They are best known in the English-speaking world for their single "Keeping The Dream Alive". This song became a #14 hit single in the UK Singles Chart when released in 1988, making Münchener Freiheit a one-hit wonder there. "Keeping the Dream Alive" still receives a lot of airplay at Christmas time and can be found included on many Christmas compilation albums. In the United States the song failed to chart there when it was originally released, gaining favour with the American public only after it was featured in the soundtrack for the movie Say Anything.... The single has received additional exposure in the United States thanks to the singing talent contest American Idol on the Fox television network. The song has been used in recent seasons as a backdrop to video montages featuring contestants on the programme.
Tears Are a Girl's Best Friend
Freiheit Lyrics
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Then you start a fight
And I feel despair
When you say goodbye
As the sunlight reflects in your eyes
I see tears like diamonds
Now you're standing there
Right in front of me
What I seem to see
As the sunlight reflects in your eyes
I see tears like diamonds
Love isn't always that easy to share
Something that can't be denied
Sometimes you find that it's too much to bear
Don't keep your feelings inside
And tears are a girl's best friend
Oh yeah
You can go ahead and cry
It's in the past, be glad that it's over
(Over)
Tears are a girl's best friend
(Best friend, oh yeah)
Oh yeah
Even though we say goodbye
I'm near with you, so cry on my shoulder
First you break my heart
Then you go to stay
Now you're back again
Take my breath away
As the sunlight reflects in your eyes
I see tears like diamonds
Love isn't always that easy to share
Something that can't be denied
Sometimes you find that it's too much to bear
Don't keep your feelings inside
And tears are a girl's best friend
Oh yeah
You can go ahead and cry
It's in the past, be glad that it's over
(Over)
Tears are a girl's best friend
(Best friend, oh yeah)
Oh yeah
Even though we say goodbye
I'm near with you, so cry on my shoulder
And tears are a girl's best friend
Oh yeah
You can go ahead and cry
It's in the past, be glad that it's over
(Over)
Tears are a girl's best friend
(Best friend, oh yeah)
Oh yeah
Even though we say goodbye
I'm near with you, so cry on my shoulder
And tears are a girl's best friend
Oh yeah
You can go ahead and cry
It's in the past, be glad that it's over
(Over)
Tears are a girl's best friend
(Best friend, oh yeah)
Oh yeah
Even though we say goodbye
I'm near with you, so cry on my shoulder
The song "Tears Are a Girl's Best Friend" by Freiheit talks about heartbreak and the aftermath of a failed relationship. The lyrics describe a situation where the singer is hurt by their partner's actions and words, leading them to feel despair and cry tears like diamonds. Despite the pain, the song encourages the singer and listeners to not bottle up their emotions and instead lean on the support of friends to cry on their shoulders. The chorus emphasizes that tears are not something to be ashamed of and can even be seen as a form of catharsis.
The phrase "tears like diamonds" is a poetic way of describing the shining, precious nature of tears. Diamonds are often seen as symbolic of strength, resilience, and beauty, which adds to the idea that tears can be a source of empowerment and healing. The lines "Love isn't always that easy to share" and "Sometimes you find that it's too much to bear" convey the universal struggles of love and its ability to cause us heartache but encourages us not to keep emotions bottled up.
The song's nostalgic and romantic melody creates an emotive theme, highlighting its message to never be ashamed to show vulnerability through tears. It reminds listeners that pain may be temporary and that the support of friends can make difficult moments bearable.
Line by Line Meaning
First you are unfair
At the beginning of our relationship, you treated me unfairly
Then you start a fight
Your behavior caused conflict between us
And I feel despair
Your actions left me feeling hopeless and unhappy
When you say goodbye
I am hurt and saddened when you decide to leave me
As the sunlight reflects in your eyes
The reflection of light in your eyes catches my attention
I see tears like diamonds
I notice tears in your eyes that glisten like diamonds
Now you're standing there
You have returned and are now in front of me
Right in front of me
You are standing directly in my line of vision
And I can't believe
I am shocked and cannot comprehend what I am seeing
What I seem to see
I am seeing something that is uncommon or surprising to me
Love isn't always that easy to share
Sharing love with another person is not always simple
Something that can't be denied
It is impossible to disregard the importance of love in our lives
Sometimes you find that it's too much to bear
Occasionally, love can be overwhelming and difficult to handle
Don't keep your feelings inside
It is better to express your emotions rather than bottle them up inside
And tears are a girl's best friend
Crying can be therapeutic and help release pent-up emotions
Oh yeah
An expression of agreement or emphasis
You can go ahead and cry
It is okay to let your emotions out
It's in the past, be glad that it's over
Don't dwell on the past, be happy that it is behind you now
(Over)
The past is finished and no longer has power over us
Even though we say goodbye
Even if we have parted ways and said farewell to one another
I'm near with you, so cry on my shoulder
I am still here for you and willing to comfort you in your time of need
First you break my heart
In the past, you shattered my feelings of love and happiness
Then you go to stay
You left me and went away to be somewhere else
Now you're back again
You have returned after being gone for a period of time
Take my breath away
You leave me feeling breathless or in awe with your presence
Contributed by Keira W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Wave Heart Soul Art
I cried for hours listening to this song when I was a teenager. It took me to deep places in my heart and soul.
ryan karl
After 25 tears I found this lovely song it brought tears to my eyes
Dave Moishe
Absolutely beautiful song. Great melody. One of the best tracks I have heard in a very long time. And the acousitc guitar solo is a very pleasent surprise.
Dany Nourallah
Great song with Great vocals and Wonderful Sentimental Lyrics...Thx for the upload
- اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ رِضَاكَ وَالجَنَّةَ
One of my favorite songs from" munchener Freiheit " it takes me back to the best songs of the 80's Germany music "10★" thank you my friend for making us enjoy with this song
j bayer
that one synth line that pops up every now and then in the backing track sounds totally like a nintendo arcade soundtrack from the late 80s. i love that especially mixed in with the pop music
brandon don-don
one of my best songs <3
Stella Barrionuevo Fleitas
excelente banda!!! lastima que no tuvo casi repercusión en su momento en sud América!! por fortuna existe hoy tube y pude conocer mucho mas sobre ellos!!!
Pablo Tares
Sandra digo lo mismo
ryan karl
Love it