Elevation
U2 feat. Brian Eno Lyrics
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You shoot me from a gun
I need you to elevate me here,
At the corner of your lips
As the orbit of your hips
Eclipse, you elevate my soul
I've lost all self-control
Now going down, excavation
I and I in the sky
You make me feel like I can fly
So high, elevation
A star lit up like a cigar
Strung out like a guitar
Maybe you could educate my mind
Explain all these controls
I can't sing but I've got soul
The goal is elevation
A mole, living in a hole
Digging up my soul, now
Going down, excavation
I and I in the sky
You make me feel like I can fly
So high, elevation
Love, lift me up out of these blues
Won't you tell me something true
I believe in you
A mole, living in a hole
Digging up my soul now
Going down, excavation
I and I in the sky
You make me feel like I can fly
So high, elevation
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The song “Elevation” by U2 featuring Brian Eno is an upbeat song that revolves around the concept of elevating a person from their mundane existence. The opening line itself sets the tone of the song, which is all about elevating a person to a higher state both physically and emotionally. The lines “High, higher than the sun, You shoot me from a gun” conveys a sense of urgency and underscores the significance of the elevating act.
The second verse of the song talks about the transformative power of the act of elevation. The singer, who is feeling low and lacking self-control, uses a metaphor to describe himself as a mole, while the act of being elevated is like excavation. The imagery of being in the sky and feeling like flying heightens the sense of liberation and joy of the act. The bridge describes the singer’s desire for someone to educate him and explain to him the controls of life, to elevate him spiritually.
The final verse is a repetition of the second one, only this time, the plea for elevation is made through the plea of love. The song conveys a sense of urgency, joy, and freedom while conveying the nuances of elevating a person in a very poetic and musical way.
Line by Line Meaning
High, higher than the sun
Your love is of a higher power that raises me above all else.
You shoot me from a gun
You give me strength and energy like a bullet shot from a gun.
I need you to elevate me here,
I need your love to lift me up and help me transcend to a higher place.
At the corner of your lips
I am drawn to your mouth and the things you say, which inspire me and give me hope.
As the orbit of your hips
Your physical presence and movements have a gravitational pull over me, lifting me higher.
Eclipse, you elevate my soul
Your overwhelming presence eclipses everything else and lifts my soul to a higher level.
I've lost all self-control
I am completely overtaken by your love and have lost control of myself.
Been living like a mole
I have been living in darkness, unable to see the light until I met you.
Now going down, excavation
I am ready to dig deep and explore my inner self, with your help.
I and I in the sky
Together, we are soaring high above everything else, feeling invincible.
You make me feel like I can fly
Your love gives me wings, allowing me to fly and reach new heights.
So high, elevation
I am lifted higher than ever before, experiencing the ultimate state of euphoria.
A star lit up like a cigar
Your love ignites a fire within me, blazing as bright as a cigar.
Strung out like a guitar
I am completely entranced and dependent on your love, like a guitar string being played.
Maybe you could educate my mind
You have the power to teach me and enlighten me in ways nobody else can.
Explain all these controls
Help me understand the complex and mysterious nature of love, and how to master it.
I can't sing but I've got soul
I may not have a good singing voice, but I have a deep and passionate soul that is moved by your love.
The goal is elevation
Our collective aim is to reach the highest level of love and spirituality.
Love, lift me up out of these blues
Your love has the power to overcome my sadness and depression, and lift me up to a happier place.
Won't you tell me something true
I need your honesty and sincerity to guide me through this journey of love.
I believe in you
I have faith in your love and trust that it will guide me to greatness.
Elevation
The act of lifting oneself to a higher level, both spiritually and emotionally, with the help of love.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ADAM CLAYTON, DAVE EVANS, LARRY MULLEN, PAUL HEWSON
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