Xanadu
Olivia Newton-John Lyrics


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A place where nobody dared to go
The love that we came to know
They call it Xanadu
And now, open your eyes and see
What we have made is real
We are in Xanadu

A million lights are dancing
And there you are, a shooting star
An everlasting world
And you're here with me, eternally
Xanadu, Xanadu
(Now we are here) in Xanadu
Xanadu, Xanadu
(Now we are here) in Xanadu
Xanadu, your neon lights
Will shine for you, Xanadu

The love that echoes of long ago
You needed the world to know
They are in Xanadu
The dream that came
Through a million years
That lived through all the tears
It came to Xanadu

A million lights are dancing
And there you are, a shooting star
An everlasting world
And you're here with me, eternally
Xanadu, Xanadu
(Now we are here) in Xanadu
Xanadu, Xanadu
(Now we are here) in Xanadu

Now that I'm here
Now that you're near, in Xanadu
Now that I'm here




Now that you're near, in Xanadu
Xanadu

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Olivia Newton-John's song Xanadu describe a place where no one dared to go and a love that they came to know. This place is called Xanadu, which is portrayed as a magical and enchanting place that now exists and is real. The lyrics speak of a million lights dancing and a shooting star that represents an everlasting world. The dream that came through a million years and survived all the tears has finally come to Xanadu.


The lyrics evoke a feeling of joy and excitement, as if the singers have finally found a place where they belong. The neon lights of Xanadu shine for them, and they seem to be eternally happy in this place. Their love echoes of long ago and is finally here for the world to know. They seem to be saying that all of their dreams have come true, and they are feeling the immense happiness that follows.


Overall, the song is a celebration of finding one's place in the world and the love that makes it all worthwhile. It conveys the feeling of absolute joy and the sense of eternal happiness that comes from finding one's place in the world.


Line by Line Meaning

A place where nobody dared to go
Xanadu is a location that was previously unexplored due to its unknown and potentially dangerous nature.


The love that we came to know
In Xanadu, a deep and meaningful connection was formed between two individuals.


They call it Xanadu
The name given to this extraordinary location is Xanadu.


And now, open your eyes and see
Take a moment to observe and recognize that what you once thought was a dream is now a reality.


What we have made is real
Together, we have created an actual, tangible depiction of the love and beauty we once dreamed of.


We are in Xanadu
We have successfully reached and are now experiencing the wondrous Xanadu.


A million lights are dancing
A beautiful sight of numerous lights that are joyously moving and harmoniously dancing.


And there you are, a shooting star
In the midst of all the light and splendor, you shine brightly like a shooting star.


An everlasting world
A world that endures the test of time; one that remains forever.


And you're here with me, eternally
You and I are together, enduring the passing of time, for all eternity.


Xanadu, Xanadu (Now we are here) in Xanadu Xanadu, Xanadu (Now we are here) in Xanadu Xanadu, your neon lights Will shine for you, Xanadu
A repetition of the joyous and vibrant nature of the location, accompanied by a declaration of its endless beauty and light.


The love that echoes of long ago
A love that seems to reverberate through the ages, continuing on from the distant past.


You needed the world to know
Your love was so powerful that you desired it to be noticed and recognized by the entire world.


They are in Xanadu
Those who possessed such powerful and true love are now in Xanadu.


The dream that came Through a million years That lived through all the tears It came to Xanadu
The dream that persisted and endured throughout the centuries, despite catastrophe and sorrow, is now a reality realized in Xanadu.


Now that I'm here Now that you're near, in Xanadu
Now that I have arrived and you are here with me, we are both basking in the wonder of Xanadu.


Xanadu
A final, celebratory declaration of the location's name; repeated once more to punctuate the song's joyful and enthusiastic tone.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Anthem Entertainment, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Jeff Lynne

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@zero_bs_tolerance8646

"A place where nobody dared to go
The love that we came to know
They call it Xanadu [It takes your breath and it'll leave you blind]
And now, open your eyes and see
What we have made is real
We are in Xanadu [A dream of it, we offer you]
A million lights are dancing and there you are
A shooting star
An everlasting world and you're here with me
Eternally
Xanadu Xanadu
[Now we are here] In Xanadu
Xanadu Xanadu
[Now we are here] In Xanadu
Xanadu, your neon lights will shine
For you, Xanadu
The love, the echoes of long ago
You needed the world to know
They are in Xanadu [With every breath you drift away]
The dream that came through a million years
That lived on through all the tears
It came to Xanadu [The dream that you dream, well it will happen for you]
A million lights are dancing and there you are
A shooting star
An everlasting world and you're here with me
Eternally
Xanadu Xanadu
[Now we are here] In Xanadu
Xanadu Xanadu
[Now we are here] In Xanadu
Now that I'm here
Now that you're near in Xanadu
Now that I'm here
Now that you're near in Xanadu
Xanadu"



All comments from YouTube:

@leokimvideo

A one in a billion voice. She has the ability to lift a great song to the moon.

@jaynyvek3014

She was a great pop/country singer. Being one of the best looking women in show biz history is secondary.

@deeb8733

A piece of Heaven on Earth

@clubboy4790

that's a good description !

@stephentaylor2066

Great description.👍

@Fluke_Starbucker

leokimvideo Her voice is luminous!!

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@godphoenix66x

When I was a little boy I thought Olivia Newton John was an Angel sent from Heaven. Now as an adult I am truly heartbroken by her passing. Now she is truly among the Angels. R.I.P. sweet angel.

@datsuntoyy

Not an angel, a Greek goddess, a Muse.

@gavo1201

I thought exactly the same when I was a kid. I remeber watching this part of the movie (I was around 4) and wearing the white dress she was just and angel to me. 💚

@datsuntoyy

@@gavo1201 I'm 53 and I still feel that way about her.

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