After Metro recorded New Love in 1979 and Future Imperfect a year later, they broke up. Godwin went solo, releasing the LP Images of Heaven in 1982. The synth pop title track became a cult favorite on new wave radio stations, and a provocative version of its video received controversy because it presented naked women in crucifix poses. David Bowie covered Metro's "Criminal World" on his Let's Dance album in 1983, renewing interest in Godwin's old group. But 1983's Correspondence would be the last time fans would hear from Godwin until 1998's Images of Heaven: The Best of Peter Godwin, a retrospective of his career that featured three new songs. During his absence Godwin wrote for other musicians and even acted in films.
Young Pleasure
Peter Godwin Lyrics
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I dream of the simple pleasures we know
keeping a light
I wait for the moments when were alone
between your arms - there’s no-one but me
nothing can harm the future we see
you’ve got it all
you’ve got the key
you’ve got the charm that opens the door
deep in your eyes - love like a fire
here in your hands - holding desire
young pleasure delights me
young pleasure knows
I can recall
the night closing in a desperate man
hard on my heels
destiny came and lent me a hand and
swept off my feet - into your life
every goodbye - cuts like a knife
cuts like a knife
young pleasure invites me
young pleasure knows
young pleasure delights me
young pleasure grows
The opening lines of the song "Young Pleasure" by Peter Godwin convey the singer's longing for the simple joys and moments of intimacy that he shares with his lover. He is dreaming of these pleasures that they both know and waiting for the moments alone with her, between her arms where nothing can harm the future they see. It is in these moments of love that he feels safe and protected. Godwin's use of light as a metaphor throughout the song reinforces the idea that their love brings warmth and illumination to his life.
The second stanza of the song talks about the admiration and respect the singer has for his lover. She's someone who knows what she wants, has the key to her life, and the charm to open doors. She has a love for him that burns like a fire deep in her eyes and holding that desire in her hands. The contrasting scene of the desperate man and his destiny that lends him a hand is indicative of a profound realization that he must have had. He was on the brink of losing everything when he was swept off his feet into her life. Every goodbye cuts like a knife, implying that he must have gone through a difficult journey before he found his young pleasure.
The song is a testament to the power of love that can light up even the darkest of nights. It speaks of the beauty of intimacy and how sometimes it is the smallest moments that can bring us the most pleasure. The message of the song is universal and appeals to all generations who have experienced the joy of being in love. It's a beautiful tribute to young love and the idealistic hope it brings with it.
Line by Line Meaning
here in the night
In this dark moment
I dream of the simple pleasures we know
I yearn for the small but meaningful joys that we have enjoyed together
keeping a light
I keep hope alive
I wait for the moments when were alone
I eagerly anticipate the times we spend together in privacy
between your arms - there’s no-one but me
When I am held by you, I feel safe and loved
nothing can harm the future we see
We have a shared vision for our future and nothing can stop us from reaching it
you’ve got it all
You possess everything one could ask for
you’ve got the sense to know what it’s for
You have intelligence and understanding of the meaning of things
you’ve got the key
You have the solution to unlock any problem
you’ve got the charm that opens the door
Your charisma and magnetism can open any door for us
deep in your eyes - love like a fire
Your passionate love shines through your eyes
here in your hands - holding desire
The desire we have for each other is palpable in your touch
young pleasure delights me
The excitement and joy of youth make me happy
young pleasure knows
Youth understands the importance of living in the present moment
I can recall
I can remember
the night closing in a desperate man
A hopeless man enveloped by darkness
hard on my heels
Chasing me relentlessly
destiny came and lent me a hand and
Fate intervened and helped me
swept off my feet - into your life
You made me fall in love with you and become a part of your existence
every goodbye - cuts like a knife
Every time we part, it hurts me deeply
young pleasure invites me
The joy of youth entices me
young pleasure knows
Youth understands what brings happiness and fulfillment
young pleasure delights me
The pure happiness of youth brings me joy
young pleasure grows
The energy and enthusiasm of youth continue to grow and inspire me
Contributed by Jasmine K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
LandOfGold55
Still sounds just as great as it did in 83. One of my favorites from Peter.
veronica guiotto
The most beautiful and soulful song I've ever listen by him :) <3
astheskyfalls
Great Song - Peter Godwin has always been so underated in the UK.
Christiaan Opalfvens
you should hear his latest one ;)
stevevoxxy
only godwin can sing with this emotion legend!
Pedro Illanes Jiménez
UNA MARAVILLOSA CANCION
Eric Lindsey
He's probably best paid-known for writing the Bowie Hit "Criminal World." Bowie covered it. What a compliment!!
Carlos Alberto Jácomo
PLEASE SPOTIFY!!!!!!
STRANGER
when in Rome?? kinda??