Hallelujah
HAIM Lyrics


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I met two angels but they were in disguise
Took one look to realize
Tell 'em anything and they will sympathize
These arms hold me tight
Old fears, helped to ease them in my mind
New tears say that they will dry in time

Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah?
Hallelujah

Laughing together like our thoughts are harmonized
Been that way since '95
Give me direction when it is hard to fight
Three roads, one light
Now and then I can lean my back to yours
Travelin' like our feet don't touch the floor

Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah?
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah?

I had a best friend but she has come to pass
One I wish I could see now
You always remind me that memories will last
These arms reach out
You were there to protect me like a shield
Long hair running with me through the field
Everywhere you've been with me all along

Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah?
Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah?





Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah?
Hallelujah

Overall Meaning

In HAIM's song "Hallelujah," the lyrics explore the idea of having supportive, angelic figures in our lives who help us through difficult times. The opening lines, "I met two angels but they were in disguise / Took one look to realize," suggest that these angels may be friends or loved ones who offer comfort and guidance when we need it most. The following lines, "Tell 'em anything and they will sympathize / These arms hold me tight," highlight the importance of having people who can be relied upon to offer emotional support in times of stress or uncertainty. The chorus, "Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah? / Hallelujah," speaks to the gratitude the singer feels for having these individuals in their life, and the sense that they are blessed to have such dependable sources of support.


The verse that follows continues with this theme, describing the bond between the singer and their friend or loved one: "Laughing together like our thoughts are harmonized / Been that way since '95 / Give me direction when it is hard to fight / Three roads, one light." These lines reiterate that the relationship between the singer and their support system is fundamentally positive and enriching, as they are able to share joy and provide guidance during moments of uncertainty. The final verse speaks to the strength of this bond even in the face of loss: "I had a best friend but she has come to pass / One I wish I could see now / You always remind me that memories will last / These arms reach out." The image of the arms reaching out suggests that the singer is able to draw comfort from memories of their loved one, and that the bond they shared continues to offer comfort and support even in the absence of physical presence.


Overall, "Hallelujah" is a touching exploration of the importance of relationships that offer support and comfort during difficult times. The metaphor of angels helps to emphasize the sense of gratitude and blessing that accompanies these relationships, while the specific details of the lyrics - from the shared memories to the laughter and support - help to create a rich, evocative portrait of the singer's experience.


Line by Line Meaning

I met two angels but they were in disguise
I encountered two people who appeared as regular humans but their actions convinced me that they were angels.


Took one look to realize
I quickly came to the realization that these two individuals were special beings.


Tell 'em anything and they will sympathize
These angels had a unique ability to empathize with any situation and provide comfort.


These arms hold me tight
The embrace of these angels provided a strong sense of security and safety.


Old fears, helped to ease them in my mind
The presence of these angels helped to alleviate my longstanding fears and anxieties.


New tears say that they will dry in time
Although I may be crying now, these angels have instilled a sense of hope that things will get better with time.


Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah?
I'm overwhelmed with gratitude and disbelief that I've been blessed with such amazing individuals in my life.


Laughing together like our thoughts are harmonized
The bond formed with these angels is so strong that we seem to be in sync, even in our thoughts and emotions.


Been that way since '95
This deep connection and friendship has been going strong for years.


Give me direction when it is hard to fight
These angels serve as my guides and mentors, helping me find my way when the going gets tough.


Three roads, one light
Despite the different paths we may take in life, we all share the same moral compass and values.


Now and then I can lean my back to yours
On occasion, I can physically and emotionally rely on these angels for support and comfort.


Travelin' like our feet don't touch the floor
Our bond is so strong that we feel light and carefree, as if we're floating through life together.


I had a best friend but she has come to pass
I lost a dear friend, but the memories and impact she had on my life still remain.


One I wish I could see now
Although she's no longer physically present, I still long for her company and guidance.


You always remind me that memories will last
These angels serve as a constant reminder that the cherished memories we make together will live on forever.


These arms reach out
In moments of loneliness or despair, these angels are always there to provide comfort and support.


You were there to protect me like a shield
These angels have always been there to defend me and keep me safe from harm.


Long hair running with me through the field
This line is likely a reference to a specific memory shared with the friend who has passed.


Everywhere you've been with me all along
Although my best friend is no longer physically present, I still feel her influence and love in my life.


Hallelujah
This repeated phrase is likely an expression of deep gratitude and praise for the many blessings and joys in life.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Alana Mychal Haim, Danielle Sari Haim, Este Arielle Haim, Tobias Macdonald Jesso

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@issy7023

Heard this on "This Is Us" last night and had to listen again and then find the lyrics, so here they are. So beautiful!

I met two angels but they were in disguise
Took one look to realize
Tell 'em anything and they will sympathize
These arms hold me tight
Old fears, helped to ease them in my mind
New tears say that they will dry in time
Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah?
Hallelujah
Laughing together like our thoughts are harmonized
Been that way since '95
Give me direction when it is hard to fight
Three roads, one light
Now and then I can lean my back to yours
Travelin' like our feet don't touch the floor
Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah?
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah?
I had a best friend but she has come to pass
One I wish I could see now
You always remind me that memories will last
These arms reach out
You were there to protect me like a shield
Long hair running with me through the field
Everywhere you've been with me all along
Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah?
Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah?
Why me? How'd I get this hallelujah?
Hallelujah



All comments from YouTube:

@scottbocanegra9258

What a touching song and tribute Stevie Nicks gave by quoteing one of the verses of Hallelujah regarding the loss of her friend and bandmate Christine McVie. “I had a best friend but she has come to pass / One I wish I could see now / You always remind me that memories will last / These arms reach out / You were there to protect me like a shield / Long hair, running with me through the field / Everywhere, you’ve been with me all along / Why me? How’d I get this hallelujah?”

@willpross6706

Thats how I found out about this. totally agree.

@sheische_b

Yes, came here to check out the song. Touching tribute to a long time friend. Two very talented people.

@Charlie-hv3dh

Amazing song :'(

@Herbaljules

Absolutely beautiful❤

@davidbryce7607

Touching song
So glad Stevie has introduced it to so many of us ❤️

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@oliviarafferty

this song is going to become their legacy. it's absolutely timeless.

@transamination

I'm not sure, I think it sounds too much like lots of other classic acoustic songs (Fleetwood Mac - Landslide) etc.

@tessawilson2842

Nope

@enriqueflorendo

Sounds better than landslide. Landslide is almost perfect except that it's a touch long. This one is done to perfection.

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