Heaven Laughs
The Hooters Lyrics


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See the stars that shine and give us light
One less star is in the sky tonight
Words alone won't keep our tears away
But I know that star will shine again someday

And heaven laughs when we say good-bye
It ain't so far to the other side
Someday soon we will meet again
Say it over and over and over 'til then

Dream tonight about a last embrace
Close my eyes and I will see your face
Dreams alone won't keep our tears away
But in my heart I know we'll meet again someday
And heaven laughs when we say good-bye
It ain't so far to the other side
Someday soon we will meet again
Say it over and over and over 'til then

And so we laugh when we say good-bye
It ain't so far to the other side
And heaven knows we will meet again
Say it over and over and over again

From everlast to everlasting
From sea to shining sea
How much did we take from each other
Here's one from the heart and more one for free

And heaven laughs when we say good-bye
It ain't so far to the other side
Someday soon we will meet again
Say it over and over and over 'til then

And so we laugh when we say good-bye
It ain't so far to the other side
And heaven knows we will meet again
Say it over and over and over again





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Overall Meaning

The Hooters’ song “Heaven Laughs” is a beautiful tribute to loved ones who have passed away. The song uses imagery of stars shining in the sky, and the pain of losing a star when a loved one dies. The lyrics suggest that although words and dreams alone cannot keep tears away, love and memories of those who have passed can give comfort and hope. The chorus emphasizes the idea that death is not the end but rather, a transition to the other side where loved ones will be reunited. The line “And heaven laughs when we say goodbye” can be interpreted as the idea that our loved ones are not truly gone, but rather in a better, happier place.


The verses evoke a sense of longing and yearning for the presence of a loved one who is no longer there. The use of repetition emphasizes the desire to meet them again, to hold them close, and to say goodbye over and over until they can be reunited. The final verse suggests that although we may have taken each other for granted during life, death is a reminder of the importance of love and connection.


Overall, “Heaven Laughs” is a heartfelt and moving tribute to those who have passed away. It reminds us to cherish the memories of those we have loved and to hold onto hope for a reunion in the afterlife.



Line by Line Meaning

See the stars that shine and give us light
Observe the shining stars that enlighten our surroundings


One less star is in the sky tonight
One of the stars is missing tonight


Words alone won't keep our tears away
Merely saying words won't prevent us from crying


But I know that star will shine again someday
I have faith that the missing star will reappear someday


And heaven laughs when we say goodbye
The divine realm laughs when we part ways


It ain't so far to the other side
The next destination is not too far away


Someday soon we will meet again
In the near future, we will reunite


Say it over and over and over 'til then
Repeat it numerous times until that moment happens


Dream tonight about a last embrace
Tonight, envision one final hug


Close my eyes and I will see your face
By shutting my eyes, I can picture your visage


Dreams alone won't keep our tears away
However, only dreams won't stop us from crying


But in my heart, I know we'll meet again someday
Yet, my heart tells me that we will see each other again eventually


From everlasting to everlasting
From forever to forever


From sea to shining sea
From coast to coast


How much did we take from each other
How much did we learn or gain from our interactions


Here's one from the heart and more one for free
Here's an emotional message and one extra for nothing


Say it over and over and over 'til then
Repeat it many times until that moment arrives




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROB HYMAN, ERIC M BAZILIAN, RICK CHERTOFF

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Peter Wall

hooters ! one of the best bands in the history !!!!!!

Anthony Sellers

A fantastic song by one of my favorite bands. Very meaningful. Thank you for posting!!!!!!!!

Annett Wennberg

Love this Song ❤️ Thank you 🙏

Jason Barbush

eros, agape or phileo or otherwise?

Brett Mandes

Like most Hooters songs, very underrated and very well done. Thanks Highcoaster75

Jason Barbush

Hooters had the best chicken wings with blue cheese dip. Did you ever wonder what it is to be both full and hungry?

socceroo11

this song got me through difficult times when my dad died while i was just 15. Long time ago... Many thanks guys for having written this amazing song! You rock!

Christoffer Lunoe

socceroo11 You are so right...a wonderful about the hope we all are logning for..!

Mike Jones

+socceroo11 You made me cry. Life can be so sad. You almost have to be insensitive to be happy. Not easy, not easy.

Karen Bickford

BEAUTIFUL!

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