All The Things She Said
Simple Minds Lyrics
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Crying out tomorrow
Don't you look down like the heroes say
Come tell me all about it
Take me to the streets where the bonfires burn
Take me in your arms and I'll fade away
When I hear you say what you got to say
All the things she said, she said
Little darling close your eyes, there'll be no compromising
Of all the things she said, she said
Throw me to the street where the heartbeats beating
"Beating all around me"
To the peaceful revolution
And the perfect wave, surround me
Tell me 'bout the ocean moving in slow motion
I see it glitter in the sun
Then it's freezing in the moonlight
Never look back, never look back, never look away
If freedom comes and goes, you know I'll still be waiting
All the things she said, she said
You've fought the fight so long, no surrender to temptation
Of all the things she said, she said
Stars will fall out for you
Luck will surrender
I'm calling out to you
Oh to be near you in the first morning light
I'd be with you, I dream about you
If I could leave here, I would leave here tonight
I'd be with you, I'd stay with you tonight
Tonight
Anywhere you go, you know I'll still be waiting
Of all the things she said, she said
When I look into your eyes, I see a new day rising
Oh all the things she said, she said
Through the eyes of love, and to never know what hate is
Of all the things she said, she said
She said, this is our time, she said, this is our place
This is the space my heart wants to be
Little darling close your eyes, there'll be no compromising
All the things she said, she said
The lyrics to Simple Minds' song "All The Things She Said" reference a yearning for a romantic or transformative experience that takes place on the streets amidst a political or social uprising. The singer desires to be taken on a journey to where the "bonfires burn" and "the heartbeats beating". They want to "fade away" and be told about "the peaceful revolution and the perfect wave" - essentially, they want to be transported to a space that is both tumultuous and transformative.
The repeated lyrical refrain "All the things she said" suggests that the singer is being guided or inspired by someone, perhaps a lover, whose words have left a lasting impact. The line "Through the eyes of love, and to never know what hate is" suggests that this individual has instilled a positive and hopeful worldview in the singer - one that is driven by the pursuit of love, rather than the avoidance of hate.
Overall, "All The Things She Said" is a song about longing for transcendence, and for the guidance and wisdom of an inspiring figure who can lead the singer through a tumultuous world. Through its vivid imagery and emotive vocals, the song conveys a sense of both urgency and hopefulness.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't you look back on a big lost world
Don't dwell on the past and its problems
Crying out tomorrow
Hope for a better future
Don't you look down like the heroes say
Don't be arrogant and dismissive of others
Come tell me all about it
Share your thoughts and feelings with me
Take me to the streets where the bonfires burn
Take me to where people are protesting for change
Take me in your arms and I'll fade away
Embrace me and let me forget my worries
When I hear you say what you got to say
Listen to me when I speak my mind
Anywhere you go, you know I'll still be waiting
I'll always be there for you no matter where you go
All the things she said, she said
Repeating important promises previously made
Little darling close your eyes, there'll be no compromising
Trust me, I won't waver in our plans
Throw me to the street where the heartbeats beating
Put me in the middle of the action and excitement
"Beating all around me"
The intensity of the moment is palpable
To the peaceful revolution
Advocating for change through peaceful means
And the perfect wave, surround me
Embracing the beauty of nature and its potential to heal
Tell me 'bout the ocean moving in slow motion
Discuss the beauty and serenity of nature
I see it glitter in the sun
The beauty of nature reminds me of hope and positivity
Then it's freezing in the moonlight
The contrast between dark and light can be stark
Never look back, never look back, never look away
Stay focused on the present, don't let the past or future distract
If freedom comes and goes, you know I'll still be waiting
I'll always be there to support you in your quest for freedom
You've fought the fight so long, no surrender to temptation
You've come so far, don't give into temptation and fail now
Stars will fall out for you
There are still good things to come your way
Luck will surrender
Things will soon turn in your favor
I'm calling out to you
I want to be there for you when you need me
Oh to be near you in the first morning light
A longing to be close to a loved one
I'd be with you, I dream about you
I want to be with you and think about you
If I could leave here, I would leave here tonight
If I could, I'd go to you right now
Tonight
An urgency for closeness and togetherness
When I look into your eyes, I see a new day rising
I see hope and positive change when I look at you
Through the eyes of love, and to never know what hate is
Love can bring positivity and a rejection of hate
She said, this is our time, she said, this is our place
Reiterating the importance of the present moment
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MICHAEL JOSEPH MACNEIL, JAMES KERR, CHARLES BURCHILL
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@BrianCarnevaleB26
"Throw me to the street where the heartbeats beating
"Beating all around me"
To the peaceful revolution
And the perfect wave, surrounds me
Tell me 'bout the ocean moving in slow motion
I see it glitter in the sun!"
#1965
#solidgoldhits
@Agent-xn1hr
One of the most underrated songs of the 80’s. Incredible music.
@gregspot
I remember listening to the whole album over and over again on a long drive.
@BigJasonSOS
WOW your so right, it's a cracker isn't it 👌
@bobwilliams3287
I don't think it was underrated but agree top sound 💯
@ericboser1607
I agree
@riproar11
No! It was aired on Mtv for so many weeks, so it was never "underrated".
@Autopsy6
Robin Clark takes the song to a whole other level.
@randolfducanes1028
First heard this in GTA 5. My God this song is beautiful. I swear, 80s music is amazing.
@jacobfomon9757
yes, and Higwayman, maybe living in a box, General Lee and some good music
@Icecreamman270
Me to😂