Spanish Eyes
02. U2 Lyrics
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Wey hey hey, baby hang on
Empty heart, beat tight as a drum set
Empty love, she'd shine like a song
Wey hey hey, baby hang on (to anything)
Our love shines like rain
In those Spanish eyes
Wey hey hey, here she comes
She comes in colors
You know she gonna turn the daylight on
'Cause I love the way you talk to me
And I love the way you walk on me
And I need you more
Oh, than you need me
Our love shines like rain
In those Spanish eyes
Spanish eyes
I'll cross the world for green and gold
But it's those Spanish eyes
That get me home, home again
Wey hey hey, baby hang on
Wey hey hey, you know that
The night is young
Dazzled by lights that shine in your eyes
I'm standing in the shadows
And wait for the night
Forever in fever, forever in heat
You pick me up to put me out on the street
Wey hey hey, baby hang on, hang on
Wey hey hey, baby hang on, hang on
'Cause I love the way you talk to me
And I love the way you're mean to me
And I need you
more
Than you need me
The lyrics of the song Spanish Eyes by U2 reveal a complicated and intense love story. The song starts with a plea to not let go of the love they have, even if they feel empty and incomplete without one another. The singer explains that their love is so strong that it shines beautifully, just like the rain in Spanish eyes. This metaphor is a reference to the way Spanish people express their emotions with their eyes. The chorus is repeated several times, emphasizing the intensity of the feelings involved.
As the song progresses, the singer elaborates on his lover's personality traits. He talks about her colorful and vibrant nature, her ability to bring light to his life, and how he is enamored by her conversations and the way she walks. He admits that he is more invested in the relationship than his partner, and that he is willing to cross any distance to be with her.
The final lines of the song are a bit cryptic. The singer addresses his lover again, asking her to hold on. As if acknowledging the turbulence of their relationship, he says that the night is young and that he is standing in the shadows, waiting for the next episode in their love story to unfold.
Line by Line Meaning
Wey hey hey, baby hang on
Hold on, don't let go
Empty heart, beat tight as a drum set
Feeling emotionally drained
Empty love, she'd shine like a song
Superficial love that seems attractive
Our love shines like rain
Our love is powerful and beautiful
In those Spanish eyes
As seen in the eyes of someone from Spain
Wey hey hey, here she comes
Someone is approaching
She comes in colors
She is vibrant and full of life
You know she gonna turn the daylight on
She will bring brightness to a dark day
'Cause I love the way you talk to me
I appreciate the way you communicate with me
And I love the way you walk on me
I enjoy the way you treat me
And I need you more
I depend on you
Oh, than you need me
More than you depend on me
I'll cross the world for green and gold
I will travel great distances for material desires
But it's those Spanish eyes
The person with the Spanish eyes holds greater value
That get me home, home again
They bring a sense of familiarity and comfort
The night is young
There is plenty of time left
Dazzled by lights that shine in your eyes
Immersed in the brightness of your gaze
I'm standing in the shadows
I am hiding in the darkness
And wait for the night
Anticipating the night's events
Forever in fever, forever in heat
Always consumed by passion
You pick me up to put me out on the street
You use me and then discard me
Wey hey hey, baby hang on, hang on
Don't give up, keep holding on
'Cause I love the way you're mean to me
I am drawn to your negative behavior towards me
And I need you
I can't live without you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ADAM CLAYTON, DAVE EVANS, LARRY MULLEN, PAUL ; HEWSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lucianolovito7283
Wey hey hey, baby hang on
Wey hey hey, baby hang on
Empty heart, beat tight as a drum set
Empty love, she'd shine like a song
Wey hey hey, baby hang on (to anything)
Our love shines like rain
In those spanish eyes
Spanish eyes
Wey hey hey, here she comes
She comes in colors
You know she gonna turn the daylight on
'Cause I love the way you talk to me
And I love the way you walk on me
And I need you more
Oh, than you need me
Our love shines like rain
In those spanish eyes
Spanish eyes
I'll cross the world for green and gold
But it's those Spanish eyes
That get me home... home again
Wey hey hey, baby hang on
Wey hey hey, you know that
The night is young
Dazzled by lights that shine in your eyes
I'm standing in the shadows
And wait for the night
Forever in fever, forever in heat
You pick me up to put me out on the street
Wey hey hey, baby hang on, hang on
Wey hey hey, baby hang on, hang on
'Cause I love the way you talk to me
And I love the way you're mean to me
And I need you
@markaliv
Joshua Tree's b-sides are a total treasure.
@Will21st
honestly just as good as the album tracks, they are great companions.
@Romchikthelemon
Not that one. I prefer The Unforgettable Fire bonus disc much more.
@Will21st
@Romchikthelemon I agree
@darellk3644
The b-sides from Unforgettable Fire, Joshua Tree, and Rattle & Hum would make their own awesome double album!!
@jessehammer4440
And if there hadn't been WNEW-FM to give airplay to such relegated tunes, then I sure wouldn't have known this incredible song existed!!!
@panoseddie9975
That is a U2 Anthem from the glorious 80's - greetings from Athens
@fedrapispitsou
hey I’m Greek
@panoseddie9975
@Fedra Pispitsou Γεια σου , οπαδοι των U2 ολοι...εγω ειμαι απο Αθηνα , εσυ ;
@fedrapispitsou
@panos eddie ναι κι εγωωω