The single reached #2 on the charts in the UK.
Some reports have Roger Taylor writing the song in 1986 as part of Queen's A Kind of Magic album sessions, after their work on Highlander was complete. If he did, the song was not used, or was left incomplete when the album was finished. When Taylor started working on the material for the album Shove It, he recruited Freddie Mercury to record the backing vocals on the song. Two versions were recorded, one with Mercury doing only backing vocals to Taylor's lead vocals, and another with Mercury singing the lead vocals. The backing track of each was re-recorded as well, instead of the two lead vocals being recorded over the same instrumental backing. The Taylor-vocal version is about twenty seconds longer than the Mercury-vocal version.
The Cross versions also feature a spoken intro by Taylor, as well as a spoken refrain in the middle. The refrain in the Taylor vocal has an extra lyric not sung in the Mercury-vocal version (though it appears in the printed lyrics). Both versions end with Taylor saying "And that. Is the end. Of this section." It's unclear if he means 'section' as that half of the album, or the serious-issues section of the album (this song being the only serious song on the album).
The UK edition of the album Shove It featured Mercury's vocal version, while the UK single featured Taylor's vocal version. In the US, the album featured Taylor's vocal version and neither were released as a single.
Heaven for Everyone
Queen Lyrics
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This could be heaven
This could be heaven
This could be heaven
This could be heaven for everyone
In these days of cool reflection (reflection)
You come to me and everything seems alright
You sit by me and everything's fine
This could be heaven for everyone
This world could be fed, this world could be fun
This could be heaven for everyone
This world could be free, this world could be one
In this world of cool deception
Just your smile can smooth my ride
These troubled days of cruel rejection, hmm
You come to me, soothe my troubled mind
Yeah, this could be heaven for everyone
This world could be fed, (yeah) this world could be fun
This should be love for everyone, yeah
This world should be free, (yeah) this world could be one
We should bring love to our daughters and sons
Love, love, love, this could be heaven for everyone
You know that
This could be heaven for everyone, yea he he he woo
This could be heaven for everyone
Listen what people do to other souls
They take their lives destroy their goals
Their basic pride and dignity
Is stripped and torn and shown no pity
When this should be heaven for everyone
This could be heaven
This could be heaven (this could be heaven for everyone)
This could be heaven
Could be heaven for everyone
This could be heaven
This could be heaven
Could be heaven (could be heaven for everyone)
This could be heaven
Could be heaven for everyone
This could be heaven (love, love, love, love)
This could be heaven
This could be heaven
This could be heaven
This could be heaven
For everyone
For everyone
The lyrics of "Heaven for Everyone" by Queen speak about the possibility of finding a paradise on earth where everyone can live in harmony and peace. The song begins with repeating the phrase "This could be heaven" four times, emphasizing the idea of how close humanity is to realized their collective dream of achieving a better world. The next line "for everyone" completes the thought, highlighting that the goal is not just for a few select individuals but for all beings.
The verses discuss the challenges present in the world today – cool reflection, cold affections, and cruel deception. However, the chorus brings hope by emphasizing the potential of this world to be fed, fun, and free. It is achievable by bringing love not just to our daughters and sons, but to each person we interact with.
The song also touches on the stark reality of how some individuals treat others around them, stripping them of their basic pride and dignity. The lyrics remind us that this world should be a paradise for all, without exception.
Overall, "Heaven for Everyone" is a hopeful call to action that encourages listeners to strive towards a world where love and compassion are present.
Line by Line Meaning
This could be heaven
The current world situation has the potential to be ideal
This could be heaven for everyone
Everyone has the opportunity to enjoy a peaceful, happy life
In these days of cool reflection (reflection)
In the present time of analytical thinking and mindfulness
You come to me and everything seems alright
Your presence brings comfort and eliminates my worries
In these days of cold affections
In a time where emotions are often not expressed
You sit by me and everything's fine
Your companionship brings warmth and happiness
This world could be fed, this world could be fun
It is possible for everyone to have their basic needs met and to enjoy life
This world could be free, this world could be one
The world has the potential to be united and free from conflict
In this world of cool deception
In a world where people are often deceitful
Just your smile can smooth my ride
Your kindness has the power to make my life easier
These troubled days of cruel rejection, hmm
These difficult times of harsh exclusion from society
You come to me, soothe my troubled mind
Your comforting presence eases my worries and fears
This should be love for everyone, yeah
Love should be felt and experienced by all
We should bring love to our daughters and sons
We should teach our children the importance of love and acceptance
Listen what people do to other souls
Pay attention to the harmful actions that people inflict on others
They take their lives destroy their goals
They ruin people's lives and shatter their dreams
Their basic pride and dignity
Their fundamental sense of self-worth and respect
Is stripped and torn and shown no pity
Is taken away and disregarded with no regard for their feelings
This could be heaven (love, love, love, love)
A world filled with love could be utopia
You know that
You understand what I'm saying
Could be heaven for everyone
Everyone has the potential for happiness and joy
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ROGER MEDDOWS TAYLOR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lilianwal2385
His voice is liquid gold, soft velvet, pure silk...
@manuelfedericocachazasanju5294
HIS VOICE WAS A GIFT FROM GOD ! ....HONESTLY !🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏🙏🙏🙏😭😭😭😭
@leonardofalcones7776
Agree My friend.
@mikeyates7931
Absolutely
@attilafarkas274
Absolutely.
@wesley88
The Man may be gone, but his voice will live on forevermore.
@iranicus
He's not gone he just went home :>
@markcf83
Amen.
@tedcrilly46
AI Freddie!! we can do it.
@paulmorgan4804
Rock steady Freddie. 30 years gone, but never forgotten.