Born in Vardø, Norway, John was raised in the suburbs of Stockholm where he… Read Full Bio ↴Born in Vardø, Norway, John was raised in the suburbs of Stockholm where he, Joey Tempest, John Leven and Tony Reno formed Europe. Their self-titled debut LP became a springboard for an excellent career with the band, and later, an enormous solo career. Just after the release of the "Final Countdown" album, Norum quit the band and hit back with a gutsy and melodic debut album titled 'Total Control'. This became the first of 6 solo albums and 2 Live CDs that spanned almost 2 decades. Norum and Joey Tempest collaborated on several projects in the 90s, and their meeting once again on millennium eve fuelled rumours the band were to reunite. In 2003 the reunion was finally announced and nowdays John Norum showcases his blistering guitar expertise on tour with EUROPE and on the new studio album "Start From the Dark".

Europe‘s long-time guitarist John Norum will be releasing a new solo album titled 'Gone To Stay' via Gain on October 28, 2022. Norum previously released the solo albums 'Total Control' (1987), 'Live In Stockholm' EP (1990), 'Face The Truth' (1992), 'Another Destination' (1995), 'Worlds Away' (1996), 'Slipped Into Tomorrow' (1999), 'Optimus' (2005) and 'Play Yard Blues' (2010).

In Your Eyes
John Norum Lyrics

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In your eyes
I can see
Something
Something
So sure
In those eyes

As bright as the stars

As blue as the sky
I could die
In your eyes

In your eyes
I can see
Something
Something
So sure
And those eyes
Are not for hurting

You have the power
In those eyes
In your eyes

As bright as the stars
As blue as the sky
I could die
In your eyes

As bright as the stars
As blue as the sky

I could die
In your eyes

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to John Norum's song "In Your Eyes" express a strong sense of security and comfort that the singer finds in the eyes of their companion. The repetition of the line "Something so sure" emphasizes this feeling, suggesting that the singer can rely on and trust the person they are with. The mention of the brightness of the stars and the blueness of the sky implies that this sense of security is all-encompassing and reaches up to the heavens. The singer even goes so far as to say that they could "die in your eyes", out of a sense of overwhelming contentment.

The second half of the song emphasizes the power that this person holds in their eyes, showing that the relationship is not only comfortable, but also intense and meaningful. The line "those eyes are not for hurting" may be a warning to those who might hurt or betray the singer, as if to say that this person holds great emotional value and should be treated with respect. Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of deep trust, love, and emotional intensity.

Line by Line Meaning

In your eyes
I can perceive your emotions and feelings through the way you look at me

I can see
I understand and recognize

Something
A distinct and strong feeling or quality

So sure
Confident and certain

In those eyes
Emanating from the gaze you hold

As bright as the stars
Shining and luminous like celestial bodies

As blue as the sky
A deep and vivid shade resembling the open sky

I could die
I feel overwhelmed and powerless, as if my life depends on it

In your eyes
In the way you look and feel

I can see
I understand and recognize

Something
A distinct and strong feeling or quality

So sure
Confident and certain

And those eyes
The same gaze that I am referring to

Are not for hurting
Your intention is not to cause pain or harm

You have the power
Your eyes hold a strong influence and control over someone's emotions and actions

In those eyes
The expression and feelings you project through the look in your eyes

As bright as the stars
Shining and luminous like celestial bodies

As blue as the sky
A deep and vivid shade resembling the open sky

I could die
I feel overwhelmed and powerless, as if my life depends on it

In your eyes
In the way you look and feel

Writer(s): Peter Baltes, Collin Demar Edwards Copyright: Fyah Riddims Music, Deaf Publishing Gabriele Hoffmann

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