Often collaborating with lyricist Pete Bellotte, Moroder scored a number of hits in his own name including "Son Of My Father" in 1972 and "From Here to Eternity" in 1977 under the name Giorgio, and in the following year releasing "Chase", the theme from the film Midnight Express and sold well elsewhere. All were hits in the UK. The full movie score for Midnight Express won him his first Academy Award for best film score in 1978.
In 1985, Moroder worked with Phil Oakey, frontman of the popular synthpop group, The Human League, to make the album Philip Oakey & Giorgio Moroder. The following year, Moroder collaborated with his protege Harold Faltermeyer (of "Axel F." fame) and lyricist Tom Whitlock to create the score for the popular film Top Gun (1986), with the most noteworthy hit being the Berlin classic, "Take My Breath Away", which went on to become a huge hit for the group.
He also scored other popular films in the 1980s including American Gigolo, Flashdance, The NeverEnding Story, Thief of Hearts, Electric Dreams, Scarface and Cat People(in collaboration with David Bowie). The latter score has recently regained popularity due to its use in the popular computer game Grand Theft Auto III. Moroder's "From Here To Eternity" and "The Chase" were also used in the Sony PSP game Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories.
In 1984, Moroder compiled a new restoration and edit of the famous silent film Metropolis and provided a new modern rock-and-roll soundtrack to the film.
His song "Tears" was sampled and used as the basis of the DJ Shadow song "Organ Donor" on his 1996 album Endtroducing......
On September 20, 2004 Moroder was honored at the Dance Music Hall of Fame ceremony, held in New York, when he was inducted for his many outstanding achievements and contributions as producer. In 2005, he was given the title of Commendatore by Azeglio Ciampi.
In 2005, a great deal of his work (including the Cizeta-Moroder supercar he co-produced in the mid 90s with Claudio Zampolli) was used in the video game Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories, and was the entire playlist of the Flashback FM radio station.
Giorgio Moroder is one of the numerous composers interested in writing the theme tune of the 2008 Bejing Olympic Games. This is not the first theme song Moroder composed for the Olympic games. "Hand in Hand" was regarded as the best ever Olympic theme song for the 1988 Seoul Olympics by former International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Juan Antonio Samaranch.
Moroder contributed to Daft Punk's 2013 studio album Random Access Memories, admitting that he had been a fan of their song "One More Time" before working with the group. His voice and story is featured on the album's track "Giorgio by Moroder". On the track he states, "My name is Giovanni Giorgio, but everybody calls me Giorgio."
Shannon's Eyes
Giorgio Moroder Lyrics
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So hot you had to pull away
But Shannon's eyes keep calling you
Seeing through the heart of you
Shannon's eyes will make you pay
Shannon's eyes will take you in
Capture you, you'll never win
Shannon's eyes will make you stay
Stay when you don't wanna be
Falling to the web she weaves
Shannon's eyes are hunting you
Giving you a fatal view
Shannon's eyes can steal your dreams
Shannon's eyes can mesmerize
Hold you prisoner, rob you blind
Shannon's eyes are mystery
I know it's hard for you to see
What heartache that is gonna be
I know she'll never set you free
It happened once before to me
She can drive your soul insane
You struggle but it's all in vain
Shannon's eyes leave no escape
Partners in a dance of fate
Shannon's eyes will steal your dreams
Shannon's eyes will take you in
Capture you, you'll never win
Shannon's eyes are hunting me
She can drive your soul insane
You struggle but it's all in vain
Shannon's eyes are hunting you
Giving you a fatal view
Shannon's eyes will steal your dreams
Shannon's eyes can victimize
Hold you prisoner, rob you blind
Shannon's eyes are mystery
(Oh) Shannon's eyes will take you in
(they'll take you in)
Capture you, you'll never win
(you'll never win)
Shannon's eyes will steal your dreams
(heart's gonna break, but you'll never escape from Shannon's eyes)
Shannon's eyes will take you in
(they'll steal your dreams)
Capture you, you'll never win
(they'll take you in)
Shannon's eyes will steal your dreams
(again and again and again and again oh Shannon's eyes)
Shannon's eyes will take you in
Capture you, you'll never win
Shannon's eyes will steal your dreams
The song "Shannon's Eyes" by Giorgio Moroder talks about the power of attraction that is both mystifying and dangerous. The lyrics symbolize a person who has fallen under Shannon's spell. The singer describes not being able to break free from Shannon's grasp and how her eyes capture and mesmerize them. The song talks about how Shannon's eyes will steal your dreams, and you'll never win. The lyrics evoke a sense of desire and danger, the feelings that one might get when they're in a toxic relationship, and they're not sure if they should leave or stay.
The song's chorus is the most emphatic part of the lyrics as it is repeated many times throughout the song. The lyrics, "Shannon's eyes will take you in, capture you, you'll never win, Shannon's eyes will steal your dreams," suggest an all-consuming desire to possess someone. The singer is powerless to resist and knows that they will never win over Shannon. The line, "Partners in a dance of fate," refers to the inevitable destiny that the singer shares with Shannon, as it is pre-ordained that they will be together even if it means their demise.
Overall, the song is about the power of attraction that captivates people and keeps them trapped in a toxic relationship. It showcases how a person's eyes can mesmerize and trap another person, leading them to lose their freedom, and ultimately, their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
You felt the spot we come aflame
The attraction was undeniable; you both knew it ignited something within you.
So hot you had to pull away
Despite the intense chemistry, you knew you had to distance yourself from Shannon to avoid heartbreak.
But Shannon's eyes keep calling you
Despite your best efforts, you cannot ignore the allure that emanates from Shannon's piercing, intense gaze.
Seeing through the heart of you
Shannon's eyes are like windows to the soul, and she can read you like a book, understanding your deepest desires and motivations.
Shannon's eyes will make you pay
If you give in to the pull of Shannon's eyes, you will pay the price of being unable to resist her.
Shannon's eyes will take you in
Once you fall prey to her gaze, Shannon's eyes will draw you in, making it difficult to escape her grasp.
Capture you, you'll never win
Despite your struggles, you will be unable to resist the pull of Shannon's eyes and will become ensnared in her web of seduction.
Shannon's eyes will make you stay
Once she has captivated you with her gaze, Shannon's eyes will make you stay, holding you hostage in her embrace.
Stay when you don't wanna be
Even when you realize the danger of staying with Shannon, her eyes will compel you to remain, against your will.
Falling to the web she weaves
You fall deeper and deeper into the trap she has woven with her irresistible gaze.
Shannon's eyes are hunting you
You realize that Shannon's eyes are not merely seductive, but are actively seeking to capture you for their own purposes.
Giving you a fatal view
The view from Shannon's eyes may be irresistible, but it is also deadly, leading you down a path of destruction.
Shannon's eyes can steal your dreams
The seductive power of Shannon's eyes can make you forget your dreams and aspirations, leaving you lost in her enthrallment.
Shannon's eyes can mesmerize
The hypnotic power of Shannon's eyes can leave you in a trance-like state, unable to resist their pull.
Hold you prisoner, rob you blind
Once she has you in her grasp, Shannon's eyes will trap you and take everything from you, leaving you empty and alone.
Shannon's eyes are mystery
Despite their hypnotic power, there is an underlying mystery to Shannon's eyes that you cannot quite understand.
I know it's hard for you to see
You are blinded by your attraction to Shannon and fail to see the danger that lies ahead.
What heartache that is gonna be
The seduction of Shannon's eyes will lead to heartbreak and pain, as you will be unable to resist their pull.
I know she'll never set you free
Once Shannon has her eyes on you, she will never let you go, ensnaring you in her seductive trap.
She can drive your soul insane
The lure of Shannon's eyes is so strong that it can make you lose your mind and become consumed by her power.
You struggle but it's all in vain
Despite your attempts to resist, you will be unable to escape the pull of Shannon's eyes and will become ensnared.
Shannon's eyes leave no escape
Once caught in her gaze, it is impossible to escape, as Shannon's eyes leave no room for release.
Partners in a dance of fate
You and Shannon are destined to be caught in a dance of seduction, unable to escape each other's lure.
Shannon's eyes can victimize
The hypnotic power of Shannon's eyes can leave you feeling like a victim, unable to resist her seductive pull.
Oh) Shannon's eyes will take you in
The seduction of Shannon's eyes is too strong to resist, and you will be drawn in, unable to escape.
Capture you, you'll never win
Despite your attempts to resist, you will become a captive of Shannon's eyes, unable to escape her seductive power.
Heart's gonna break, but you'll never escape from Shannon's eyes
The seductive power of Shannon's eyes will leave you brokenhearted, yet unable to resist their pull.
Again and again and again and again oh Shannon's eyes
The power of Shannon's eyes is relentless, repeatedly drawing you in and trapping you in her seductive embrace.
Shannon's eyes will steal your dreams
The allure of Shannon's eyes can make you lose sight of your goals and aspirations, leaving you lost in her power.
Writer(s): Paul Engemann, Tom Whitlock, Giorgio Moroder
Contributed by Peyton K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Slavkin
Спасибо! Песня моего детства.
CKs CKs
I love this song. For today's unromantic era is ancient history, however it is a song from old times when it was better to flirt instead be tranquilized by a device.
Tommygotbeats2
I was just thinking the exact same thing before reading your comment haha amen!
КРАСНОГВАРДЕЕЦ 93
Шикарная песня!!!! Какая музыка, и красивый голос!!! Саунд-трек из фильма Курьер))) Супер!
Вячеслав
Стоит ли смотреть этот фильм?
КРАСНОГВАРДЕЕЦ 93
@Вячеслав конечно стоит... Отличный фильм, актуальный до сих пор!
Вячеслав
@КРАСНОГВАРДЕЕЦ 93 Хороший фильм. спасибо. Я бы тоже порекомендовал
Aledorfy
@Вячеслав фильм актуален для СССР на момент выхода на экраны, 1986 г.
Ольга Васильчикова
Однажды танцевала со своим взрослым сыном Алексеем под эту песню, у него тоже красивый и пристальный взгляд, как у этого парня!!!❤️❤️❤️
Евгений Баранов
Класс! Люблю эту песню