Broken Wings
Mr. Wings Lyrics
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Why we can't just hold on
To each others hands
This time will be the last
I fear unless I make it all so clear
I need you so
Take these broken wings
And learn to live so free
And when we hear the voices sing
The book of love will open up
And let us in
Baby I think tonight
We can take what was wrong
And make it right
I need you so
Baby it's all I know
That you're half of the flesh
And blood makes me whole
I need you so
The lyrics to Mr. Mister's "Broken Wings" express the desperation, longing, and hopelessness of a relationship that is on the brink of falling apart. The singer of the song, who is likely the vocalist, admits that he can't quite understand why things have gotten so difficult between the two partners. He pleads with his lover to hold onto him, to give it one last try, and make things clear between them.
The line "Take these broken wings and learn to fly again" is a metaphor, indicating that the singer's lover has been hurt before, and now it's time to "fly" and "live free" away from that pain. By "voices singing," the song suggests that love will guide them in reaching the happiness and compatibility that they both crave. This line seems to recognize that the relationship had previously failed, and that they need to learn from their mistakes before trying again.
The song's overall message is one of the healing power of love. The singer stresses that his partner is essential to his own wellbeing, and that they are each other's perfect match. The song ends on a hopeful note, with the singer affirming his need for his lover.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby I don't understand
I am confused about our situation
Why we can't just hold on
Why can't we just stay together?
To each others hands
To remain connected
This time will be the last
If we don't make it work this time, we will never be able to again
I fear unless I make it all so clear
If I don't communicate well enough, things will not work out
I need you so
I cannot live without you
Take these broken wings
Help me become whole again
And learn to fly again
Give me the power to become confident and self-sufficient again
And learn to live so free
Find a way to live happily without any fears or emotions holding me down
And when we hear the voices sing
When our souls feel in harmony
The book of love will open up
The path will be clear
And let us in
And allow us to be happy together
Baby I think tonight
I feel that tonight is our chance
We can take what was wrong
We can correct all our previous mistakes
And make it right
And build a stronger relationship
Baby it's all I know
You are my everything
That you're half of the flesh
You are a part of me
And blood makes me whole
Together, we are complete
I need you so
I cannot live without you
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN ROSS LANG, RICHARD JAMES PAGE, STEVE GEORGE
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@gnnascarfan2410
Cannot believe this song is almost 40 years old, yet it sounds like it could have come out yesterday. Truly a timeless classic.
@pinty56
an absolute classic! brings back fond memories too... 😉
@rodolforodriguez6230
Absolutely
@schumifan78
This song is way too good to have come out yesterday..
@nicholashylton6857
Hopefully, but I doubt it. This kind of tune isn't commercial anymore.
@lianalonge1984
It feels like such a privilege to have grown up in the 80s. We may not have had the technology then as we do today, but the music, fashion, and creativity were the best. 🥰
@jamela6357
Yes!! I agree it was a great time. I'm a #78baby and #80sraised #bestdecadeever
@davidbarr56
Well said I agree 100%
@lianalonge1984
@@jamela6357 👊🏽 I’m a #70baby and #80teen. Movies like The Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles, Weird Science, Heathers, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, and others bring back so many good memories of being a teen. And recent movies/mini series like WW1984, Stranger Things, and The Wedding Singer are near and dear to my heart. 😁❤️
@seattlebeast6165
I've always wanted to go back in time to live in the 80s