Singing "In Your Eyes… Read Full Bio ↴Niamh Kavanagh (born 1968) is an Irish singer.
Singing "In Your Eyes" (words and music by Jimmy Walsh) she won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1993 for the host nation, Ireland. It was the best selling single in Ireland for 1993, and reached No. 24 in the United Kingdom.
Previously she had performed as a lead and backing vocalist on the film soundtracks for The Commitments.
She appeared on The Late Late Show's Euro Song 2010 show on March 5th where her song "It's For You" (written by Niall Mooney, Lina Eriksson, Jonas Gladnikoff and Marten Eriksson) was chosen as Ireland's entry for the 2010 Eurovision Song Contest.
In Your Eyes
Niamh Kavanagh Lyrics
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I made myself an island, trying to take my heart and hide
I built a wall around me, afraid of letting go
But suddenly an open door I never saw before
In your eyes
I see the light leading me home again
It's heaven in your arms, my love
In you eyes, seems so right
I see forever in your smile
This woman is a child again
(In your eyes)
Love's been building bridges between your heart and mine
I'm safe here on my island, but I'm out on the edge this time
I built a wall around me, thought I'd save myself the pain
Your touch swept me away, now I'll never play it safe again
In your eyes
I see the light leading me home again
It's heaven in your arms, my love
My heart is in your hands
In you eyes, seems so right
I see forever in your smile
This woman is a child again
I've never been this close
How do I know love will survive?
I'm walking a tightrope
Here, in your arms, I'm alive
In your eyes, I see the light
I see forever in your smile
This woman is a child again
Oh... in your eyes
(I see the light leading me home again)
I see the light, I see the light
(It's heaven in your arms, my love)
(My heart is in your hands)
Whoa...
(In you eyes, feels so right)
I see forever in your smile
This woman is a child again
When I look in your eyes
The lyrics to Niamh Kavanagh's song "In Your Eyes" speak about a person who had locked away their emotions after experiencing pain in love. They had built a wall around themselves to protect from being hurt again, but someone comes into their life and opens a door to a new kind of love. In the other person's eyes, the singer sees the light that leads them home again, and they feel safe and loved. They are out on the edge this time, taking a chance on love, and they wonder if it will survive. But being in the other person's arms makes them feel alive, and they see forever in their smile. In the end, the singer becomes like a child again, experiencing the joy and wonder of love.
The lyrics of "In Your Eyes" are relatable to anyone who has been hurt in love but still longs for a deep connection with another person. The song captures the feeling of being hesitant but hopeful, of wanting to let go of the past and trust in a new love. The singer's journey from being closed off to being open and vulnerable shows that love can heal even the deepest wounds.
Line by Line Meaning
Showing no emotion, my feelings locked inside
I have kept my emotions hidden and haven't expressed my true feelings.
I made myself an island, trying to take my heart and hide
I have tried to protect myself by isolating and keeping my feelings hidden.
I built a wall around me, afraid of letting go
I have created a mental barrier to protect myself from being hurt and avoid taking risks.
But suddenly an open door I never saw before
Unexpectedly, I have found an opportunity that I had never considered before.
In your eyes, I see the light leading me home again
Your eyes reflect a light that makes me feel safe and secure, like I have finally found my way back home.
It's heaven in your arms, my love
Being in your arms feels like I am in heaven and I am filled with love.
My heart is in your hands
I have entrusted my heart to you and you have the power to love or hurt me.
In your eyes, seems so right
Your eyes give me reassurance that I am on the right path and that we are meant to be together.
I see forever in your smile
Your smile gives me hope that our love will last until we grow old and beyond.
This woman is a child again
Being with you makes me feel young again, like a child who is experiencing everything for the first time and without fear.
Love's been building bridges between your heart and mine
Our love has created a connection and a path between our hearts, allowing us to truly know each other and grow together.
I'm safe here on my island, but I'm out on the edge this time
Although I feel safe and protected on my isolated island, I am taking a risk and venturing out of my comfort zone by allowing myself to love.
Your touch swept me away, now I'll never play it safe again
Your touch has completely taken over my thoughts and my heart, and now I am willing to take risks and leave my comfort zone because of my love for you.
I've never been this close
I have never felt this intimate or vulnerable with someone before.
How do I know love will survive?
Although I am committed and in love, I still have fears about the future and whether our love will endure.
I'm walking a tightrope
I am taking a risk, similar to walking on a tightrope or a thin line between safe and dangerous.
Here, in your arms, I'm alive
Being in your arms fills me with life and a sense of purpose, and makes me feel safe and secure.
I see the light, I see the light
I have found the light that guides me and illuminates my path toward love and happiness.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Peter Gabriel
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Showing no emotion, my feelings locked inside
I made myself an island, trying to take my heart and hide
I built a wall around me, afraid of letting go
But suddenly an open door I never saw before
In your eyes
I see the light leading me home again
It's heaven in your arms, my love
My heart is in your hands
In you eyes, seems so right
I see forever in your smile
This woman is a child again
(In your eyes)
Love's been building bridges between your heart and mine
I'm safe here on my island, but I'm out on the edge this time
I built a wall around me, thought I'd save myself the pain
Your touch swept me away, now I'll never play it safe again
In your eyes
I see the light leading me home again
It's heaven in your arms, my love
My heart is in your hands
In you eyes, seems so right
I see forever in your smile
This woman is a child again
I've never been this close
How do I know love will survive?
I'm walking a tightrope
Here, in your arms, I'm alive
In your eyes, I see the light
I see forever in your smile
This woman is a child again
Oh... in your eyes
(I see the light leading me home again)
I see the light, I see the light
(It's heaven in your arms, my love)
(My heart is in your hands)
Whoa...
(In you eyes, feels so right)
I see forever in your smile
This woman is a child again
When I look in your eyes
@casiopeelinda3747
La plus belle chanson de l eurovision pour moi c est celle ci
J aime gloria estefan et niamh à le même timbre de voix qu elle
La chanson et parfaite
Et merveilleusement interpréter par la belle niamh
Même le dos tourné je me serai retourner
Ya tout la perfection
Un talent un grand talent
Et pourtant c était loin d etre gagné elle représenté l Irlande qui avait gagné l année d avant je les entendu je me disais oh dommage c est rare qu un pays gagné 2fois l Espagne
L avais fait en 68et 69
J étais figé devant le poste
Et le miracle c est produit
Même la coupe du monde
En 98 et 2018 j ai pas eu cette sensation
Je peux le dire si j avais eu une maison de disque elle
Je l aurai pris les yeux fermés
@islayy3690
Ireland doesn’t often get much credit for our winners, but this is a truly phenomenal song and undoubtedly one of our best
@Alexgmusictech
Probably one of the best ballads ever written. And arguably the most worthy winner. I can't stop listening to this captivating song.
@michaelquinn5187
So true.
@a91170
Absolutely my favourite Eurovision song
@ukdavepianoman
It is an extraordinary, emotional song and beautifully sung
@Iggy3
She controls her voice so incredibly. It's fascinating to watch and listen to her
@BagznBirdz
The voice control and the ease of singing is so great here. She has no strong theatrics - she just stands there and sings. The song speaks for itself.
@stephenhough4957
Totally, Iggy3, it’s worth watching again and again to appreciate the pacing, the vocal control & the build up of emotion. It’s perfect, a wonderful song, wonderfully sung.
@nastyashingirey2667
Love your pfp
@a.waldegrave9248
She sang the hell out of this song!