"The Edge of Glory" received critical acclaim, with many reviewers deeming it as an album highlight. Much of the praise went to the song's chorus and the musical production. Reviewers also complimented Gaga's vocals, describing it as "soulful". The song was a commercial success worldwide, charting in the top 10 in several major music markets, including Australia, Belgium, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, Spain and the United Kingdom. In the United States, it peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Gaga's tenth consecutive top-10 single in the United States.
The Edge of Glory
Lady GaGa Lyrics
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Tonight, yeah baby, tonight, yeah baby
But I got a reason that you should take me home tonight
I need a man that thinks it right when it's so wrong
Tonight, yeah baby, tonight, yeah baby
Right on the limit's where we know we both belong tonight
I'm gonna run right to, to the edge with you
Where we can both fall far in love
I'm on the edge of glory and I'm hangin' on a moment of truth
Out on the edge of glory and I'm hangin' on a moment with you
I'm on the edge, the edge, the edge
The edge, the edge, the edge, the edge
I'm on the edge of glory
And I'm hangin' on a moment with you
I'm on the edge with you
Another shot before we kiss the other side
Tonight, yeah baby, tonight, yeah baby
I'm on the edge of something final we call life tonight, alright, alright
Put on your shades 'cause I'll be dancing in the flames
Tonight, yeah baby, tonight, yeah baby
It isn't hell if everybody knows my name tonight, alright, alright
It's hot to feel the rush, to brush the dangerous
I'm gonna run right to, to the edge with you
Where we can both fall far in love
I'm on the edge of glory and I'm hangin' on a moment of truth
Out on the edge of glory and I'm hangin' on a moment with you
I'm on the edge, the edge, the edge
The edge, the edge, the edge, the edge
I'm on the edge of glory
And I'm hangin' on a moment with you
I'm on the edge with you
I'm on the edge with you
I'm on the edge with you
I'm on the edge of glory and I'm hangin' on a moment of truth
Out on the edge of glory and I'm hangin' on a moment with you
I'm on the edge, the edge, the edge
The edge, the edge, the edge, the edge
I'm on the edge of glory and I'm hangin' on a moment with you
I'm on the edge with you (with you, with you, with you, with you)
I'm on the edge with you (with you, with you, with you, with you)
I'm on the edge with you (with you, with you, with you, with you)
I'm on the edge with you (with you, with you, with you, with you)
"The Edge of Glory" by Lady Gaga is a song about living in the moment and taking risks for love. The lyrics suggest that the singer desires to seize a chance to be with someone that they have their eye on. The line, "There ain't no reason you and me should be alone," expresses the singer's belief that the two of them should take a chance and be together, despite any obstacles that may be in their way. The singer also desires a man who isn't afraid to take risks and live life to the fullest, and who is willing to take her to the edge of danger in pursuit of passion and love.
The chorus "I'm on the edge of glory" reinforces the idea that the singer is willing to take a chance on love at the risk of falling, and she wants to do it with the person she is singing about. Throughout the song, the lyrics suggest that the singer is not afraid to take risks or push the boundaries of what is considered safe or acceptable. She wants to dance in the flames, run to the edge, and brush the dangerous. Ultimately, the song is about living life to the fullest and not being afraid to take a chance on love or any other opportunity that presents itself.
Line by Line Meaning
There ain't no reason you and me should be alone
There is no legitimate reason why the two of us should be spending the night separated from each other.
But I got a reason that you should take me home tonight
However, I have a compelling justification for why you should bring me home this evening.
I need a man that thinks it right when it's so wrong
I require a partner who is comfortable with our relationship being considered immoral by others, but feels right to us.
Right on the limit's where we know we both belong tonight
In the gray area between right and wrong is where we believe we belong together this evening.
It's hot to feel the rush, to brush the dangerous
Experiencing the adrenaline rush of something dangerous is exhilarating and arousing.
I'm gonna run right to, to the edge with you
I am willing to take the risk and push the boundaries with you.
Where we can both fall far in love
In this high-stakes situation, we have the potential to deeply and passionately fall in love.
I'm on the edge of glory and I'm hangin' on a moment of truth
I am perched on the brink of an extraordinary experience and I am waiting to see if it will be everything I hope it to be.
Out on the edge of glory and I'm hangin' on a moment with you
I am on the edge of achieving something great alongside you and I am relying on our connection to make it happen.
Put on your shades 'cause I'll be dancing in the flames
Wear your sunglasses because I am going to light up the room with my passion and energy.
It isn't hell if everybody knows my name tonight, alright, alright
Even if things go wrong, it will not be the end of the world if I am known and remembered in this moment.
Another shot before we kiss the other side
Before we take a risk or do something that could lead to negative consequences, let's take one more shot to help us enjoy the moment even more.
I'm on the edge of something final we call life tonight, alright, alright
Tonight, I am living on the brink of something significant and life-changing, and I am ready to embrace it.
I'm on the edge with you
Together, we are pushing ourselves to our limits and experiencing something incredible on the brink of danger.
I'm on the edge, the edge, the edge
I am fully immersed and deeply committed to taking a risk by living on the edge of what is commonly accepted or expected.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Stefani J. Germanotta, Paul Edward Blair, Fernando Garibay
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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6 Grammys
13 Guinness World Records
1 Grammy Museum Artist Award (2016)
3 Brit Awards (2010)
2 Diamond awards
31 MTV awards
1 Golden Globe (2016)
1 Fashion Icon Award (2011)
1 Bambi Award (2011)
1 Contemporary Icon Award (2015)
1 National Art Award (2015)
'Women of The year 2015" by Billboard
Oscars nom (2016)
4 albums #1 Billboard (2011, 2013, 2014, 2016)
150M singles sold WW
30M albums sold WW
Worldwide concerts tours = +500M $
Performances:
Grammys x5 (2010, 2011, 2015, 2016, 2017)
Oscars x2 (2015, 2016)
And now... 2 SUPERBOWL ! (2016, 2017)
Lady Gaga doesnt need to prove anything anymore. A LEGEND.
@kwc8830
Interviewer: "Why would you make such an upbeat song about your grandfather's death?"
Gaga: "Because his life was glorious!"
@francescomarangoni
I love her answer. I sometimes think about that
@nastygus4005
comments like this should be on the top, not stupid "who from 2019?"
@thekikiofficial
"and because life is glorious"
@gut853
That is actually beautiful
@Sunset_Kiss
It's hard when somebody you love passes away. Obviously a lot of song writers sing about life events, and sometimes the songs are sad. Why not write an upbeat song celebrating their life, instead of mourning their passing?
@sushitrash583
When asked why she wrote such an upbeat song for her grandfathers death she replied with “ because his life was glorious “ I die I love her mind man
@DARKAURAX
omg... she is so precious 😭
@jasminesanchez6371
Why do I love this woman so mhch
@brody2k
This is the only comment in this whole thread not about Ru-paul lmao.
Also, 🌠The more you know🌈