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.
Hope
Beverley Craven Lyrics
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People with the power, kill to keep their piece,
A string of lies justifies, whatever they decide will be, and steal the right of liberty.
And I hope it's gonna be alright, (it's gonna be alright), alright
And I hope it's gonna be alright, (it's gonna be alright), alright
Naivete, the sanctuary, was bequethed to the young,
we hand them a legacy of all we have become,
And I hope they're gonna see the light, (it's gonna be alright), alright
And I hope they're gonna be alright, (they're gonna be alright), alright
Fuel the fire with our desire, to buy a life of luxury, and peace of mind with charity,
And I hope I'm going to sleep tonight, (it's gonna be alright), alright
And I hope they're gonna be alright, (they're gonna be alright), alright
aaaaar, it's gonna be alright, (it's gonna be alright), alright
aaaaar, (it's gonna be alright), alright
The lyrics to Beverley Craven's "Hope" speak to the current state of politics and society in the world. The song highlights the struggles of the people, in particular the "martyrs of democracy" who are lying in the street. These are people who have stood up against powerful individuals who are willing to kill to keep their power and benefits. The line "A string of lies justifies, whatever they decide will be, and steal the right of liberty" implies that those in authority, with their lies and deceit, have taken away the rights that were once enjoyed by the masses.
The second verse speaks to the naivete of the young generation, who have been given a legacy to inherit. The generation before them has allowed evil minds, blinded by their greed, to commit moral crimes and lose all sight of honesty. However, the hope remains that they will see the light and do what is right, to ensure that the world becomes a better place for all.
The chorus of the song speaks to a desire for things to be alright. The hope is that despite the chaos and turmoil in the world, everything will work out in the end. The line "Fuel the fire with our desire, to buy a life of luxury, and peace of mind with charity" is an acknowledgment that we all have a part to play in making the world a better place. We should use our resources to help others and not always focus on our own needs.
This song is a call to action, to stand up against the injustices and moral crimes of those in authority. It is a reminder that we all have a part to play in creating a better world for generations to come.
Line by Line Meaning
The Martyrs of democracy are lying in the street,
Those who fought for democracy now lay dead on the streets.
People with the power, kill to keep their piece,
People in power murder to maintain their control.
A string of lies justifies, whatever they decide will be, and steal the right of liberty.
Lies are used to justify stripping away people's freedom and rights.
And I hope it's gonna be alright, (it's gonna be alright), alright
Despite the current situation, the artist hopes everything will work out.
Naivete, the sanctuary, was bequethed to the young,
The young are given a false sense of security and innocence.
we hand them a legacy of all we have become,
The previous generation leaves behind a legacy of their actions.
The moral crimes of evil minds, forever blinded by their greed, have lost all sight of honesty.
Greed has led some to commit moral crimes, making them incapable of seeing the truth.
And I hope they're gonna see the light, (it's gonna be alright), alright
The artist hopes that those blinded by greed will find enlightenment and do what's right.
Fuel the fire with our desire, to buy a life of luxury, and peace of mind with charity,
Desire for luxury is fueled at the expense of donating to charity and helping those in need.
And I hope I'm going to sleep tonight, (it's gonna be alright), alright
Even though there is much to worry about, the artist hopes to find peace in sleep.
And I hope they're gonna be alright, (they're gonna be alright), alright
The singer hopes that everyone, including those in power, will be okay.
aaaaar, it's gonna be alright, (it's gonna be alright), alright
Reiterating the hope that everything will be okay.
aaaaar, (it's gonna be alright), alright
Continuing to reassure that everything will be okay.
Contributed by William V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
eric vuillemey
This live version is amazing ! Thank you Beverley. I pray for you and your daughters.
Mistress Anya [The Bitch]
One of Beverley's best and most overlooked songs. As applicable to the political and economic situation today in 2018, as it was back in 1992.
Lyn Wood
And still, in 2022!
kika Aguirre
Excelente letra es lo que pasa en este tiempo en el mundo
gavmusic
Very powerful song
Pure Human
Well we’ll well.. a masterpiece of prophetic artistry!
Elie Salama
Do I dream??? Why are there only 11 971 views???? My dear Beverly, you should come to France where your music is really appreciated, I used to wake up every morning between 1996 and 1999 with your song "promise me", each morning the radio was playing it. Now I discover songs I've never heard of you, and I put them on repeat sometimes for several hours...more than ten.
Have a blessed day! I wish you a long and happy life, and after that an eternal dwelling in the Green Paradize......
Małgosia Borkowy
Beautiful 😍
kikenrique1313
Extraordinaire
vitara20102012
The prayer!!!