Tears From Heaven
Desire Lyrics


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I stared out stained glass windows
But I didn't see anything
I lived just like a shadow
I didn't feel anything
If there's a god in heaven
Won't you tell him to let me in?
I promise I'll be a good girl
I promise I won't give in

And you tell me baby
I know that life can get so hard
Look out that window
You could be dancing in the yard
And I know it's crazy
But we've got to find a spark
Keep on burning
And we'll be dancing in the dark

I tried to walk a thin line
But it didn't do anything
I tried to shut off my ,+mind
But it didn't do anything
You say that god's in heaven
He wants to let me in
I promise I'll be a good girl
I promise I won't give in

And you tell me baby
I know that life can get so hard
Look out that window
You could be dancing in the yard
And I know it's crazy
But we've got to find a spark
Keep on burning
And we'll be dancing in the dark

And you tell me baby
You say la la la la la
Say la la la la la
Tell me baby
la la la la la




Tell me baby
la la la la la

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Tears From Heaven by Desire are a reflection of the internal struggle of the singer, who appears to be going through a phase of emotional numbness and emptiness in her life. The stained glass window and shadow metaphorically represent her detachment from the world and herself. She is seemingly lost and looking for hope, which she believes can come from a higher power.


The idea of the singer trying to play by the rules - walking a thin line and promising to be a good girl - suggests that she may have faced societal pressure or judgement for her actions. She talks about the possibility of being let into heaven, yet it is not clear if she believes in the existence of God or if this is just a rhetorical question.


The chorus presents a ray of hope and serves as a reminder that life can still be enjoyed despite its hardships. It encourages the singer to keep looking for a spark that will light up her life, as represented by the metaphor of dancing in the dark. The chorus also suggests that not everything in life has a logical explanation and that sometimes, we must embrace the irrationality and craziness of it all.


Line by Line Meaning

I stared out stained glass windows
I looked outside through colorful glass panels, but I didn't really see anything.


But I didn't see anything
Despite looking out, I wasn't truly feeling connected to my surroundings.


I lived just like a shadow
I existed without really being noticed or acknowledged by others.


I didn't feel anything
I was numb to my own emotions and the world around me.


If there's a god in heaven
Assuming there is a higher power in the afterlife, beyond our earthly existence.


Won't you tell him to let me in?
Asking for someone to intercede or vouch for her access to heaven.


I promise I'll be a good girl
Making a plea for admission to heaven and a resolution to follow virtuous paths moving forward.


I promise I won't give in
Making a commitment to resist temptation or negative impulses in order to earn a place in heaven.


And you tell me baby
An address to a potential confidant or mentor figure who might have guidance to offer.


I know that life can get so hard
Acknowledging a universal truth about the difficulties we all face throughout our lives.


Look out that window
Suggesting a change in perspective or vantage point to appreciate the beauty of the world and the pleasures of simple moments.


You could be dancing in the yard
Encouraging the listener to embrace opportunities for joy and lightness in everyday life.


And I know it's crazy
Admitting that the suggestion might seem unrealistic or foolish to some people.


But we've got to find a spark
Believing that there is something within us that can ignite passion and fulfillment in our lives, but it requires effort and intention to discover and cultivate it.


Keep on burning
Encouraging the listener to never give up on their pursuit of happiness and purpose in life, even when facing obstacles or setbacks.


And we'll be dancing in the dark
Painting a hopeful picture of celebrating life's joys even when times are tough and the future is uncertain.


I tried to walk a thin line
Attempting to balance conflicting priorities or moral choices.


But it didn't do anything
Finding that the effort was ultimately unproductive and not leading to meaningful progress.


I tried to shut off my mind
Seeking to escape or numb negative thoughts or feelings.


You say that god's in heaven
Referencing someone who believes in a higher power and the possibility of an afterlife.


He wants to let me in
Expressing optimism that admission to heaven is possible for anyone who makes the right choices and lives a virtuous life.




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@user-ru4bs9nd7s

I stared out stained glass windows
But I didn't see anything
I lived just like a shadow
I didn't feel anything
If there's a god in heaven
Won't you tell him to let me in?
I promise I'll be a good girl
I promise I won't give in


And you tell me baby
I know that life can get so hard
Look out that window
You could be dancing in the yard
And I know it's crazy
But we've got to find a spark
Keep on burning
And we'll be dancing in the dark


I tried to walk a thin line
But it didn't do anything
I tried to shut off my mind
But it didn't do anything
You say that god's in heaven
He wants to let me in
I promise I'll be a good girl
I promise I won't give in



@oldneonstudio

"If it is not love what I feel, I do not know what will be.
Since my eyes see the early lights of a new day, until sunset consumes them, you occupy my thoughts.
Like a beautiful obsession, you have entered me.
I have felt a thousand experiences with the mere fact that you came to my mind.
An emptiness invades me, loneliness divides me.
You, yes you, my real love, my true passion, my endless beauty.
Yours are my fears, my weaknesses, and my secrets.
With a thousand beautiful feelings, your beloved Alejandro".
-Marcelo Alejandro Beutelspacher "A Love Letter".



All comments from YouTube:

@MrAndreCoutinho

This is the kind of song that demands to be listened in a loop for several times.

@ItaliansDoItBetterMusic

agreed!

@marceldee1163

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@ItaliansDoItBetterMusic

thank you for listening xo

@edwingonzalez1498

Megan's voice is so angelic ❀ never get tired of listening to desire πŸ™ most underrated band in the world πŸ™Œ

@ItaliansDoItBetterMusic

queen! check out desire's new single "ghosts" out now. video premiere's this tuesday.

@denisesatx

"If there's a God in heaven won't you tell him to let me in. I promise I'll be a good girl, I promise I won't give in....❀

@pigwarts

Megan's vocals will never fail to impress me. There just something so beautifully simplistic about them. 10/10

@ItaliansDoItBetterMusic

we agree!

@user-ru4bs9nd7s

I stared out stained glass windows
But I didn't see anything
I lived just like a shadow
I didn't feel anything
If there's a god in heaven
Won't you tell him to let me in?
I promise I'll be a good girl
I promise I won't give in


And you tell me baby
I know that life can get so hard
Look out that window
You could be dancing in the yard
And I know it's crazy
But we've got to find a spark
Keep on burning
And we'll be dancing in the dark


I tried to walk a thin line
But it didn't do anything
I tried to shut off my mind
But it didn't do anything
You say that god's in heaven
He wants to let me in
I promise I'll be a good girl
I promise I won't give in

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