At the end of 1986, Billboard Magazine ranked "Burning Heart" as the 8th biggest single of the year in the United States.
Burning Heart
Survivor Lyrics
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Rival nations
It's a primitive clash
Venting years of frustrations
Bravely we hope
Against all hope
There is so much at stake
Seems our freedom's up
Does the crowd understand?
Is it East versus West
Or man against man?
Can any nation stand alone?
In the burning heart
Just about to burst
There's a quest for answers
An unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night
Rising like a spire
In the burning heart
The unmistakable fire
In the burning heart
In the warrior's code
There's no surrender
Though his body says stop
His spirit cries, never
Deep in our soul
A quiet ember
Knows it's you against you
It's the paradox
That drives us on
It's a battle of wills
In the heat of attack
It's the passion that kills
The victory is yours alone
In the burning heart
Just about to burst
There's a quest for answers
An unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night
Rising like a spire
In the burning heart
The unmistakable fire
In the burning heart
Just about to burst
There's a quest for answers
An unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night
Rising like a spire
In the burning heart
The unmistakable fire
In the burning heart
Just about to burst
There's a quest for answers
An unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night
Rising like a spire
In the burning heart
The unmistakable fire
In the burning heart
Survivor's song Burning Heart is a powerful anthem that talks about the struggles of freedom and the balance between one's spirit and body. The lyrics symbolize two rival nations colliding, and the tension between the East and the West as they battle for power. The song speaks of the primitive clash between these two forces, an expression of vented frustration, and the hope that shines brightly amidst all this turmoil. Even when it seems that freedom is at stake, there is still a quest for answers that burns within our hearts.
As the lyrics say, "in the warrior's code, there's no surrender, though his body says stop, his spirit cries, never." This is perhaps the most poignant part of the song. It talks about the deep sense of conviction and determination that every person needs to make an impact in life. The paradox that drives us on even when we want to give up, and the battle of wills that we must face when we are under attack. The victory in the end belongs to the person alone, as they are the ones who fought for it.
The song's chorus is particularly striking, where the singer describes the burning heart that is just about to burst. The quest for answers is strong, and the thirst for knowledge unquenchable. The fire in the heart burns brighter and brighter, rising like a spire, even in the darkest of nights. In the end, the unmistakable fire of the burning heart becomes a symbol of hope, determination, and the will to overcome any obstacle.
Line by Line Meaning
Two worlds collide
The collision of two different nations or worlds
Rival nations
Two competing nations, possibly at war
It's a primitive clash
A violent clash, possibly involving physical conflict
Venting years of frustrations
Years of pent-up anger or resentment being released
Bravely we hope
Despite the odds, we hold onto hope
Against all hope
In spite of low chances of success or survival
There is so much at stake
The outcome of this conflict will have significant consequences
Seems our freedom's up
Our freedom is at risk, possibly due to the conflict
Against the ropes
Under severe pressure, possibly struggling to survive
Does the crowd understand?
Are the people watching aware of the significance of the conflict?
Is it East versus West
A potential reference to the Cold War and the conflict between Communist and Capitalist nations
Or man against man?
A simpler interpretation of the conflict, possibly a battle between two equivalent opponents
Can any nation stand alone?
The question of whether nations can survive without allies and supporters
In the burning heart
The intense emotions and passion felt during the conflict
Just about to burst
The emotions are at the edge of overflowing or exploding
There's a quest for answers
The search for understanding or answers about the conflict or the world in general
An unquenchable thirst
An insatiable desire for knowledge or understanding
In the darkest night
During the most challenging or difficult times
Rising like a spire
Growing stronger and taller, like a tower or flame
The unmistakable fire
The unwavering passion and drive to succeed
In the warrior's code
The expected behaviors and values of a warrior or fighter
There's no surrender
No giving up, no matter how dire the situation may seem
Though his body says stop
Even if the fighter's body is exhausted or in pain
His spirit cries, never
The fighter's unbreakable spirit and determination to succeed
Deep in our soul
An internal feeling or motivation
A quiet ember
A small, burning piece of energy or passion within us
Knows it's you against you
The struggle against our own limitations or flaws
It's the paradox
The seemingly contradictory nature of the conflicts and struggles we face
That drives us on
The motivation or desire to succeed despite the challenges
It's a battle of wills
The struggle between determination and the desire to give up or fail
In the heat of attack
During the most intense or dangerous moments of conflict
It's the passion that kills
Our overwhelming emotions and passions can lead to dangerous or fatal decisions
The victory is yours alone
The triumphs and successes are a result of your own efforts and determination
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jim Peterik, Frank Sullivan
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@samuelvillaquiranmonroy5955
LETRA
Two worlds collide
Rival nations
It's a primitive clash
Venting years of frustrations
Bravely we hope
Against all hope
There is so much at stake
Seems our freedom's up
Against the ropes
Does the crowd understand?
Is it East versus West
Or man against man?
Can any nation stand alone?
In the burning heart
Just about to burst
There's a quest for answers
An unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night
Rising like a spire
In the burning heart
The unmistakable fire
In the burning heart
In the warrior's code
There's no surrender
Though his body says stop
His spirit cries, never
Deep in our soul A quiet ember
Knows it's you against you
It's the paradox
That drives us on
It's a battle of wills
In the heat of attack
It's the passion that kills
The victory is yours alone
In the burning heart
Just about to burst
There's a quest for answers
An unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night
Rising like a spire
In the burning heart
The unmistakable fire
In the burning heart
Just about to burst
There's a quest for answers
An unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night
Rising like a spire
In the burning heart
The unmistakable fire
In the burning heart
Just about to burst
There's a quest for answers
An unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night
Rising like a spire
In the burning heart
The unmistakable fire
In the burning heart
IN THE BURNUNG HEART ❤🔥
@Antonio89486
[Verse 1]
Two worlds collide, rival nations
It's a primitive clash venting years of frustrations
Bravely we hope against all hope
There is so much at stake
Seems our freedom's up against the ropes
Does the crowd understand?
Is it East versus West or man against man?
Can any nation stand alone?
[Chorus]
In the burning heart just about to burst
There's a quest for answers an unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night rising like a spire
In the burning heart the unmistakable fire
In the burning heart
[Verse 2]
In the warriors code there's no surrender
Though his body says stop his spirit cries - never!
Deep in our soul a quiet ember knows it's you against you
It's the paradox that drives us on
It's a battle of wills
In the heat of attack it's the passion that kills
The victory is yours alone
Chorus]
In the burning heart just about to burst
There's a quest for answers an unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night rising like a spire
In the burning heart the unmistakable fire
[Instrumental Bridge]
[Chorus]
In the burning heart just about to burst
There's a quest for answers an unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night rising like a spire
In the burning heart the unmistakable fire
In the burning heart just about to burst
There's a quest for answers an unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night rising like a spire
In the burning heart the unmistakable fire
@littlegirl-lc8lh
"Burning Heart" lyrics
Two worlds collide
Rival nations
It's a primitive clash
Venting years of frustrations
Bravely we hope
Against all hope
There is so much at stake
Seems our freedom's up
Against the ropes
Does the crowd understand?
Is it East versus West
Or man against man
Can any nation stand alone
In the burning Heart
Just about to burst
There's a quest for answers
An unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night
Rising like a spire
In the burning heart
The unmistakable fire
In the burning heart
In the warrior's code
There's no surrender
Though his body says stop
His spirit cries - never!
Deep in our soul
A quiet ember
Knows it's you against you
It's the paradox
That drives us on
It's a battle of wills
In the heat of attack
It's the passion that kills
The victory is yours alone
In the burning Heart
Just about to burst
There's a quest for answers
An unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night
Rising like a spire
In the burning heart
The unmistakable fire
In the burning Heart
Just about to burst
There's a quest for answers
An unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night
Rising like a spire
In the burning heart
The unmistakable fire
In the burning Heart
Just about to burst
There's a quest for answers
An unquenchable thirst
In the darkest night
Rising like a spire
In the burning heart
The unmistakable fire
In the burning heart
@antoneywatson647
You're a real one if you are here in 2024
@vutchiboomer8623
I'm here with you ❤
@cjwlive7584
Yep
@BigRedd15
Yeah it’s a classic😀
@-SWIFT.
I can’t forget this song ❤️🔥💯
@krillz4927
Ive watched this video more than 10times
@RogerHetfield
R.I.P. Jimi Jamison. What an awesome voice. Thank you so much for your invaluable contribution to music.
@M0NEYSH0W
amazing band....amazing singer
@doctoritalo
Am awesome singer ❤
@doctoritalo
R.I.P. Jimi Jamison an amazing
singer very underrated.