Their biggest hit was the single Heaven Knows, a single by Donna Summer featuring Joe Esposito on second lead and the group singing backup. Released on the Casablanca label in January 1979, the single reached # 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. A version of the song is featured on Summer's Live and More album. Their version of the song appears on the band's 1979 album, Sleepless Nights, with Esposito singing the lead vocal and Summer singing second lead with the group again contributing backing vocals, and credited as "Brooklyn Dreams with Donna Summer". The band sang backup on other tracks from several Summer albums during this period
Heaven Knows
Brooklyn Dreams Lyrics
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Please, don't take your love from me
I am yours forever more
'Til eternity
Silently
Listen to the words I say
Well, I'm not talking just for play
Heaven knows
It's not the way it should be
And Heaven knows
It's not the way it could be
Don't you know?
There's no need to leave
Heaven knows
I never wanna leave you
Heaven knows
Only wanna please you
Don't you know?
Love is what I need
Down inside
Don't get caught with foolish pride
Put all the other things aside
It's only you and me
Believe in us
We were always meant to be
Me for you and you for me
Till eternity
Heaven knows
It's not the way it should be
And Heaven knows
It's not the way it could be
And don't you know?
There's no need to leave
Heaven knows
I never wanna leave you
Heaven knows
I only wanna please you
Don't you know?
Love is what I need
Heaven knows
It's not the way it should be
And Heaven knows
It's not the way it could be
Don't you know?
There's no need to leave
Heaven knows
It's not the way it should be
And Heaven knows
It's not the way it could be
And don't you know?
There's no need to leave
"Heaven Knows" is a classic love song about a man's plea to his significant other to not leave him. The first verse expresses the singer's love and devotion to his partner, assuring her that he will remain faithful until the end of time. The next verse is a plea to his lover to listen to his words with sincerity and not dismiss his feelings as mere words without meaning. He then goes on to repeat the song's title, "Heaven Knows," reminding his partner that their relationship should not be the way it currently is. The chorus affirms his unwavering desire to stay with her, to make her happy and to never leave her. The bridge emphasizes the importance of removing all pride and distractions and focusing solely on the love between the two individuals. The meaning of the song is simple but powerful--that true love should be cherished and not taken for granted.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, please
Please listen to me
Please, don't take your love from me
I don't want to lose your love
I am yours forever more
I am committed to you for eternity
'Til eternity
Forever and ever
Silently
Quietly and attentively
Listen to the words I say
Pay attention to what I am saying
Well, I'm not talking just for play
I am serious and sincere
Listen to me, please
Please hear me out
Heaven knows
The universe knows
It's not the way it should be
This situation is not ideal
And Heaven knows
And the universe knows
It's not the way it could be
This situation could be better
Don't you know?
Do you not understand?
There's no need to leave
There is no reason to end our relationship
Heaven knows
The universe knows
I never wanna leave you
I don't want to ever lose you
Only wanna please you
I want to make you happy
Love is what I need
All I need is your love
Down inside
Deep within my heart
Don't get caught with foolish pride
Don't let pride ruin our relationship
Put all the other things aside
Let's forget about everything else
It's only you and me
We are all that matter
Believe in us
Have faith in our relationship
We were always meant to be
We were destined to be together
Me for you and you for me
We are meant to love and support each other
Heaven knows
The universe knows
It's not the way it should be
This situation is not ideal
And Heaven knows
And the universe knows
It's not the way it could be
This situation could be better
And don't you know?
And do you not understand?
There's no need to leave
There is no reason to end our relationship
Heaven knows
The universe knows
I never wanna leave you
I don't want to ever lose you
Only wanna please you
I want to make you happy
Don't you know?
Do you not understand?
Love is what I need
All I need is your love
Heaven knows
The universe knows
It's not the way it should be
This situation is not ideal
And Heaven knows
And the universe knows
It's not the way it could be
This situation could be better
Don't you know?
Do you not understand?
There's no need to leave
There is no reason to end our relationship
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GIORGIO MORODER, PETE BELLOTTE, DONNA SUMMER
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@billnmike
No matter what people say about disco, it truly brought people of different races and socio-economic standings together. Even gay and straight people that would have never associated with each other were free to be one in 1970's discos. Till the day I die I will love disco music. BTW, Donna Summer was and is still one of the most beautiful women. I think at one time she hated her connection as a queen of disco, but I think she embraces it now. Donna you are wonderful!
@jlchandl1
You can't deny Whitney and Mariah's talents, but this lady was it!!! The last word - I mean a voice that she knew how to control and it was flawless. I'm glad I came across this to see her with the her husband (left side of the screen playing guitar) and performing with his brothers. Thanks for posting this. Miss you Donna - RIP.
@adelgado75
I love a singer who sounds the same live as they do on recordings.
@shantihealer
The chemistry between these two is incendiary. She was the ultimate pop diva during the ultimate pop era. What a fantastic duet.
@keithswordsman
That guy has a terrific sound. Rich and rangy, somewhere between rock and soul. They sound so good together. Wish Brooklyn Dreams had broken out a bit more. One of my favorite Donna tracks. Thank you Donna for the music. Gonna miss you, lady!
@BigRussell
Also, unless you were also a fan of Brooklyn Dreams, not many people knew that Donna and Brooklyn Dreams also recorded, "Heaven Knows" for their album. On the version recorded for Brooklyn Dreams album, Donna and Joey reversed vocals. She sang secondary while Joey sang lead.....it was pretty cool finding that out.
@youreadyfreddie
I've always loved the way their voices worked together.
@LivInAwe
I miss singers with this much talent performing on stage. You're absolutely right about the reversal. Awesome talent.
@kylelifesk8high
i am 13 and i am not ashamed to say that I LOVE THIS SONG i cant seem to get enough of it. why was i born in a time music has somewhat died, i mean there are exceptions like Adele, but stars like Donna, Whitney, Micheal, Selena quintanilla, and many more will never come again :( what a shame. R.I.P
@adrianblakley1026
this song is fantastic, Donna Summer is stunning, the guy has a great voice.