Heat Goes On
Asia (Rock) Lyrics
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You talk soft, but you're thinking aloud
And you know, exactly what you want
You box shy, you're hard to get
You got the face that I can't forget
And I know, I know The Heat Goes On
I know that The Heat Goes On
You play tight, you're nobody's fool
You're not cold, but I know that you're cool
Look at you, I know The Heat Goes On
Now tell me, with your hand on you're heart
That you knew, you were right from the start
And you're sure, you felt it all along
You know that The Heat Goes On
You know that The Heat Goes On
Times to decide, times that I've lied
Problems will never be solved
Which way is wrong, which could be right?
This heat will always go on
You walk tall, got your head in the clouds
You talk soft, but you're thinking aloud
And you know, exactly what you want
You box shy, you're hard to get
You got the face that I'll never forget
You and I know, we know The Heat Goes On
In the song "Heat Goes On" by Asia, a person is described as having confidence in their thoughts and desires. They walk tall and speak softly, but their thoughts are always on the forefront of their mind. The singer is enamored by this person's features, such as their box shy demeanor and unforgettable face. The singer and the subject both know that the heat, or intensity, of their emotions and experiences will continue on.
The lyrics paint a picture of someone who is self-assured and knows what they want out of life. They may have been hurt in the past, as suggested by the lines "times that I've lied, problems will never be solved," but they still move forward with conviction. The repetition of "I know that The Heat Goes On" emphasizes this enduring mindset.
The overall message of the song is that life may be uncertain and full of obstacles, but one's resolve and passion can propel them forward. The Heat, or intensity of one's ambition and drive, will continue even when times are tough.
Line by Line Meaning
You walk tall, got your head in the clouds
Confident and full of dreams
You talk soft, but you're thinking aloud
Your inner thoughts are evident
And you know, exactly what you want
Determined to get your way
You box shy, you're hard to get
You guard your heart from others
You got the face that I can't forget
Your beauty is etched in my memory
And I know, I know The Heat Goes On
Our passion will never die
You play tight, you're nobody's fool
You're careful with your emotions
You're not cold, but I know that you're cool
You have a calm and collected demeanor
Look at you, I know The Heat Goes On
I'm captivated by your allure
Now tell me, with your hand on your heart
Be honest with yourself and me
That you knew, you were right from the start
You felt the same attraction
And you're sure, you felt it all along
This was meant to be all along
You know that The Heat Goes On
Our fiery attraction perseveres
Times to decide, times that I've lied
Difficult choices, dishonest moments
Problems will never be solved
Our issues will always remain
Which way is wrong, which could be right?
Uncertainty about future choices
This heat will always go on
Our passion will never fade away
You walk tall, got your head in the clouds
Confident and full of dreams
You talk soft, but you're thinking aloud
Your inner thoughts are evident
And you know, exactly what you want
Determined to get your way
You box shy, you're hard to get
You guard your heart from others
You got the face that I'll never forget
Your beauty is etched in my memory
You and I know, we know The Heat Goes On
Our passion is undeniable
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: GEOFF DOWNES, JOHN KENNETH WETTON
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