She was born in the neighborhood of Greenpoint in Brooklyn, New York City, New York on January 10, 1953 as Patricia Andrzejewski. She graduated from Lindenhurst High on Long Island in 1971. She married her lead guitarist, Neil "Spyder" Geraldo, in 1982, and she has two children, named Haley and Hana.
In 1973, Benatar quit her job as a bank teller to pursue a singing career after being inspired by a Liza Minnelli concert she saw in Richmond. She got a job as a singing waitress at a flapper-esque nightclub named "The Roaring Twenties", and got a gig singing in lounge band Coxon's Army. They garnered enough attention to be the subject of a never-aired PBS special, and the band's bassist, Roger Capps, would go on to be the original bass player for the Pat Benatar band.
This period also yielded Benatar's first solo single – 1974's "Day Gig" – until her eventual major label debut on Chrysalis Records in 1979. The song was released via Trace Records, and was both written and produced by Coxon's Army band leader Phil Coxon.
Benatar's big break came in 1975 at an amateur night at the comedy club "Catch a Rising Star" in New York City. Her rousing rendition of Judy Garland's "Rock-a-Bye Your Baby with a Dixie Melody" earned her a call back by club owner Rick Newman, who would later become her manager.
After many years of producing big budget albums, Neil and Pat have continued to produce albums together, even though they have decided to end their association with major labels. They have chosen instead to place the care of their children above industry demands, and make records at home in their own professional quality studio. Each summer when their girls get out of school for vacation, they all pack up, board a tour bus, and set out to play as many shows as they can fit into the summer months. Pat and Neil maintain a close, and much more personal, relationship with their fans, than they were able to do in 80's during the heights of their commercial success.
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Here's My Heart
Pat Benatar Lyrics
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I hid my love in thin disguise
I tried to leave, how could I stay?
What if my heart gave me away?
I always thought I'd be prepared
But love just caught me unaware
You said the words and I believed
I fell so hard, I fell so deep
Love can't hide, though it tries
Hearts catch fire, so has mine
Here's My Heart
So true love triumphs once again
It always makes it in the end
And if you let the heart run free
It will return faithfully
Love can't hide, though it tries
Hearts catch fire, all the time
Helpless love walks the line
Hearts catch fire, the hour is fine
Here's My Heart
Ooh, Ooh
Love can't hide, though it tries
Hearts catch fire, all the time
Helpless love walks the line
Hearts catch fire, so has mine
Here's My Heart
Here's My Heart
Here's My Heart
Here's My Heart
Ooh... Hey, Hey, Hey
The lyrics to Pat Benatar's Here's My Heart depict a tale of unexpected love. The singer expresses surprise at how their love came about, attempting to hide their feelings but unable to leave the situation. The fear of revealing their heart is present, but they ultimately fall deeply for their love interest. The chorus emphasizes how love cannot be hidden and how it will always find a way to ignite, showcasing the power of true love. The lyrics then illustrate how true love always triumphs, and if one allows their heart to run free, it will come back to them faithfully. The song ends with the repetition of the chorus, highlighting the sincerity and passion behind the singer's vulnerability.
Throughout the song, the use of metaphorical language, such as "hearts catch fire," adds depth to the lyrics and offers a sense of intensity to the love story. The lyrics also showcase the fear of vulnerability that is common in love, as the singer initially attempts to hide their feelings. However, the message ultimately becomes one of hope and faith in true love's power.
Overall, "Here's My Heart" offers a beautiful representation of the complicated and exhilarating emotions that come with falling in love unexpectedly. It highlights the potential fear and uncertainty of such a situation, while also emphasizing the beauty and triumph that true love can bring.
Line by Line Meaning
Our two worlds met in strange surprise
Despite coming from different backgrounds and experiences, we found each other unexpectedly.
I hid my love in thin disguise
I tried to conceal my love for you, but it was so evident that it could hardly be masked.
I tried to leave, how could I stay?
I was conflicted between wanting to be with you and the fear of being vulnerable and exposed.
What if my heart gave me away?
I was afraid that my emotions and feelings for you would be so obvious, that you would know how deeply I cared about you.
I always thought I'd be prepared
I thought I knew what love was and how it worked, but I was wrong.
But love just caught me unaware
I was caught off guard by the intensity and strength of my love for you, it took me by surprise.
You said the words and I believed
Your words gave me hope and made me trust in love again.
I fell so hard, I fell so deep
My love for you was so strong that it consumed me completely, leaving me vulnerable and exposed.
Love can't hide, though it tries
Love cannot be denied or hidden, it will always find a way to manifest itself.
Hearts catch fire, so has mine
Just like a match, love ignites and spreads quickly, and my heart has been set ablaze by my feelings for you.
Here's My Heart
I'm giving you my heart, my love is yours to keep.
So true love triumphs once again
Despite the difficulties and obstacles that love often presents, true love will always prevail.
It always makes it in the end
Eventually, love will find a way to overcome whatever stands in its way and reach its intended destination.
And if you let the heart run free
If you allow yourself to be open and free with your emotions and feelings, love will come to you naturally and effortlessly.
It will return faithfully
Love is a faithful and steadfast companion, always returning to those who truly believe in it.
Helpless love walks the line
Love can make us feel vulnerable and helpless, but we still continue to walk the path of love with hope and faith.
Hearts catch fire, the hour is fine
Our hearts can light up with passion and desire, even in the darkest and most unexpected of moments.
Ooh...
An expression of deep feeling and emotion, indicating the intensity of the love shared by the two people.
Hey, Hey, Hey
A celebratory exclamation of joy and happiness at the realization of the power of love.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GIORGIO MORODER, PETE BELLOTTE
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DC Dad
I believe her voice was classically trained. You hear the value from how she powerfully sustains notes. Gorge...
John Ruhl
She studied for Julliard in the Classical/Opera vocal.
buckieloon
Daniel, what a fantastic job you've done with this, thank you ! Pat's song is a highlight, and always makes me cry. Very well done ! 😃
BX-637
This song at the end, when the two guys who have been enemies the whole movie, shake hands, right as Pat belts out, "Love can't hide....", gets me every time.
joe salo
BX, you nailed it. The handshake accompanied by the drum leading into Pat's voice is perfect. I love how Moroder slowed the handshake down, and how you don't really see the hands connecting as they fade out, because you don't need to. It symbolizes that a new world, which we won't see in this incredible film, is going to overtake the one we just saw. I saw this in Brookline MA in 1984, and the entire audience stood and applauded at that moment.
Reg Hunt Music
Thanks for this :')
Moroder's version of Metropols is brilliant, no matter what people say.
Brad P
It's by far the best edition of the movie.
Mark Andrews
Absolutely wonderful to listen to
Thomas Sicard
I love this Moroder version. LOVE IT. Period. Yes, I cry, too.
harry
no one could ever disparage this masterpiece!