Lifted
Naughty Boy feat. Emeli Sandé & Professor Green Lyrics
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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
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
The lyrics to "Lifted" by Naughty Boys Feat. Emeli Sande speak to the feeling of being invincible and carefree, as if you are a superhero. The opening lyrics describe a feeling of being unstoppable, as if you are flying higher than the trees and nothing can hold you back. The singer then acknowledges that while they can't turn back, they tell their heart to relax, indicating that they may be feeling some anxiety or doubt about their newfound confidence. However, they find solace in the darkness and the ability to close their eyes and escape their thoughts entirely.
The chorus speaks to being "lifted," reaching up for the light, and being free from the constraints of the devil or anything else that may try to catch them. The singer is not afraid and not alone, even if they are dancing on their own. The second verse continues the theme of losing control and being consumed by the music. Again, the singer acknowledges that they may have no excuses for their behavior, but they will still tell their heart to relax. The bridge speaks to finally finding something that was worth waiting for, and the relief that comes with having everything else disappear.
Overall, the song's message is about being comfortable in your own skin and finding moments of freedom and escape. The lyrics are relatable to anyone who has ever felt a rush of confidence or euphoria and wants to hold onto that feeling as long as possible.
Line by Line Meaning
Feel like a superhero, what type of dreams are these
I feel incredibly powerful like a superhero, and I am astounded by the dreams that I am having.
I'm as high as a eagle, I'm taller than the trees
I feel elevated and my spirit soars high like an eagle, and I feel larger than life itself.
And I can't turn back, I tell my heart relax
I feel invincible and I cannot go back to my old self; I must keep moving forward, though it's scary for me to do so, I am calmed by the belief in myself and my abilities.
Late at night, in the dark, I close my eyes
When it's quiet and there is no light, I close my eyes and let myself be still and at peace.
And suddenly everything is gone
Everything disappears and I am filled with a sense of clarity and calm.
All I hear is music, I'm losing all control
I am completely immersed in the beat of the music and I am no longer in control of my movements and emotions.
I have no excuses, can't say I wasn't told
I am aware that the path I am taking might have consequences and I cannot blame anyone else for my choices.
If the sky turns black, I'll tell my heart relax
In case things get worse, I will reassure myself that everything will be okay and that I can weather any storm.
Feels like I finally finally found it
I feel like I've been searching for something my whole life, and I've finally found it.
More than I, than I could have ever imagined
What I have found is more than I could have ever dreamed of, and it fills me with awe and wonder.
After all this waiting and this holding on
After all this time and effort, and all the waiting and uncertainty, I have finally arrived at my destination.
I'll be lifted, lifted, lifted
I will rise higher and higher, feeling more and more empowered and inspired.
Reach up for the light
I will strive to achieve my highest potential and to connect with something greater than myself.
Devil can't catch me tonight
I am protected from all negative forces, and I am free to be my best self, unencumbered by fear or anxiety.
I'm not afraid, and I'm not alone
I am brave and I am also surrounded by people who love and support me, who give me strength and courage.
Even if I'm dancing on my own
Even if I am by myself, I know that I am never truly alone, and I am free to express myself in my own unique way.
Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Emeli Sande, Harry Craze, Hugo Chegwin, James Murray, Jonny Coffer, Mustafa Omer, Shahid Khan
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