Paradise
Diana Ross Lyrics


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Paradise is what you're looking for
Paradise is what you're looking for

Are you looking for some place you can be free
Are you looking, looking for someone you want to be
You ran away from home girl - searching for your Shangri-la
Wherever you may roam girl in my mind you won't be far
Paradise is what you're looking for
Paradise is what you're looking for

You're a prisoner inside a gilded cage
You keep praying sayin' there must be a better way
You've got the best intentions of this I don't have any doubts
I can't help but to mention don't you know what life's about

Paradise is what you're looking for
Paradise is what you're looking for

Paradise is what you're looking for
Paradise is what you're looking for





Paradise is what you're looking for
Paradise is what you're looking for

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Diana Ross's "Paradise" speak of the human desire for freedom and self-discovery. The song is addressed to a girl who has run away from home and is searching for her own "Shangri-la" – her own personal paradise. The idea of paradise, in this context, represents a place of total freedom and liberation where someone can discover their true selves and find happiness.


The song touches on the idea of feeling trapped or stuck in one's current situation. The girl in the song is described as being a "prisoner inside a gilded cage," suggesting that although she may have material comforts, she is still not truly happy. She is searching for something more, something that will bring her true happiness and fulfillment.


Despite the girl's situation, the singer has faith in her and believes that she will eventually find her paradise. The repeated refrain, "Paradise is what you're looking for," serves as both a reminder of what the girl is searching for and a gentle encouragement to keep searching until she finds it.


Overall, the lyrics of "Paradise" speak to the human desire for fulfillment and a sense of purpose. The song suggests that everyone has their own personal paradise to discover and that it is within their reach if they continue to search for it.


Line by Line Meaning

Paradise is what you're looking for
You are searching for a place where you can be free and truly be yourself, a paradise.


Are you looking for some place you can be free
Are you searching for a place where you can be liberated and not constrained by societal norms?


Are you looking, looking for someone you want to be
Are you searching for a version of yourself that you truly want to be?


You ran away from home girl - searching for your Shangri-la
You left your home in search of your utopia or your ideal place in the world.


Wherever you may roam girl in my mind you won't be far
No matter where you go, I will always keep you close in my thoughts.


You're a prisoner inside a gilded cage
You feel trapped in a life of luxury and comfort, but still unfulfilled and unsatisfied.


You keep praying sayin' there must be a better way
You keep hoping and longing for a better life or a better situation.


You've got the best intentions of this I don't have any doubts
You have the purest of intentions, and I am certain of your sincerity.


I can't help but to mention don't you know what life's about
I cannot help but remind you that life is about finding true joy, happiness, and fulfillment.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group

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@johnkennedy1315

Never gets old...

@yutianchen5295

This Song is just "SUPREME"

@tanyakelly1260

Miss Diana Ross always looks fabulous love everything she sings and a great video

@darrylshaunavery8854

Ms Ross You are Endless Paradise.

@MrPeclo

Marvellous Diana Ross.

@dancelover020

The shep Pettibone mix was a killer!! Got loads of play in the clubs went to back then!!! Should have been a huge hit everywhere!!

@anthonyandrews4499

YES BACK IN MY CLUB DAYS.

@daniyyel1317

House Diana '89 yasss! xx

@hiramyawicks1287

Love this song and Diana Ross!

@briandutille9649

Me too!!

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