If Paradise Is Half As Nice
Judith Lyrics


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If paradise is half as nice as heaven that you take me to
Who needs paradise I'd rather have you
They say paradise is up in the stars
But I needn't sigh because it's so far
'Cause I know it's worth a heaven on earth
For me where you are

A look from your eyes, a touch of your hand
And I seem to fly to some other land
When you are around my heart always pounds
Just like a brass band

If paradise is half as nice as heaven that you take me to
Who needs paradise I'd rather have you
Oh yes I'd rather have you

If paradise is half as nice as heaven that you take me to
Who needs paradise I'd rather have you
Oh yes I'd rather have you

They say paradise is up in the stars
But I needn't sigh because it's so far
'Cause I know it's worth a heaven on earth
To me where you are





A look from your eyes a touch of your hand
And I seem to fly to some other land

Overall Meaning

In the lyrics of "If Paradise Is Half As Nice" by Judith, the singer expresses a personal and profound connection to their romantic partner. The opening lines convey a sentiment that if paradise is indeed as wonderful as the heaven this person brings them to, then they would choose their partner over any idealized paradise. This suggests that the love and companionship shared with their significant other is more valuable and fulfilling than any imagined utopia.


The song continues to explore the idea of paradise being located in the stars, a distant and unattainable place, yet the singer debunks this notion by asserting that their partner's presence creates a heavenly experience right here on earth. This reinforces the theme that true happiness and contentment can be found in the love of another person, rather than in a far-off, mystical location.


The lyrics also vividly describe the physical and emotional reactions the singer experiences in the presence of their loved one. A mere look from their eyes or a touch of their hand transports the singer to a different world, igniting their heart and causing it to pound like a brass band. These descriptions underline the intensity of the emotional connection and passion shared between the singer and their partner.


Overall, the song beautifully captures the idea that true paradise and fulfillment can be found in love and companionship with a significant other. The lyrics convey a deep sense of gratitude and appreciation for the joy and bliss that the singer's partner brings into their life, suggesting that true happiness lies not in grandiose notions of paradise, but in the simple yet profound moments shared with a loved one.


Line by Line Meaning

If paradise is half as nice as heaven that you take me to
Comparing the idea of paradise to the blissful feeling I experience when I'm with you


Who needs paradise I'd rather have you
Expressing that being with you is better than any paradise


They say paradise is up in the stars
Referring to the common belief that paradise is a distant, unreachable place


But I needn't sigh because it's so far
Feeling content knowing that I already have a special place of happiness with you


'Cause I know it's worth a heaven on earth
Believing that the love and joy I experience with you is equivalent to a perfect paradise


For me where you are
My paradise is wherever you are


A look from your eyes, a touch of your hand
Simple gestures from you have a powerful effect on me


And I seem to fly to some other land
Transported to a state of euphoria when in your presence


When you are around my heart always pounds
Feeling excitement and joy whenever you are near


Just like a brass band
Illustrating the intensity of emotions I feel for you




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Giulio Rapetti Mogol, Jack Fishman, Lucio Battisti

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