Holy Woman
Kris Kristofferson Lyrics


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I see you in the morning with your spirit to the sky
The breeze is full of freedom and the eagle in your eye
And the aura of an angel come to show me how to fly
Where the mess don't matter anymore

And I see you in the darkness with the moonlight on your face
The breeze is full of flowers and the shadows soft as lace
And I feel the way our faces come together into space
Where the heart has never been before

Holy woman
I will build a shining monument to you
Wait and see
I'm only human
Can you fill the holy emptiness in me

I see you in the glory of your passion blazing bright
In the God Almighty stillness of the stars that fill the night
Cause you held me in the darkness and you led me to the light
Turned the key and opened me your door

Holy woman
I will build a shining monument to you
Wait and see




I'm only human
Can you fill the holy emptiness in me

Overall Meaning

In Kris Kristofferson's song Holy Woman, the singer depicts an ethereal and divine woman who serves as his guiding light and inspiration. He describes her as a soaring eagle with an angelic aura that helps him transcend the mess of the world and find meaning beyond earthly problems. She is also a figure of tenderness and beauty, with the moonlight on her face and the soft shadows that surround her. The singer suggests that their connection goes beyond the physical realm and reaches a spiritual plane, where their hearts have never been before.


The singer professes his adoration and devotion to the holy woman with a promise to build a shining monument to her. He acknowledges his own fallibility as a human being and seeks fulfillment from her, to fill the holy emptiness in him. The song conveys a sense of wonder and awe towards a transcendent force that inspires, uplifts, and empowers the singer. It is a tribute to the transformative power of love, faith, and spirituality in a world full of turmoil and confusion.


Line by Line Meaning

I see you in the morning with your spirit to the sky
I see you when you start your day with positivity and hope, and you inspire me with your energy and enthusiasm to soar higher.


The breeze is full of freedom and the eagle in your eye
The breeze around you symbolizes freedom, and your determined look reflects an eagle's vision that sees opportunities even from afar.


And the aura of an angel come to show me how to fly
You emanate an aura of purity and grace, as if you were an angel sent to guide me on how to reach my full potential and spread my wings to fly.


Where the mess don't matter anymore
In your presence, all the chaos and disorder in the world seem to fade away, as if we could rise above the earthly struggles and seek a higher purpose in life.


I see you in the darkness with the moonlight on your face
I see you when the world is cloaked in darkness, and the only light comes from the gentle glow of the moon, reflecting on your serene face.


The breeze is full of flowers and the shadows soft as lace
Even in the darkest of hours, you bring a sense of peace and beauty, as if the breeze carried the sweet fragrance of flowers and the shadows cast by the moon were like delicate lace curtains.


And I feel the way our faces come together into space
I sense the closeness and intimacy we share, as if our faces were drawn to each other, and we entered a sacred space where nothing else matters.


Where the heart has never been before
In that space, we reach a level of emotional connection that we have never experienced before, as if our hearts were elevated to a higher frequency of love and understanding.


Holy woman
You are a woman of great faith and devotion, who brings light and grace into my life, and inspires me to be a better person.


I will build a shining monument to you
I want to honor and commemorate your impact on my life, by creating something enduring and meaningful that celebrates your spirit and legacy.


Wait and see
I am willing to put in the effort and patience to make my tribute to you a reality, and I am confident that it will be worth the wait.


I'm only human
Although I aspire to be like you, I am aware of my limitations and fallibility, and I ask for your understanding and forgiveness when I fall short of your expectations.


Can you fill the holy emptiness in me
I acknowledge the spiritual void within me, and I seek your guidance and wisdom to fill it with meaning and purpose, and to find my own path of enlightenment.


I see you in the glory of your passion blazing bright
I see you when you are at your best, pursuing your calling with fervor and dedication, and your brilliance shines like a beacon that inspires and illuminates the world around you.


In the God Almighty stillness of the stars that fill the night
I marvel at the vastness and complexity of the universe, and I sense the awe-inspiring presence of a divine force that orchestrates everything with perfect order and beauty.


Cause you held me in the darkness and you led me to the light
I am grateful for your compassion and guidance, when I was lost in the shadows, and you brought me to the clarity and warmth of the light, where I could see the world with renewed hope and purpose.


Turned the key and opened me your door
You showed me the way to unlock the potential within me, and you welcomed me into your world, where I could be myself, and where I could grow and learn from your teachings and experiences.




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