Heaven
Emeli Sandé Lyrics


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Will you recognize me
In those flashing lights?
I try to keep my heart beat
But I can't get it right

Will you recognize me
When I'm lying on my back?
Somethings gone inside me
And I can't get it back

Oh heaven, oh heaven
I wake with good intentions
But the day, it always lasts too long
Then I'm gone
Oh heaven, oh heaven
I wake with good intentions
But the day, it always lasts too long

Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone

Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone

Will you recognize me
When I'm stealing from a car
You're not gonna like me
I'm nothing like before

Will you recognize me
When I lose another friend
Will you learn to leave me
Or give me one more try again

Oh heaven, oh heaven
I wake with good intentions
But the day, it always lasts too long
Then I'm gone
Oh heaven, oh heaven
I wake with good intentions
But the day, it always lasts too long

Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone

Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone

Oh heaven, oh heaven
I wait with good intentions

Oh heaven, oh heaven
I wait with good intentions

Oh heaven, oh heaven
I wait with good intentions

You say that you're away
I try but always break
'Cause the day always lasts too long

Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone

Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone

Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone

Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone




Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Heaven" by Emeli Sandé convey a sense of desperation and a desire for redemption. The song is likely about someone who is struggling with addiction or other self-destructive behaviors and is asking for forgiveness and acceptance from those they love, particularly in the face of their mistakes. The lyrics suggest that the singer is struggling to keep their heart beating and that they feel as though something inside of them has been lost or broken.


The references to flashing lights and stealing from a car suggest that the singer is engaging in dangerous or illegal activities, perhaps as a means of coping with their inner turmoil or addiction. However, despite these actions, the singer is still seeking recognition and love from those around them. The repeated refrain of "Oh heaven, oh heaven" suggests a longing for redemption and a belief that forgiveness is possible, even in the face of their mistakes.


Line by Line Meaning

Will you recognize me In those flashing lights?
As the singer enters into a world of fast-paced and exciting liveliness, they wonder if the person they once were would still be known in this unfamiliar and intense environment.


I try to keep my heart beat But I can't get it right
Even though the singer wants to blend in and enjoy themselves, they are finding it difficult to keep up with the rhythm and energy of the environment.


When I'm lying on my back? Somethings gone inside me And I can't get it back
As the singer reaches a vulnerable state of being, they feel as if some part of them has been lost and can't be recovered.


Oh heaven, oh heaven I wake with good intentions But the day, it always lasts too long Then I'm gone
The artist enters each day with aspirations to do well, but they are worn down and ultimately exhausted by the end of the day, causing them to lose themselves.


When I'm stealing from a car You're not gonna like me I'm nothing like before
As the artist finds themselves resorting to an immoral act, they anticipate the disapproval of their loved ones and acknowledge that they are a different person from before.


When I lose another friend Will you learn to leave me Or give me one more try again
As the singer continues making mistakes, they are afraid of losing the people close to them and wonder if anyone would ever extend grace towards them for one more chance.


Oh heaven, oh heaven I wait with good intentions
Despite their frequent shortcomings, the singer still holds onto hope that they will be better and aims to start each day with good intentions.


You say that you're away I try but always break 'Cause the day always lasts too long Then I'm gone
The artist seems to be addressing a significant other or someone they care for, confessing that they struggle to uphold their commitments due to the exhaustion that arises from everyday life.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Michael Spencer, Shahid Khan, Hugo Chegwin, Harry Craze, Adele Emily Sande

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@EvangelistLorraineDailyJohnson

I died in my sleep, and NO, I wasn't dreaming. Plus, when I came back, I felt the presence of Heaven all over me. It was so wonderful to where I can't even begin to describe it.

I gave my life to Jesus on July 24, 1983. And on July 24, 2021, I was extremely tired when I went to sleep and died. But, I woke up in Heaven. And an angel or Jesus was staring me in the face. I couldn't tell which one it was because he was very close staring me in the face. Then, another angel took over and started commanding other angels to go and get me GREAT things because of what I did in my life. Then I saw my dog who passed away many years earlier. My dog looked ghostly and the person who brought my dog (was bent over my dog to restrain her) looked ghostly too. But, me, Jesus and the angel or the two angels we didn't look ghostly; but, we looked solid like physical. Then the angel looked at me and said that I could see my dog but my dog couldn't stay. After the angel said that I was back in my bed too weak to get out of the bed. My husband walked in the room, and I tried to tell him that I just died and went to Heaven. But, it was too hard to speak. However, I felt the presence of Heaven all over me. Heaven felt so good to where I can't even try to describe it! But, when I immediately came back from Heaven, I remembered the great things the angel said to get for me; but, in the morning, I couldn't remember any of the great things the angel said to get for me. I only remember the experience.

Then a year later around or on July 24th again, I died again and went to Heaven; but, this time I don't remember what happened when I was in Heaven because it's as if my memory was wiped; so, this time, I only remember Jesus and the singing angels taking me back to my body and the wonderful undescribing presence of Heaven was all over me.

2 Corinthians 5:8
(King James Version)
We are confident. I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.



@aminamehmood7322

"Heaven"

Will you recognise me
In the flashing light?
I try to keep my heart beat
But I can't get it right

Will you recognise me
When I'm lying on my back?
Something's gone inside me
And I can't get it back

Oh heaven, oh heaven
I wait with good intentions
But the day it always lasts too long
Then I'm gone
Oh heaven, oh heaven
I wait with good intentions
But the day it always lasts too long

Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
[x2]

Will you recognise me
When I'm stealing from the poor?
You're not gonna like me
I'm nothing like before.

Will you recognise me
When I lose another friend?
Will you learn to leave me?
Oh, give me one more try again

Oh heaven, oh heaven
I wait with good intentions
But the day it always lasts too long
Then I'm gone
Oh heaven, oh heaven
I wait with good intentions
But the day it always lasts too long

Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
[x2]

Oh heaven, oh heaven
I wait with good intentions
[x3]

You say that you're away
I try but always break
'Cause the day always lasts too long

Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone

Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone

Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
Then I'm gone
[x2]



All comments from YouTube:

@leoniewarwick5835

i dedicate this to my dear heartbroken son. who try so hard to be good. but life throws him so many curveballs. God bless him and keep him strong in the depths of his mental illness and deep depression. xxxx God bless you, my precious son.

@sharonbothwell8551

I 🙏 pray for your son, every family has someone dealing with mental health, me & mine included, sending muh love& hugs xx

@jacquelineaitken5507

Leonie You're an an amazing Mum, my heart and thoughts are with you. stay strong xxx

@hmst2434

As someone who experienced something like this, I know he will find the strength to over come it. If you stare into the abyss long enough, the abyss stares back into you. And what is looking back at you is what lies beyond the abyss. The person you can be beyond the abyss. The true self. He will become the Phoenix that rises from the ashes.

@politix5785

leonie warwick god bless

@dierabrenea2286

Praying for him

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@lordhamiltonbingers

Every now and again, God whispers words of comfort through the lips of a mortal to sooth the pains of living. It translates into a song like this

@adamjackpartington8068

Bro is that a quote or did you just come up with that shit.

@h.m8550

amen

@neomsimango9854

Which God ?

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