Background
Ben Haenow was born in 1985 and grew up in Croydon, UK, attending Spring Park Primary and then Edenham High School. He was in a band with his brother, Alex, called The Lost Audio. Prior to winning the UK X-Factor in 2014, Ben Haenow was a van driver.
After The Show
After winning the show, Ben went on to release his self-titled debut album Ben Haenow in 2015. This was preceded by the single Second Hand Heart which featured American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson.
In 2017, Ben released the new single Alive, which was followed by the tracks Forgive & Forget and Rising.
New single Falling Down was released on April 6, 2018.
His second album is due to be released in May, 2018. The name has not yet been revealed.
Lions
Ben Haenow Lyrics
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Doesn't matter anymore
Here we stand
Now hold my hand
Spinning like a satellite
Caught up in your shadow
And I don't know why, but I'm hypnotised
You got my heart right open here
In the darkness, you light up the room
(you know you do)
You're the fire that keeps on burning through
I'm surrounded, I know it's no use
ohh Cause in the darkness, you light up the room
We belong within the sea
Caught up on an energy
Dont look back at what we had
I will give up everything
You'll be crashing into me
Let this night be set alight
In the darkness, you light up the room
(you know you do)
You're the fire that keeps on burning through
I'm surrounded, I know it's no use
ohh Cause in the darkness, you light up the room
I wanna fall in and be helpless
I'm gonna dive under the waves
I've never felt anything like this
Now I don't ever wanna be saved
And I, wanna get thrown to the lions
You got my heart right open here
In the darkness, you light up the room
(you know you do)
You're the fire that keeps on burning through
I'm surrounded, I know it's no use
ohh Cause in the darkness, you light up the room
The song "Lions" by Ben Haenow is a love song that expresses a strong desire to take risks and be with the person he loves. The lyrics suggest that the past doesn't matter and that they should focus on the present moment, as they spin like a satellite, caught up in each other's energy. Haenow admits that he is hypnotized by his lover and wants to get thrown to the lions. This means he is willing to face any challenge or danger as long as he's with her, as she's managed to open up his heart.
The lyrics continue to describe how the person he loves lights up the room even in the darkest of times. They belong together in the sea of energy, and the night should be set alight as they give in to their passion. Haenow is willing to give up everything as she crashes into him. He wants to fall in and be helpless as he dives under the waves, experiencing a love he's never felt before. He doesn't ever want to be saved from what he's experiencing, and he's willing to follow her into the unknown.
In summary, the song conveys a powerful sense of love and devotion, where the singer puts himself completely at the mercy of the person he loves. The lyrics are deeply emotional, highlighting the intense connection and energy between the two lovers.
Line by Line Meaning
Everything that's gone before
The past doesn't matter anymore.
Doesn't matter anymore
The past doesn't affect what's happening now.
Here we stand
We are in the present moment.
Now hold my hand
Let's face the future together.
Spinning like a satellite
Feeling lost and dizzy, caught up in someone's orbit.
Caught up in your shadow
Obsessed and unable to break free of someone's influence.
And I don't know why, but I'm hypnotised
Feeling under someone's spell.
I wanna get thrown to the lions
I want to face my fears head on.
You got my heart right open here
My heart is vulnerable and exposed to you.
In the darkness, you light up the room
You bring light and hope to dark times.
(you know you do)
You are aware of your impact on me.
You're the fire that keeps on burning through
You keep me going and give me strength.
I'm surrounded, I know it's no use
I am trapped and unable to escape.
ohh Cause in the darkness, you light up the room
You bring light and clarity to confusion and uncertainty.
We belong within the sea
We are part of something bigger and more powerful.
Caught up on an energy
Energised and unable to resist the flow of life.
Dont look back at what we had
Don't dwell on the past, focus on the present.
I will give up everything
I am willing to sacrifice everything for you.
You'll be crashing into me
You will consume and overwhelm me.
Let this night be set alight
Let's have an intense and unforgettable experience together.
I wanna fall in and be helpless
I want to give myself completely to you.
I'm gonna dive under the waves
I am willing to take risks and immerse myself in the unknown.
I've never felt anything like this
This is a new and intense experience for me.
Now I don't ever wanna be saved
I never want to escape this feeling.
Writer(s): Jonathan Ian Green, Michael Jai
Contributed by Wyatt B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.