Gloria
Laura Branigan Lyrics
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Running after somebody, you gotta get him somehow
I think you've got to slow down before you start to blow it
I think you're headed for a breakdown, so be careful not to show it
You really don't remember, was it something that he said?
Are the voices in your head calling, Gloria?
Gloria, don't you think you're fallin'?
You don't have to answer
Leave them hangin' on the line, oh oh oh, calling Gloria
Gloria (Gloria), I think they got your number (Gloria)
I think they got the alias (Gloria) that you've been living under (Gloria)
But you really don't remember, was it something that they said?
Are the voices in your head calling, Gloria?
A ha ha, a ha ha, Gloria, how's it gonna go down?
Will you meet him on the main line, or will you catch him on the rebound?
Will you marry for the money, take a lover in the afternoon?
Feel your innocence slipping away, don't believe it's comin' back soon
And you really don't remember, was it something that he said?
Are the voices in your head calling, Gloria?
Gloria, don't you think you're fallin'?
If everybody wants you, why isn't anybody callin'?
You don't have to answer
Leave them hangin' on the line, oh-oh-oh, calling Gloria
Gloria (Gloria), I think they got your number (Gloria)
I think they got the alias (Gloria) that you've been living under (Gloria)
But you really don't remember, was it something that they said?
Are the voices in your head calling, Gloria?
(Gloria, Gloria, Gloria, Gloria, Gloria)
(Gloria, Gloria, Gloria, Gloria, Gloria)
The lyrics to Laura Branigan's song "Gloria" describe a woman who is always on the run, chasing after someone she desires. The singer warns Gloria that she needs to slow down or she will "blow it" and get herself into trouble. The woman seems to be confused and troubled, potentially suffering from emotional distress, as she cannot remember what has been said to her and hears voices in her head. Despite everyone wanting her, nobody seems to be calling her. The lyrics also suggest that Gloria may be living under an alias, hiding from her past. The chorus repeats the name "Gloria" over and over again, as if calling out to her to pay attention to the warning.
Line by Line Meaning
Gloria, you're always on the run now
Hey, Gloria, you're constantly chasing after somebody, never really settling down.
Running after somebody, you gotta get him somehow
You're so desperate to catch this person, you'll do whatever it takes to get them.
I think you've got to slow down before you start to blow it
You should really take a break and relax before you make a mistake you can't come back from.
I think you're headed for a breakdown, so be careful not to show it
If you keep pushing yourself this hard, you're going to crash, so try to keep it together.
You really don't remember, was it something that he said?
Hey Gloria, do you recall why you're even chasing after this person in the first place?
Are the voices in your head calling, Gloria?
Or are you just following some inner voice that's telling you to keep going?
Gloria, don't you think you're fallin'?
Hey, Gloria, do you not realize that you're starting to lose control of yourself?
If everybody wants you, why isn't anybody callin'?
You seem to be quite popular, but despite that, no one is reaching out to you. Why do you think that is?
You don't have to answer
You're not required to explain yourself to anyone if you don't want to.
Leave them hangin' on the line, oh oh oh, calling Gloria
You can just let them wait and wonder why you're not responding. They'll eventually get tired of trying to reach you.
Gloria (Gloria), I think they got your number (Gloria)
Hey Gloria, people seem to know exactly how to get in touch with you.
I think they got the alias (Gloria) that you've been living under (Gloria)
I think you're living a life that isn't really your own, and you're hiding behind a facade.
Will you meet him on the main line, or will you catch him on the rebound?
So, how are you planning on catching this person? Are you going to wait for them, or try to catch them off guard?
Will you marry for the money, take a lover in the afternoon?
Are you considering making decisions based on superficial things? Are you only interested in wealth and material gain?
Feel your innocence slipping away, don't believe it's comin' back soon
You're starting to lose your sense of innocence, and it might be gone for a while, if ever.
(Gloria, Gloria, Gloria, Gloria, Gloria)
All this talk about you, Gloria. You're the center of attention.
Lyrics © Sugarmusic s.p.a., Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Gaetano Bigazzi, Umberto Tozzi, Trevor Stanley Veitch
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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This is for you Laura for a new decade the 2020's
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Happy new year here's to 2020 new year new era new beginnings with a lot of crazy shit going on let's not hate on each other let's learn to get along with one another no matter what our race religion or ethnicity is all the best for 20 peace on earth
@Adara007
Happy New Year! All the best, from Australia - and thank you for these great songs from the 80s! I used to dance and figure skate to this, and still do!
@nathanielskeen2887
I'm 18 year's old and I was playing nothing but '80s on New Years Eve, because 99% of the music now days is crap. Jealous of past generations.
@tziviamargolis9388
@ Michael savin thanx luv back @ ya have an amazing awesome weekend cheers
@matthewbittenbender9191
This song always reminds me of my mother. She had a pretty hard life, 2 divorces one from an abusive alcoholic, raised 4 kids, and died at 42 of cancer. But on occasion this song would play on the radio and she'd forget her worries for just a moment and sing it like Laura Brangahan herself. My best memories was when I was in college and we went to 2 weddings within 2 years and we danced to this practically clearing that dance floor. I just remember her wide smile and how happy she was in the moment. After the 2nd wedding, she was gone by the following year, but before she went I played this for her in the hospital and tho she couldn't sing, she flashed that signature smile. This song will forever and always be her song to me.
@AliceP.
What a beautiful story! Thank you for sharing. My mother has passed too. These memories are worth more than pure gold, I do know :)
@deanmccauley1356
This song makes me smile, and reading this story made me smile also. God bless your mother, sir.💚
@dukebmxrider
Time is eternal, those moments where unforgettable for your mom. God bless you.