She had her greatest success in the early 90s, and is best known for the hit "Promise Me" which hit Number 3 in the UK singles chart in 1991 and is taken from her self-titled debut album released in 1990. Craven achieved another five entries in the same chart over the next two years.
After first meeting backstage at a Tears for Fears concert, Craven married singer/songwriter Colin Campsie, and the couple now have three daughters. Campsie and Craven used to own the top & bottom flats in a three-storey house in London. When the person in the middle moved out, they bought the flat and converted the building back into one house. The family now live in Buckinghamshire.
She survived Breast cancer in 2005, and was given the all clear in February 2006.
Castle In The Clouds
Beverley Craven Lyrics
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Spend your life trying to break them down again
Like an island, in a sea that breathes revenge
When we talk sometimes you're a looking glass
Every word from the blueprint of your past
In the distance there's a castle in the clouds
And our love will make us strong together
We can be in love forever
When I get lonely, hold me
We will understand each other
You will be my friend and lover
When we're far apart
You're in my heart I'm in your dreams
So you call a friend up for company
Drown your tears at a table set for three
There's a shoulder and a change of scenery
But when you wake tomorrow you're back again
And you wonder where it's all going to end
In the distance there's a castle in the clouds
And our love will make us strong together
We can be in love forever
Just the two of us
When I get lonely, hold me
We will understand each other
You will be my friend and lover
When we're far apart
You're in my heart I'm in your dreams
The lyrics of Castle In The Clouds by Beverley Craven speak about the difficulties and challenges faced in a relationship, and how love can make a couple stronger together. The first verse encourages the listener not to waste time on building barriers in a relationship that they will eventually try to break down again. The imagery of an island in a sea of revenge suggests that these barriers may be futile and harmful to the relationship in the long run. The second half of the verse refers to how the listener's past experiences may affect their current relationship and communication.
The chorus, which repeats twice throughout the song, is a hopeful message of togetherness and understanding. The metaphor of a castle in the clouds suggests the possibility of a happy ending, but it is also elusive, just like the castle itself. However, the singer believes that with love, they can overcome any obstacles and be in love forever, just the two of them. The bridge speaks of the longing for companionship and understanding, even when physically apart.
Overall, Castle In The Clouds is a poignant ballad about the power of love to forge a deep connection between two people and overcome life's challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
You can waste your time building barriers
People often waste time trying to create obstacles for themselves.
Spend your life trying to break them down again
People can spend their whole lives trying to undo the barriers they have created for themselves.
Like an island, in a sea that breathes revenge
Individuals who isolate themselves from others can find themselves in hostile surroundings.
When we talk sometimes you're a looking glass
When we communicate, you can reveal things about myself that I was not yet aware of.
Every word from the blueprint of your past
Your past experiences shape the way you communicate and see the world.
In the distance there's a castle in the clouds
There is something worth striving for, even if it seems unrealistic or unattainable.
And our love will make us strong together
Our love for each other will help us overcome obstacles and difficult situations together.
We can be in love forever
Our love can endure the test of time and last forever.
Just the two of us
We only need each other to make our love last.
When I get lonely, hold me
During times of loneliness, physical touch and comfort from the other person can make all the difference.
We will understand each other
Through communication and empathy, we can develop a deeper understanding of one another.
You will be my friend and lover
You will be both my partner in romance and my close friend in life.
When we're far apart
Even when we are physically separated, our emotional connection remains strong.
You're in my heart I'm in your dreams
We hold a special place in each other's hearts and minds, even when we cannot be physically together.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BEVERLEY CRAVEN
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Nuno Ribeiro
I love Beverly she’s voice is amazing and piano just perfect
Deb Blackmore
Beautiful lady voice absolutely stunning love you keep fighting proud of you x
hinkali100
very beautiful voice, very beautiful music, very beautiful piano, very beautiful woman.
Briditte Bargeot
And such touching lyrics...
Rio Herwindo
@권희석 yes
Rio Herwindo
yes... she is
권희석
Indeed Very much so dear
Anita Faith
What a haunting and very beautiful masterpiece!
Mistress Anya [The Bitch]
When can we have this entire concert available on Bluray to purchase?
John Ingram
I wonder why the audio track shifted at about 0:53 to the studio recording. The live audio was sounding really good. And her performance was so close to the original that it was nearly seamless. I heard the shift, but didn't realize what had happened until the end of the first chorus. The similarity to the original was uncanny, so I went back and investigated.