While relatively unknown in her home country, Rush has achieved a successful career in music in Europe. Rush's many hits include songs that became classics. These songs are
"Into My Dreams", "Ring of Ice", "Destiny", " If You're Ever Gonna Lose My Love", "Heart Over Mind", " I Come Undone", "Ave Maria", and "Tears in the Rain". Rush's 11th album "Now Is The Hour" was released in early 2010. It includes the hit singles "Before The Dawn" and "Echoes Love."
Her single "The Power Of Love" was the biggest hit of 1985 in England and was listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as "the best selling single by a female solo artist in the history of the British music industry".
Similar artists:
Tina Turner, Chris Norman, Richard Marx, Whitney Houston, Cher, Eurythmics, Sandra, Bonnie Tyler, Cyndi Lauper, Phil Collins, Roxette, Chris de Burgh, Bryan Adams, Rod Steward.
Head Above Water
Jennifer Rush Lyrics
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And every time you think you can't you just got to forget
The marching of a thousands troops across the desert sand
Mmh, they kept their faith and they stuck to their plan
And every time that you wanna say oh no
You gotta be careful not let it show
'Cause you gotta have faith and soul
Throw it away and just let it go
'Cause you gotta have faith and soul
When you're swimming upstream
Then you gotta believe
Keep your head above water
Water
When you're swimming upstream
Then you gotta just see
Keep your head above water
Water
If you've got a dream then you have got to keep in mind
Things that are lost can almost always be found
There's a do and there's a don't but at least you gotta try
If you don't succeed, well at least then you'll know why
And every time that you wanna say oh no
You gotta be careful not let it show
'Cause you gotta have faith and soul
And every time you wanna scream out no
Throw it away and just let it go
'Cause you gotta have faith and soul
When you're swimming upstream
Then you gotta believe
Keep your head above water
Water
When you're swimming upstream
Then you gotta just see
Keep your head above water
Water
Do what you want to
Settle down if you have to
But just remember to always do what you gotta do
'Cause things won't always
Be what you planned
So keep your head high
Above the water line
When you're swimming upstream
Then you gotta believe
Keep your head above water
Water
When you're swimming upstream
Then you gotta just see
Keep your head above water
Water.
The lyrics of Jennifer Rush's song "Head Above Water" are a powerful ode to perseverance and determination. The opening lines, "Journey of a thousand miles begins with one step, and every time you think you can't, you just got to forget," are a clear message that even the longest journey begins with a single step. The following lines, "The marching of a thousands troops across the desert sand, Mmh, they kept their faith and they stuck to their plan," are a metaphorical representation of the struggles one might face during their journey, yet their steadfast faith and unwavering commitment ensures that they reach the end.
The chorus serves as a reminder to keep moving forward even in the toughest of times. It encourages the listener to "keep their head above water" and maintain a positive attitude even when the odds are against them. The lyrics "If you've got a dream then you have got to keep in mind, things that are lost can almost always be found, there's a do and there's a don't but at least you gotta try, if you don't succeed, well at least then you'll know why" inspire individuals to stay focused and never lose sight of their goals, despite the setbacks that may arise.
In summary, the message of the song is that a positive mindset, faith in oneself, and unwavering commitment are necessary to overcome any obstacle and achieve your goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Journey of a thousand miles begins with one step
To start an enormous task, you must begin with a single, simple step.
And every time you think you can't you just got to forget
Whenever you feel like you can't complete something, you must let go of that negative thought.
The marching of a thousands troops across the desert sand Mmh, they kept their faith and they stuck to their plan
The movement of a large group of people is not possible without faith and commitment to the plan.
If you've got a dream then you have got to keep in mind Things that are lost can almost always be found There's a do and there's a don't but at least you gotta try If you don't succeed, well at least then you'll know why
When you have a goal, you must keep in mind that almost anything that's lost can be recovered. There are things to do and things not to do, but you must attempt to achieve the impossible. If you fail, at least you'll know why.
When you're swimming upstream Then you gotta believe Keep your head above water Water When you're swimming upstream Then you gotta just see Keep your head above water Water
When everything is working against you, you must trust that you can succeed and stay focused on your goals.
Do what you want to Settle down if you have to But just remember to always do what you gotta do 'Cause things won't always Be what you planned So keep your head high Above the water line
You can do anything you want to do and then settle down when you must but always remember to do what you have to do. Due to many reasons, things will not always be as you anticipated, so keep your chin up and stay above the water line.
Contributed by Callie K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Hunter Kuehn
OMFG! This could be my fave Jennifer song. She really went off, and I needed this message too!❤❤❤
Didi General
I believe with a very good vocal coach Jennifer Rush can be able to bring her voice back to shining level.she can sound again like she sounded in the 90's and that is better as many other female singer of today
Didi General
oh wow. I just found this accidentally. have not known somebody out it here. wonderful
PRIMADONNA
We're swimming upstream with covid 19