Lifted
Naughty Boy Feat Emeli Sandé Lyrics


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Feel like a superhero, what type of dreams are these
I’m as high as a eagle, I’m taller than the trees
And I can’t turn back, I tell my heart relax
Late at night, in the dark, I close my eyes
And suddenly everything is gone

I’ll be lifted, lifted, lifted
Reach up for the light
I’ll be lifted, lifted, lifted
Devil can’t catch me tonight
I’m not afraid, and I’m not alone
Even if I’m dancing on my own
I’ll be lifted, lifted, lifted

All I hear is music, I’m losing all control
I have no excuses, can’t say I wasn’t told
If the sky turns black, I’ll tell my heart relax
Late at night, in the dark, I close my eyes
And suddenly everything is gone

I’ll be lifted, lifted, lifted
Reach up for the light
I’ll be lifted, lifted, lifted
Devil can’t catch me tonight
I’m not afraid, and I’m not alone
Even if I’m dancing on my own
I’ll be lifted, lifted, lifted

Feels like I finally finally found it
More than I, than I could have ever imagined
After all this waiting and this holding on
Suddenly everything was gone

I’ll be lifted, lifted, lifted
Reach up for the light
I’ll be lifted, lifted, lifted
Devil can’t catch me tonight
I’m not afraid, and I’m not alone




Even if I’m dancing on my own
I’ll be lifted, lifted, lifted

Overall Meaning

In Naughty Boy ft. Emeli Sandé's "Lifted," the lyrics convey a feeling of euphoria and empowerment. The opening lines paint a picture of feeling invincible, as if the singer has superhuman abilities that make them immune to the world's struggles. They feel as high as an eagle, tall as trees. Despite the sensation of being untouchable, the singer acknowledges moments of doubt, but in those moments, they tell their heart to relax, and everything fades away. The chorus repeats that the singer will be lifted and the devil can't catch them, highlighting their sense of invulnerability against negative forces.


The second verse further emphasizes the idea of losing control to music and being unable to make excuses for it. The singer acknowledges that troubles may arise, but they remain steadfast in their assurance that they won't be held back. The bridge brings resolve to the song, as the singer claims they’ve found something precious and profound. Even after waiting for it for so long, suddenly everything has disappeared, as they reach higher for the light.


Overall, the song “Lifted” is about overcoming obstacles and feeling empowered by music. The lyrics suggest that through the power of music, an individual can feel invincible and lifted despite any situations, and that overcoming struggles along the way is crucial to reaching such a state of mind.


Line by Line Meaning

Feel like a superhero, what type of dreams are these
I feel so powerful and invincible, these dreams seem unreal


I’m as high as a eagle, I’m taller than the trees
I feel free and unstoppable, like I am above everything


And I can’t turn back, I tell my heart relax
I am committed to moving forward, even though it's scary, I calm myself


Late at night, in the dark, I close my eyes
When it's quiet and still, I let everything else fade away


And suddenly everything is gone
All of my worries and fears disappear in that moment


All I hear is music, I’m losing all control
I am completely immersed in the music, letting it take me over


I have no excuses, can’t say I wasn’t told
I can't blame anyone else, I knew what I was getting into


If the sky turns black, I’ll tell my heart relax
Even if things get really tough, I know I can handle it


Feels like I finally finally found it
It feels like I have finally discovered what I was searching for


More than I, than I could have ever imagined
It's even better than anything I could have dreamed up


After all this waiting and this holding on
After all the waiting and hoping and dreaming, it's finally here


I’ll be lifted, lifted, lifted
I will feel liberated, free, elevated


Reach up for the light
Aiming for the positive, the uplifting, the enlightened


Devil can’t catch me tonight
I will not let negativity or evil bring me down


I’m not afraid, and I’m not alone
I am fearless and I have support, I am strong enough to face anything


Even if I’m dancing on my own
Even if I am alone in this journey, I will keep moving forward, keep dancing




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: EMELI SANDE, HARRY CRAZE, HUGO CHEGWIN, JAMES MURRAY, JONNY COFFER, MUSTAFA OMER, SHAHID KHAN

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Comments from YouTube:

@ak4Zay

Wish more music was still made with this level of soul and emotion in it

@dashfoster7594

It's amazing how music can make you feel so alive.

@Borboleta1212

I was just thinking (or rather FEELING!) that. It’s a good feeling isn’t it 🙏❤️🎵 💪💃Much love 💚💚

@j.schneider6873

I'll be lifted, lifted, lifted. Reach up for the light. I'll be lifted, lifted, lifted. Devil can't catch me tonight. Jesus is the light of which she sings and so we all feel alive when we hear the praise.

@marcinobrzud1166

Ta piosenka jest boska,a refren wymiata ♥ Za każdym razem gdy go słyszę mam ciarki :3

@Marquesowens

this song is absolutely one of my new favorites and Emeli Sande ALWAYS delivers an OUTSTANDING performance!

@devadatta2201

Thanks for sharing...gotta love ms. Sande...fuckin love it....fuckin live it!

@Marquesowens

youre welcome!! emeli sande is amazing!!

@kaylahw6916

this song makes me wanna grab a group of friends and just go on a long drive around the world, it just makes me feel like traveling.

@ravie1626

Ik the feel, this song makes me feel like I'm running and spinning around happily in the rocky mountains and there's just pure white snow around me and I'm at the centre of the earth

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