1. An Engli… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least three artists with the name Heavenly.
1. An English indiepop group (active from 1989 to 1996).
2. An Australian indie avant-garde band fronted by Heavenly Hiraani Tiger Lily Hutchence-Geldof, daughter of INXS member, Michael Hutchence.
3. A French power metal band (active from 1994 to present).
1. Heavenly were a 1990s indiepop band formed in Oxford, England in 1989. Amelia Fletcher (vocals), Mathew Fletcher (drums; Amelia's brother), Peter Momtchiloff (guitar) and Robert Pursey (bass) had all been members of Talulah Gosh, a key band of the c86 scene which preceded the indiepop movement, formed in 1986.
Heavenly debuted with the 7" single I Fell In Love Last Night, followed by another 7", Our Love Is Heavenly, both released in 1990 on Sarah Records. Heavenly Vs. Satan, the group's debut album, came out in 1991. They went on to release three more albums: Le Jardin de Heavenly, The Decline and Fall of Heavenly, and Operation Heavenly.
Shortly before the release of their final album in 1996, Mathew Fletcher, the band's drummer and Amelia's brother, committed suicide. The remaining members announced that the band name Heavenly was to be retired. The other members regrouped with a new drummer as Marine Research, a moniker under which they released a single album, 1999's Sounds From The Gulf Stream. The band's core members reformed in 2002 as Tender Trap.
A collection of their singles was released in 2020 under the title "A Bout De Heavenly." Reviewing in Pitchfork, Quinn Moreland noted "Heavenly released four studio albums, but a recent singles collection, A Bout De Heavenly, makes the case that some of their most magical work existed in smaller formats."
2. Heavenly is an Australian avant-garde, experimental band consisting of members Tiger Lily Hutchence-Geldof, Nicholas Allbrook, India Rose, Scarlett Stevens, and Jacob Diamond. The band released their first EP titled Tragic Tiger’s Sad Meltdown in March 2020 on Bandcamp.
3. Heavenly, a power metal/neo-classical metal band from Paris, France, were formed in 1994 by vocalist Benjamin Sotto and drummer Max Pilo. They were originally a cover band and played under the name of 'Satan's Lawyer' before evolving into a fully-fledged Helloween-influenced power metal outfit.
In 2000, Heavenly released their debut album 'Coming From the Sky.' Although it was largely shunned by the media, the album proved a hit with metal fans and its success helped Heavenly land an appearance at the French Hard Rock Festival.
Heavenly released their second album Sign of the Winner in 2001, and received positive feedback from both fans and media alike. After appearing at Wacken (the world's biggest metal festival) in 2002, Heavenly set to work recording their third album, 'Dust to Dust,' which was eventually released in early 2004, further solidifying their status as one of France's premier power metal bands.
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Heavenly Lyrics
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Shit, tired of getting shot at
Tired of getting chased by the police and arrested
Niggas need a spot where we can kick it
A spot where we belong, that's just for us
Niggas ain't gotta get all dressed up and be Hollywood
You na'mean?
Where do niggas go when we die?
That's the only place where thugs get in free and you gotta be a G
At Thug Mansion
Tupac:
A place to spend my quiet nights, time to unwind
So much pressure in this life of mine, I cry at times
I once contemplated suicide and would of tried
But when I held that 9, all I could see was my moma's eyes
No one knows my struggle, they only see the trouble
Not knowing it's hard to carry on when no one loves you
Picture me inside the misery of poverty
No man alive has ever witnessed struggles I survived
Praying hard for 'Better Dayz', promise to hold on
Me and my dogs ain't have a choice but to roll on
We finally found a spot to kick it
Where we can drink liquor and no one bickers over trick shit
A spot where we can smoke in peace, and even though we G's
We still visualize places, that we can roll in peace
And in my mind's eye I see this place, the players go in fast
I got a spot for us all, so we can ball, at 'Thugz Mansion'
(Chorus: Anthony Hamilton)
Ain't no place I'd rather be
Children, dead homies and family
Sky high, iced out paradise
In the skyyyyyyyyyy..
Ain't no place I'd rather be
Only place that's right for me
Chromed out mansion in paradise
In the skyyyyyyyyyy..
2Pac:
Will I survive all the fights and the darkness?
Trouble sparks, they tell me home is where the heart is, dear departed
I shed tattooed tears and couldn't sleep good
for multiple years, witness peers catch gunshots
Nobody cares, seen the politicians ban us
They'd rather see us locked in chains, please explain
why they can't stand us, is there a way for me to change?
Or am I just a victim of things I did to maintain?
I need a place to rest my head
with the little bit of homeboys that remains, cause all the rest dead
Is there a spot for us to roll, if you find it
I'll be right behind ya, show me and I'll go
How can I be peaceful? I'm comin from the bottom
Watch my daddy scream peace while the other man shot him
I need a house that's full of love when I need to escape
the deadly places slingin drugs, in thug's mansion
Chorus
2Pac:
Dear Mama don't cry, your baby boy's doing good
Tell the homies I'm in Heaven and they ain't got hoods
Seen a show with Marvin Gaye last night, it had me shook
Drinking peppermint Schnapps, with Jackie Wilson, and Sam Cooke
Then some lady named Billie Holiday
Sang sitting there kicking it with Malcolm, 'til the day came
Little LaTasha sure grown
Tell the lady in the liquor that she's forgiven, so come home
Maybe in time you'll understand only God can save us
When Miles Davis cutting loose with the band
Just think of all the people that you knew in the past
that passed on, they in heaven, found peace at last
Picture a place that they exist, together
There has to be a place better than this, in Heaven
So right before I sleep, dear God, what I'm asking
Remember this face, save me a place, in 'Thugz Mansion'
Chorus
The lyrics of Tupac's Thug Mansion paint a picture of a place for those who have been oppressed, marginalized, and whose only resort could be living a life of crime. Tupac's words evoke a space where those living with the struggles of poverty, inequality, discrimination, and brutality can find solidarity, peace, hope, and love. Thug Mansion is where Tupac wants to go when he dies. It is a place where everyone is welcome, free from societal expectations and judgement. He talks about the pressure he feels in his life, the struggles he has survived, and the pain of losing people he cares about. Tupac is searching for a better life - a place with no troubles, dark politics, or danger of gunshots.
The chorus is sung by Anthony Hamilton, bringing a soulful and uplifting dimension to the song. The lyrics evoke a sense of freedom, happiness, and paradise. Hamilton describes a place where all homies, children, and family could be reunited, where there is no violence, no hatred, no poverty, but rather music, love, and a mansion. Tupac's Thug Mansion and Hamilton's paradise represent two different dimensions of life; however, the chorus brings them together through a yearning for a better life.
Line by Line Meaning
Shit, tired of getting shot at
I'm fed up with being targeted by violence and gunfights.
Tired of getting chased by the police and arrested
I'm sick of constantly being pursued and taken down by law enforcement.
Niggas need a spot where we can kick it
We need a place where we can relax and be comfortable without judgement.
A spot where we belong, that's just for us
We deserve a place where we can fit in and truly be ourselves.
Niggas ain't gotta get all dressed up and be Hollywood
We don't want to put on a fake facade or dress up to impress anyone.
Where do niggas go when we die?
Is there anywhere for us to go after death that's intended for people of our culture and lifestyle?
Ain't no heaven for a thug nigga, that's why we go to Thug Mansion
Since society doesn't accept us as good people, we believe the only place we might be welcome in the afterlife is a place for others like us.
That's the only place where thugs get in free and you gotta be a G
Thug Mansion is a place that won't discriminate against us and will only accept people with a certain level of respect and credibility.
A place to spend my quiet nights, time to unwind
I crave a space where I can relax and escape from the stress and pressure of everyday living.
So much pressure in this life of mine, I cry at times
I'm going through a lot, and it's okay to feel overwhelmed by the struggles.
I once contemplated suicide and would of tried
I have considered ending my life because the pain seems like too much to bear.
But when I held that 9, all I could see was my moma's eyes
The thought of hurting my mother and the memory of her love and sacrifice for me stopped me from taking my own life.
No one knows my struggle, they only see the trouble
Others don't understand the depth of my hardships and setbacks, only the aftermath or symptoms.
Not knowing it's hard to carry on when no one loves you
It's difficult to keep going when you feel unloved and alone.
Picture me inside the misery of poverty
Imagine being in my shoes, I'm drowning in financial struggles and lack of resources.
No man alive has ever witnessed struggles I survived
I've been through things that no one else has ever experienced or had to endure.
Praying hard for 'Better Dayz', promise to hold on
I'm putting my faith in the hope that someday things will get better, and I won't give up until then.
Me and my dogs ain't have a choice but to roll on
My friends and I didn't have any other options but to keep pushing through the tough times together.
We finally found a spot to kick it
We've discovered a place where we can be comfortable and at ease.
Where we can drink liquor and no one bickers over trick shit
In this place, everyone can relax and enjoy themselves without any unnecessary drama or arguments.
A spot where we can smoke in peace, and even though we G's
The environment is relaxed enough that we can smoke without worrying about trouble, and even with our reputation as gangsters, we can feel accepted.
We still visualize places, that we can roll in peace
Even though we've found a great spot, we still dream of other places where we can feel safe and peaceful.
And in my mind's eye I see this place, the players go in fast
When I imagine the perfect escape, it's a place where people can come and go quickly and efficiently.
I got a spot for us all, so we can ball, at 'Thugz Mansion'
I've found a place where everyone can come together, live their best lives, and truly be themselves.
Ain't no place I'd rather be
This is the ideal place for me to be.
Children, dead homies and family
Everyone I care about and who is important to me is here with me.
Sky high, iced out paradise
This place is perfect and feels like a luxurious paradise.
Only place that's right for me
There's no other place that I can see myself being right now.
Chromed out mansion in paradise
The house we're in is absolutely beautiful and perfect for us.
Will I survive all the fights and the darkness?
I'm not sure if I'll make it through all of the struggles and battles I'm facing right now.
Trouble sparks, they tell me home is where the heart is, dear departed
All of the chaos and adversity makes it difficult to believe that home is where the heart is for those who have passed away and left us.
I shed tattooed tears and couldn't sleep good for multiple years
I've been through so much pain and sorrow that it's left a mark not just on my heart, but on my skin.
Witness peers catch gunshots, nobody cares
I've seen people around me get shot, and it feels like no one cares and nothing is being done about it.
Seen the politicians ban us, they'd rather see us locked in chains, please explain why they can't stand us
The people in power would rather take away our freedom and control us with force because they don't understand or like us.
Is there a way for me to change?
I wonder if I can do anything to change the way people see me and the stereotypes they have towards me.
Or am I just a victim of things I did to maintain?
Maybe my actions and choices in life have brought me to this point, and it's my own fault that I'm struggling.
I need a place to rest my head
All of these challenges have left me exhausted and I just want a place to relax and unwind.
With the little bit of homeboys that remains, cause all the rest dead
Sadly, most of the people I used to know and care about are gone now, and I'm left with only a few friends.
Is there a spot for us to roll, if you find it I'll be right behind ya, show me and I'll go
If there's a place where we can feel safe and free, I'll be the first to follow and make it a home for us.
How can I be peaceful? I'm comin from the bottom
It's difficult for me to find inner peace and stay calm when I'm coming from such a rough and broken place.
Watch my daddy scream peace while the other man shot him
My father was a peaceful man, but he was taken from us by someone who had no regard for human life or peace.
I need a house that's full of love when I need to escape
I want a place where I can go to get away from all of the violence and sadness, and just be surrounded by love and warmth.
the deadly places slingin drugs, in thug's mansion
In Thug Mansion, we don't have to worry about the dangerous and deadly underground drug market that exists out in the real world.
Dear Mama don't cry, your baby boy's doing good
I want my mother to know that despite all of the struggles and pain, I'm still doing okay.
Tell the homies I'm in Heaven and they ain't got hoods
Let my friends know that I've moved on to a better place where they don't have to worry about being criminalized or underestimated because of their clothing or identity.
Seen a show with Marvin Gaye last night, it had me shook
Even in the afterlife, there are still amazing experiences and moments that leave a remarkable impact on us.
Drinking peppermint Schnapps, with Jackie Wilson, and Sam Cooke
In this paradise, we can enjoy some of the simple pleasures of life and spend time with musical legends that we've admired from afar.
Then some lady named Billie Holiday
We can even spend time with legendary female vocalists like Billie Holiday.
Sang sitting there kicking it with Malcolm, 'til the day came
We can connect with and physically spend time with some of the greatest minds and thinkers to ever exist.
Little LaTasha sure grown
Even though some of the people we've lost are still young in our memories, in this place they've grown and flourished into mature adults.
Tell the lady in the liquor that she's forgiven, so come home
Even people who have wronged us in the past are forgiven and welcomed in this paradise.
Maybe in time you'll understand only God can save us
Perhaps over time, we'll all come to realize that only a higher power can truly save us from ourselves and the world around us.
When Miles Davis cutting loose with the band
We can spend time with legendary jazz musicians like Miles Davis, who remind us of the power of music and self-expression.
Just think of all the people that you knew in the past that passed on, they in heaven, found peace at last
Everyone we've lost over the years is finally at peace and is living out their afterlife in paradise.
Picture a place that they exist, together
In this paradise, we can all be together, no matter how far apart we might have been in life.
There has to be a place better than this, in Heaven
Surely, there must be a better place for us all than this cruel and difficult world we live in - and this paradise is it.
So right before I sleep, dear God, what I'm asking
I pray to God every night to lead me in the right direction and guide me to this paradise when my time comes.
Remember this face, save me a place, in 'Thugz Mansion'
I want to be remembered and honored in this place, and I hope to have a spot saved for me in this paradise when my time comes.
Chorus
The chorus repeats, emphasizing the sentiments expressed throughout the song about the desire to escape and find peace and comfort amongst people who truly understand and accept us.
Contributed by Colton M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.