Julia
Rea Chris Lyrics
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Make you feel so strange
Somewhere deep inside
It's the face of an angel
Soul of the devil may care
How I'd love to know
What goes on in there
She needs your love
She needs it every day
But speak of love
See her laugh and run away
Julia, which way will you go
Julia, I want to know
Julia, only the moon and stars
Julia, know just where you are
Julia
See the dance that needs no alibi
Oh you don't need to dream
When you know you can fly
She needs your love
She needs it every day
But speak of love
See her laugh and run away
Julia, which way will you go
Julia, I want to know
Julia, only the moon and stars
Julia, know just where you are
Julia
The song Julia by Chris Rea is about a mysterious woman named Julia who has an angelic face but a carefree and devilish soul. The lyrics describe her as having big, bright eyes that make the listener feel strange deep within. The singer expresses a desire to know what goes on in Julia’s mind and thoughts. Despite her need for love, whenever the singer mentions love, Julia laughs and runs away. The chorus repeats the line “Julia, which way will you go? Julia, I want to know. Julia, only the moon and stars, Julia, know just where you are,” indicating the singer’s yearning to understand Julia’s true intentions.
One interpretation of the song is that it’s about the singer’s futile attempts to understand Julia’s complex personality. The contrast between her innocent appearance and her mischievous nature creates an air of mystery around her. The repeated mention of the moon and stars creates a sense of distance, as if Julia is in her own world beyond the singer’s grasp. The song also touches on the theme of unrequited love, as Julia seems to reject the singer’s advances despite her need for love.
Overall, Julia is a hauntingly beautiful song that captures the complexity of human relationships and the elusiveness of human nature.
Line by Line Meaning
Eyes so bright, so big and wide
Her eyes are so distinct, they compel an unfamiliar and curious feeling inside of you.
Make you feel so strange
Her presence is perplexing and causes an uneasy feeling.
Somewhere deep inside
This feeling is not just superficial, it touches something much deeper within you.
It's the face of an angel
Her appearance is angelic and embodies purity.
Soul of the devil may care
However, her personality is rebellious and carefree like that of the devil.
How I'd love to know
There's a desire to understand her complex nature.
What goes on in there
To comprehend what goes on inside of her mind and soul.
She needs your love
She requires your love and attention regularly.
She needs it every day
This love is required daily to satisfy her needs.
But speak of love
However, if you mention love specifically,
See her laugh and run away
She will laugh it off and distance herself from you.
Julia, which way will you go
Julia, what kind of life will you choose?
Julia, I want to know
Julia, I desire to understand you better.
Julia, only the moon and stars
Julia, the only things that know your true self are the moon and stars.
Julia, know just where you are
The moon and stars know exactly where she is in life, and this is something others cannot seem to grasp.
See the dance that needs no alibi
Witness the dance that does not require justification.
Oh you don't need to dream
You don't need to imagine the dance, since it is reality.
When you know you can fly
When you are aware you have the ability to soar and be free.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER ANTON REA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@godsrighthandfull
Me Ma called me Kevin after the Irish Martyr Kevin Barry.
This is a beautiful song, I got here after visiting the Ultimate Guitar Tabs app, where you can learn the tabs or chords for songs.
I had just loaded the guitar chords for this song as I wish to play it as I’ve recently fallen in love with a beautiful girl (Lady...) called Julia and at the bottom of the page there was a tab labelled “Listen” which, when pressed led me to YouTube... and here I am...
The fact your mother named you after this song shows that she and I have impeccable taste.
Thanks for sharing that, Julia... now you know where my name came from.
If you’re not aware of the Kevin Barry story, look him up.
There is also a song named after him... So, type it in on the search bar at the top of this page and that will tell you the story of Kevin Barry, put lyrics too, so’s you can read them.
An absolute pleasure talking to you my love, take care and God Bless You xxx
@doro1915
Wonderful Song♥️🙏♥️..thank you for the great memory in this Song from childhood♥️🙏☺️😇♥️
@robbopl
I'm surprised this has so few views, one of the must-know classics
@makn7122
Very beautiful song,love this
@janbladowski-gp2mi
I've always loved this song :)
@igoroka-vr2uq
Юлия - имя вечной молодости. Всем Юлям Юлькам Юлечкам Юлиям Юликам море здоровья, море счастья, море любви !
@shajanjacob1576
Chris Rea is one of my favourite singers since 1992. I find this song today, and my 12 year daughter's name is Julia.
Chris Rea wrote a song for my daughter!!!♥️😀
@joannecunliffe8067
Aww! Aww! Aww! (*tears*) 🥰 I had NO idea this favourite song of mine was about your daughter! I ♥♥♥ this song so much (and have played it countless times on acoustic guitar). Your music is and always has been fabulous, Chris - Jo x
@composing4you919
One of the most beautiful song of my childhood. Without any doubt.
@BunnyChik
Beautiful song for his beautiful and adorable daughter. ❤❤ One of my favorites of his.
@martinelectraglide8490
Beautiful, heartwarming timedocument, about your love for your little girl(s). Thanks Chris, for sharing this with us, your audience, your fans!