Mishka became interested in jazz at the age of 3 and her very first initiations into music were old songs, including those of Joni Mitchell, which she listened to as a child. She then began saxophone lessons at the age of 10 and by 14 she was singing jazz standards.
Whilst taking her A levels at King’s School in Canterbury she joined the school jazz band where she was associated with some of the rising young talents of the school. Having just hurdled her A levels in Canterbury, Mishka flew back to Manila after nine years of boarding school to continue her studies at the University of the Philippines – College of music – majoring in saxophone.
She was introduced for the first time on stage where she performed with the former first lady Amelita Ramos’ Executive Jazz Band at the ‘Coming Home’ Show, a benefit show for the Museum Foundation in Manila. Henceforth, she performed in many jazz venues & music festivals in Manila.
Mishka was invited as guest artist at a major event organized by the British Council (Manila) – a music spectacular ‘Jazz in Time’ featuring the UK jazz legend Courtney Pine and Cameron Pierre, one of Candid’s artists. Her impeccable rendition of Billie Holiday’s signature song ‘God Bless the Child’, earned this young talent the immediate admiration of the audience. A representative from CANDID Philippines office asked her for a demo which was immediately sent to Alan Bates in London for approval. In barely two weeks, she was signed up and given a budget for a new recording.
Mishka’s new album highlights her individual approach to standards, incorporating world music and African-reggae inspired beats into her originals. Mishka’s charismatic innocence is put to good use in her repertoire ranging from classics like Change Partners and Autumn Leaves to her originals Where do we Begin? and War of the Skies.
When Did You Leave Heaven
Mishka Adams Lyrics
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How could they let you go
How's ev'rything in Heaven
I'd like to know
Why did you trade Heaven
For all these earthly things
Where did you hide your halo
Have they missed you
Can you get back in
If I kissed you
Would it be a sin
I am only human
But you are so divine
When did you leave Heaven
Angel mine?
Ooooh, have they missed you
Can you get back in
If I should kiss you
Would it be a sin
I am only human
But you are so divine
When did you leave Heaven
Angel mine
When did you leave Heaven
Angel mine
The lyrics to Mishka Adams's song "When Did You Leave Heaven" are a poignant inquiry about the departure of a beloved angel from heaven to earth. Addressing the angel directly, the singer expresses their confusion and heartache at the angel's absence from heaven, questioning how someone so divine could have left such a heavenly place. The singer also ponders what earthly pleasures could have enticed the angel to leave paradise behind, and wonders whether the angel can ever return to heaven after having tasted the earth's pleasures.
The lyrics suggest that the singer is mourning the loss of the angel's presence, and is deeply conflicted about their feelings for the celestial being. The line "If I kissed you, would it be a sin?" suggests that the singer is attracted to the angel and is struggling with feelings of desire that may be seen as sinful or taboo. Despite this, the singer remains in awe of the angel's divinity, and recognizes that their own humanity pales in comparison to the angel's otherworldly qualities.
Overall, "When Did You Leave Heaven" is a beautifully crafted song that explores themes of grief, longing, and desire, all through the lens of a celestial love affair.
Line by Line Meaning
When did you leave Heaven
I'm curious to know when you left the blissful state of heaven and came down to this world.
How could they let you go
I wonder how the heavenly beings could allow someone as special as you to leave.
How's ev'rything in Heaven
I'd like to know how things are up there, where everything is perfect and peaceful.
I'd like to know
I'm really interested in understanding more about the place where you used to reside.
Why did you trade Heaven
I can't understand why you would exchange such a perfect place for the imperfections of this world.
For all these earthly things
What did you gain from giving up heaven for the temporary pleasures and possessions of this world?
Where did you hide your halo
I can't see the ring of light that should be above your head if you were still an angel. Where did you conceal it?
Where did you lose your wings
I don't see the beautiful, white wings that should be part of your angelic form. What happened to them?
Have they missed you
Do the heavenly beings that you left behind yearn for your presence?
Can you get back in
Is it possible for you to return to heaven or have you foreclosed your opportunity?
If I kissed you
If I showed affection towards you, would it go against any heavenly law or rule?
Would it be a sin
Is there any spiritual offense in expressing my feelings for you in that way?
I am only human
I accept that I am limited in my understanding and wrestling with conflicting emotions and impulses.
But you are so divine
You are of exalted, heavenly character; there is something special and captivating about you.
Angel mine?
You were an angel before and will always be mine, I hope for that to be forever true.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RICHARD A. WHITING, WALTER BULLOCK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Lanz del Rosario
true true true!! lalo na ung guitarist ni mishka.. the legend Sammy Asuncion!!
DaJohann Benavente
idol ko din ung bassist, c louie talan un ng razorback,