'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.
Two Hearts
Cliff Richard Lyrics
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On the night you began
Meant everything-the closest thing
That your heart ever had
But dreams change-change your heart
And interfere with your plans
The same heart-the same love
Are now out of my hands
When two hearts drift away
You can hear the voices say
Tha the real diamond ring
Didn't ever really mean a thing
When two hearts drift away
A lonely voice begins to say
There's no room for anyone
But you're thinking over what you've done
Well here you go-now you're free
Free to go where you please
But when you're free-all you hear
Is your lonely heart beat
When two hearts drift away
You can hear the voices say
Tha the real diamond ring
Didn't ever really mean a thing
When two hearts drift away
A lonely voice begins to say
There's no room for anyone
But you're thinking over what you've done
When two hearts drift away
You can hear the voices say
Tha the real diamond ring
Didn't ever really mean a thing
When two hearts drift away
A lonely voice begins to say
There's no room for anyone
But you're thinking over what you've done
The same heart-the same love
On the night you began
Meant everything-the closest thing
That your heart ever had
The lyrics to Cliff Richard's song "Two Hearts" discuss the inevitability of relationships drifting apart, and the difficult emotions that follow such a separation. The opening lines suggest that the singer and their partner once shared a deep affection, with "the same heart-the same love" binding them together. However, this unity is disrupted by shifting dreams and changing hearts, ultimately leading to a break-up that leaves the love "out of my hands."
The chorus laments the loneliness that follows a break-up, with the suggestion that the "real diamond ring" that seemed so important at the start of the relationship no longer holds any meaning. Instead, the separation is accompanied by a sense of resignation about the role of fate in romantic connections: "When two hearts drift away / You can hear the voices say / There's no room for anyone / But you're thinking over what you've done."
Overall, "Two Hearts" presents a melancholic perspective on the dashed hopes and broken promises that can accompany the end of a romantic relationship. By exploring the emotions that come with inevitable changes in love, the song touches on themes that are relevant to anyone who has experienced the heartache of break-up.
Line by Line Meaning
The same heart-the same love
The love that was once shared between two individuals was strong and genuine.
On the night you began
At the start of the relationship, this love was present and felt deeply.
Meant everything-the closest thing
This love was the most important and meaningful thing in their lives.
That your heart ever had
The love they shared was the strongest and purest feeling that either of them had ever experienced.
But dreams change-change your heart
Aspirations and hopes can alter how someone feels about another person.
And interfere with your plans
These dreams impact decisions and can cause conflict with the future that was initially intended.
The same heart-the same love
Even though the love was once strong, it is now unmanageable and has fallen apart.
Are now out of my hands
The relationship has ended and there is nothing they can do to change it or fix it.
When two hearts drift away
When love fades between two people, they become emotionally distant from each other.
You can hear the voices say
You start to hear doubts and negative comments from external sources.
That the real diamond ring
The symbol of love, the engagement ring, is no longer meaningful with the absence of true love.
Didn't ever really mean a thing
The ring no longer represents the love and commitment that it once did.
A lonely voice begins to say
A feeling of hurt and loneliness sets in.
There's no room for anyone
There isn't space for another person in your life when your heart is broken and the relationship is over.
But you're thinking over what you've done
Reflecting on what came before and analyzing the past can be very helpful in moving forward.
Well here you go-now you're free
Although it's painful, there is a sense of liberation when a relationship has ended.
Free to go where you please
There are no obligations to anyone and the freedom to make choices is yours alone.
But when you're free-all you hear
Even with newfound freedom, the echoes of heartbreak still resonate and cause pain.
Is your lonely heart beat
You feel isolated and alone when you're stepping forward without love.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALAN TARNEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
the king
Cliff is a National Treasure , 80 and still Rocking 💖 How many of today's singers will last as long as Cliff?
Eugene Barry
Sir Cliff at his best, a combination of good song,great music, brilliant vocal and arrangement. Great music never dates.
lakotamoondancer
And good looks!
James Dunn
Well said!
James Dunn
Well said!
Terezia Kováčová
Krásny rytmicky song,ktorý bol a stále je veľkým hitom aj po 30. rokov.Sir Cliff pôsobí energicky milo .Tú pieseň mám milujem.Ďakujem Cliff Richard.👍👍👍❤❤❤
purijohnston
SIR CLIFF RICHARD is a TRUE LIVING LEGEND!!! LONG LIVE THE LEGEND!!! THERE'S NOBODY LIKE HIM!!! HE'S ONE IN A BILLION!!! I'm one of your COUNTLESS DEVOTED FAITHFUL FANS!!! I NEVER get tired watching you on YOUTUBE!!! GOD BLESS YOU & MORE POWER TO YOU, SIR CLIFF RICHARD!!! YOU'RE ONE OF A KIND!!!
Galinka Denis
I love this song and video. This is a real ocean of fans whose hearts beat in unison with your heart. All the best to you Cliff, thank you for the beautiful songs.💕🎶
Fran Trickett
Sir Cliff is truly the best of the best. 82 this year and still as good as he ever was. A truly amazing, caring person!!! ❤
Alexander Skene
I grew up with his magnific songs👍 he is the best!!!!👌