'Congratulations' was a global hit as it became a much bigger hit than 'La, La, La', which beat Cliff in the 1968 Eurovision song contest. Shortly after 'Congratulations', which was one of his solo efforts, Cliff recorded his last single with The Shadows. Again in 1973, with 'Power to All Our Friends', he entered the Eurovision song contest--this time reaching 3rd place.
The most sold artist in British Pop history - with over 40 top hits.
Worked with Stock Aitken Waterman in 1989 and the single "I Just Don't Have The Heart".
Sixty appearances at Wembley, plus sellout tour to celebrate 50 years in the business.
First hit: Move It, 1958, first no. 1: Living Doll
As big as he is in the UK, he has only had 3 Top 10 hits in the USA with the biggest still being his breakthrough 1976 single "Devil Woman" which made it all the way to #6.
Has also worked with Elton John, Mark Knopfler, Julian Lennon, Freddie Mercury, Stevie Wonder, Phil Everly, Janet Jackson, Sheila Walsh, Van Morrison, and Olivia Newton-John.
Angel
Cliff Richard Lyrics
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With the rivers runnin' to the sea
But ever since I lost my baby
I'm not sure that's how it's supposed to be
No need to try and hide this empty feelin'
It's hard to smile when I'm so sad
God's got so many angels up in heaven
The only angel I've ever had
I ever had
Now I know you don't hear me darlin'
Still I want to take this time to say
How much I truly loved you
And how sorry I am, sorry I am you went away
No need to try and hide it
Yeah I'm broken hearted and sad
'cause god's got so many angels up in heaven
Why'd he take the only angel
The only angel I've ever had
I ever had
I just can't hide this empty feelin'
When everybody knows that I'm sad
God's got so many angels up in heaven
Why'd he take the only angel
The only angel I've ever had
I ever had
(he took the only angel) I ever had
(the only angel) I've ever had
(he took the only angel) I ever had
In the song "Only Angel," Cliff Richard laments the loss of his one true love, his "only angel." The lyrics paint a picture of a man who is supposed to be strong and dependable, like a mountain with rivers running to the sea, but who is instead left feeling empty and broken-hearted since losing his partner. He questions why God would take his only angel, someone who was so important to him and who brought him so much joy in life.
The lyrics are a poignant expression of grief and the complexities of coping with loss. The song captures the feeling of helplessness and confusion that often accompany the sudden absence of a loved one. Despite the sadness expressed in the lyrics, the melody and Richard's vocal performance convey a sense of hope and resilience. The chorus repeats the phrase "why'd he take the only angel," as if to convey the singer's futile attempts to make sense of the situation.
Overall, "Only Angel" is a powerful ballad that reflects on the idea that even the strongest and most dependable among us can feel lost and alone when faced with the loss of someone special.
Line by Line Meaning
A man's supposed to be a mountain
A man is expected to be strong and unmovable like a mountain.
With the rivers runnin' to the sea
People should look up to a man and see him as a leader who guides others towards their goals.
But ever since I lost my baby
Since losing my significant other, my life has changed drastically.
I'm not sure that's how it's supposed to be
I'm uncertain whether a man is really meant to be so stoic and unfeeling.
No need to try and hide this empty feelin'
There's no point in pretending that I'm not feeling this sadness and loneliness.
It's hard to smile when I'm so sad
I'm feeling so down that it's difficult to even fake being happy.
God's got so many angels up in heaven
There are countless good people in heaven that God has taken away from us.
Why'd he take the only angel
Why did God have to take my special person away when there are so many others to choose from?
The only angel I've ever had
The person I lost was the most important one in my life.
Now I know you don't hear me darlin'
I'm aware that my loved one can't hear my words, but that won't stop me from saying them.
Still I want to take this time to say
I need to take the opportunity to express my feelings even if they can't be heard.
How much I truly loved you
I loved you more than anything in the world.
And how sorry I am, sorry I am you went away
I'm deeply apologetic that they had to leave me and I couldn't prevent it.
Yeah I'm broken hearted and sad
I'm feeling inconsolable and shattered inside.
(he took the only angel) I ever had
God took away the one person who meant everything to me.
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Angel, with those Angel eyes
Come and take this earth boy
Up to paradise
Angel, may I hold you tight?
I never kissed an Angel
Let me kiss one tonight
If I said "I love you"
Would I be speaking out of turn?
I'm only human
But I'm willing to learn
Angel, make my wish come true
Let me be in heaven
Here on earth with you
@gloriagarcia4351
Cliff once again used his magic making this song so beautiful above the others.
@glorialobigas1742
Very beautiful & lively song as only Sir Cliff can deliver, oh how I love it
@StuC5
Two things make this song for me: (1) the two upward key changes, adding drama to the melody, and (2) the piano play-out at the end. Good to hear it again.
@ireneandrews6486
100% 🎵🎶🎤🎸💞💎❤️❤️😊
@johnnewson2
One of Cliff's best.
@jantonon759
The original
https://youtu.be/NBk0YB_uO6Q
@iansmethurst3610
Your so right.. love it.
@josinijdam8700
🍀💕🍀👼angel my favorite beautiful song song by sir Cliff Richard love 💕 this song so much beautiful 👌🏽🍀💕🍀
@probyperson1
A very different cover of an Elvis original...both great in very different ways!!
@gloriagarcia4351
Love this beautiful song, showcasing Cliff's beautiful voice & style.