Golden Heart
Guy Pearce Lyrics


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I've nothing to lose anymore, I'm a broken down man
I can see that the cracks in the walls are not where they began
I thought I knew who I was, I thought that I did
What else could I take from this world, What else could I give

Watch me fly like a man with a golden heart
Watch me swim this blue sea
Watch me run for the life I thought I had
Watch it come back to me

I know how it feels to be loved and I know how to love
I know about breaking hearts and all that does
Living in jealousy with the answer it seems
Answering agony with the girl of my dreams

Watch me fly like a man with a golden heart
Watch me swim this blue sea
Watch me run for the life I thought I had
Watch it come back to me, come back to me, come back

The desperately lonely are destined to lose
The destitute lover was all that I knew

I'm open to feeling pain, ready to cry
I'm questioning all that's here and want to know why

Watch me fly like a man with a golden heart
Watch me swim this blue sea
Watch me run for the life I thought I had




Watch it come back to me,
Come back to me Come back, Come back, Come back

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Guy Pearce's song "Golden Heart" speak of a sense of loss and confusion. The persona appears to be struggling with a crisis of identity as he reflects on his broken heart and the emptiness he feels. He is aware of the cracks in his life and his world, and he knows that what he thought he knew about himself and his place in the world is no longer true. He is a broken-down man with nothing left to lose, but still, he hopes for something more - a new beginning, a fresh start, a chance to fly again.


The chorus, "Watch me fly like a man with a golden heart", is a hopeful anthem of the persona's desire to move on and start again. He wants to prove himself to the world and show that he is still capable of great things, that he still has a golden heart despite everything. The chorus repeats the refrain "Watch me fly, watch me swim, watch me run", suggesting that the persona is ready to embrace new challenges and prove himself to the world once again.


The sadness and confusion of the lyrics are conveyed through Pearce's somber and melancholic voice, perfectly capturing the emotion and pain of the persona. The song's message is one of hope and resilience, that even in the darkest times, there is always a chance for new beginnings and for healing.


Line by Line Meaning

I've nothing to lose anymore, I'm a broken down man
I have hit rock bottom and lost everything that mattered to me.


I can see that the cracks in the walls are not where they began
I have come to realize that my problems did not start with external factors but within me.


I thought I knew who I was, I thought that I did
I used to have a clear sense of identity, but now I am unsure of who I am or what I stand for.


What else could I take from this world, What else could I give
I feel like there is nothing left in this world for me to gain or give back.


Watch me fly like a man with a golden heart
Despite my struggles, I still have a pure heart and the potential to soar above my problems.


Watch me swim this blue sea
I am embarking on a new journey, just like a swimmer diving into the vast ocean.


Watch me run for the life I thought I had
I am trying to reclaim the sense of purpose and vitality that I used to have but lost along the way.


Watch it come back to me
I am hopeful that I will find what I am searching for and that my life will turn around.


I know how it feels to be loved and I know how to love
Despite my current struggles, I have experienced and know the power of love in both giving and receiving.


I know about breaking hearts and all that does
I am not immune to causing pain to others and understand the consequences of hurting someone's heart.


Living in jealousy with the answer it seems
I have been consumed by envy and am searching for some answers or solutions to my problems.


Answering agony with the girl of my dreams
I am turning to my romantic partner as a source of comfort and hope in the midst of agony and despair.


The desperately lonely are destined to lose
Those who are extremely lonely are bound to suffer and face defeat.


The destitute lover was all that I knew
My only source of happiness and love was my partner, which has now been lost.


I'm open to feeling pain, ready to cry
I am willing to confront my emotions and face the pain and sadness that come with it.


I'm questioning all that's here and want to know why
I am curious and seeking answers for everything in my life, trying to understand why things have happened the way they did.


Come back to me Come back, Come back, Come back
I am desperately longing for the things I have lost, hoping they will come back to me.




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Comments from YouTube:

GidySound

When I first knew you were making songs, I was like "I freakin' love Guy Pearce and I believe in his talent, but him doing Music ? Are you guys sure ?". So I tried to forget "the actor" and focused myself on "the singer" and man, you got me an other time. What a talent, you are a melodist, and your songs are simply wonderful, heavy, and full of strong memories and questions. I'm glad to finally appraciate, someone that I love as actor, and now as I musician. Your Art talked to me, and maybe now I understand more why I liked you from the start !
Thank you

Mim Lo

GidySound. Great comments, I'm in agreement!! Can't wait for album #2, please...

Margaret Gill

I absolutely love the words of this song, so beautiful and full of emotion. ❤️❤️❤️

StyxNyx1

OMG this is so beautiful! I absolutely looove your voice Guy, (speaking & singing). Thank you so much for sharing your hidden talent for music...finally! :) X's & O's from Candie in Cali.

Bego M.

Beautiful song! Mr.Pearce is a Renaissance Man... Congrats and thanks!

Vanesa Berbel

Dios mío yo amo su música. Espero que nunca dejes de hacerlo. Simplemente maravilloso.

Mr Blue

Equally superb as an actor or musician! I'm a big fan of your work Guy! Be safe everyone! :-)

Anna Begni

Amazing sound, Guy. So romantic.

Lucy Laiche

Beautiful, just Beautiful. Great editing as the boy jumps on the edge of the water at the soung of the beat. Great editing. Superb on all counts! I truly hope this collaboration is SET!!!

Vukolaj Zakula

This is the first time I listen to his music I expected a decent music, but this is great, well done...

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