlygarcia77

Silent darkness creeps into your soul
And removes the light of self-control
The cave that holds you captive has no doors
Burnin' with determination
To even up the score
Hearts on fire
Strong desire
Rages deep within
Hearts on fire
Fever's rising high
The moment of truth draws near
Time will not allow you to stand still, no
Silence breaks the heart and bends the will
And things that give deep passions are your sword
Rules and regulations have no meaning anymore
Hearts on fire
Strong desire
Rages deep within
Hearts on fire
Fever's rising high
The moment of truth is here...



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