Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall
Swedish House Mafia Feat. Coldplay Lyrics


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I turn the music up [Repeat:x23]

I turn the music up I got my records on
I shut the world outside
Until the lights come on
Maybe the streets alight
Maybe the trees are gone
I feel my heart start beating to my favorite song

And all the kids they
Dance all the kids all night
Until Monday morning feels another life
I turn the music up, I'm on a roll this time
And heaven is ?

I turn the music up I got my records on
From underneath the rubble sing a rebel song
Don't want to see another generation drop
I'd rather be a comma than a full stop

Maybe I'm in the black
Maybe I'm on my knees
Maybe I'm in the gap between the two trapezes
But still my heart is beating and my pulses start
Cathedrals in my heart

As we soar walls
every siren is a symphony
And every tear's a waterfall
Is a waterfall

Is a waterfall
Is a waterfall
Is a waterfall
Is a waterfall
Is a waterfall
Is a waterfall
Is a waterfall
Is a waterfall

So you can hurt, hurt me bad
But still I'll raise the flag

Is a waterfall
Is a waterfall
Is a waterfall
Is a waterfall
Is a waterfall
Is a waterfall
Is a waterfall (I turn the music up, I turn the music up)
Is a waterfall (I turn the music up, I turn the music up)

I turn the music up





The music [Repeat:x63]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Swedish House Mafia's "Every Teardrop Is A Valentina" describe the powerful effect that music can have on a person. The singer in the song is someone who finds solace and strength in music, turning up the volume and shutting out the world outside. They feel alive and connected when they hear their favorite song, and they are energized by the sound even as they acknowledge the difficulties they may be facing in their life. The chorus of the song suggests that even though life can be hard and tears may be shed, music can transform these tears into something beautiful and powerful like a waterfall. Overall, the lyrics of the song convey a sense of hope and resilience, emphasizing the importance of music as a source of comfort and inspiration.


One interesting fact about "Every Teardrop Is A Valentina" is that it was a collaboration between Swedish House Mafia and the Swedish DJ Alesso. The song was released in 2012 and was part of a wave of electronic dance music that became popular around that time. The "Valentina" in the song's title is thought to refer to an Italian TV personality named Valentina Cervi, although the reason for the reference is unclear. The song's lyrics use a number of metaphors and images to describe music and its power, including references to cathedrals and rebel songs.


Line by Line Meaning

I turn the music up
I increase the volume of the music to a high level.


I got my records on
I have put on my favorite vinyl records to play.


I shut the world outside
I block out the external distractions and focus on the music.


Until the lights come on
I continue listening intensely to the music until the lights go on.


Maybe the streets alight
Perhaps the streets are illuminated brightly.


Maybe the trees are gone
It is possible that the trees have disappeared from the surroundings.


I feel my heart start beating to my favorite song
My heart rate quickens and synchronizes with the rhythm of my beloved tune.


And all the kids they dance all the kids all night
The youngsters dance non-stop throughout the night.


Until Monday morning feels another life
The party feels so long that the next day feels like a different existence altogether.


I'm on a roll this time
This time, I am giving it all and enjoying the music thoroughly.


And heaven is ?
The music takes me on a journey beyond the earthly realm to a state of blissful pleasure.


From underneath the rubble sing a rebel song
Despite the difficulties, I sing a song of defiance and hope.


Don't want to see another generation drop
I do not wish to witness another era of people losing hope and giving up.


I'd rather be a comma than a full stop
I prefer to keep going and take pauses in life rather than stop completely.


Maybe I'm in the black
Perhaps I am in a situation of gloom and despondency.


Maybe I'm on my knees
Perhaps I am in a prostrate position, seeking help and solace.


Maybe I'm in the gap between the two trapezes
Perhaps I am in a transitional stage of life, unsure of what lies ahead.


But still my heart is beating and my pulses start
Nonetheless, my heart continues to beat and my blood pumps with excitement.


Cathedrals in my heart
My heart is rich with a sense of majesty and grandeur.


As we soar walls
We transcend boundaries and limits with our soaring spirits.


every siren is a symphony
Every alarm sound is transformed into a musical masterpiece in my mind.


And every tear's a waterfall
Even the shedding of tears becomes a beautiful, flowing stream in my perception.


Is a waterfall
This repetitive phrase reinforces the idea of tears cascading down like a waterfall.


So you can hurt, hurt me bad
Even if you cause me serious injury and pain, I will not be crushed.


But still I'll raise the flag
I will keep moving forward and stand up for my beliefs and values despite adversity.


The music
This final repetition of the word 'music' shows the indescribable power and influence of music.




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ADRIENNE ANDERSON, ALEX CHRISTENSEN, B LAGONDA, BRIAN PETER GEORGE ENO, CHRISTOPHER ANTHONY JOHN MARTIN, GUY BERRYMAN, HARRY CASTIONI, JONATHAN MARK BUCKLAND, N WYCOMBE, PETER WOOLNOUGH ALLEN, WILLIAM CHAMPION

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

cerezo falcao

I turn the music up, I got my records on
I shut the world outside until the lights come on
Maybe the streets alight, maybe the trees are gone
I feel my heart start beating to my favourite song

And all the kids they dance, all the kids all night
Until Monday morning feels another life
I turn the music up
I'm on a roll this time
And heaven is in sight

I turn the music up, I got my records on
From underneath the rubble sing a rebel song
Don't want to see another generation drop
I'd rather be a comma than a full stop

Maybe I'm in the black, maybe I'm on my knees
Maybe I'm in the gap between the two trapezes
But my heart is beating and my pulses start
Cathedrals in my heart

As we soar walls, every siren is a symphony
And every tear's a waterfall
Is a waterfall
Ah
Is a waterfall
Ah ah ah
Is a is a waterfall
Every tear
Is a waterfall
Ah ah ah

So you can hurt, hurt me bad
But still I'll raise the flag

It's waterfall
It's waterfall
It's waterfall
It's waterfall



All comments from YouTube:

dmwmm

the first drop of this track is simply fucking insane. the vocals are perfect too.
perfect track.

WhiteGD

Mika is a god at everything

RM BEST

call the cop

Liam

This song is so good that Londons NYE fireworks display even kept it for their encore this year (2019)! Simply Amazing. Timeless classic!!

David Goddard

Awwww Liam read my comment above yours

Glnn /\

This is just one of those gems that did not get the views it deserved wish they start playing this song again

Kevin Abram

always love the intro from this song

Greg Jackson

@BISHOP PETER 5yc4q

BISHOP PETER

same here

Nauska

2022 y aun me encantaaaaaaaa

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