Urban Cookie Collective are a British techno and house band from Manchester… Read Full Bio ↴Urban Cookie Collective are a British techno and house band from Manchester, UK, best known for their hit single "The Key The Secret", which was originally released in 1993.

Rohan Heath (born 19 July 1964) was the driving force behind the group. He played keyboards, but crucially wrote and produced their songs. Heath had formerly worked with Yargo and A Guy Called Gerald. Urban Cookie Collective’s original vocalist was Diane Charlemagne (b - 22 February 1964, d - 28 October 2015), who co-wrote some of their tracks. The other main members were Simon Bertall (b - 17 October 1967) and Peter Samson (bongos) (b - 15 May, 1968). Guest rappers took part from time to time to create an eclectic mix in the studio.

Heath had learned classical piano as a child, and decided on a career in music after abandoning a PhD at Vermont University. After a tour of Japan supporting the Happy Mondays, he left A Guy Called Gerald to release “Hardcore Uproar” under the title of ‘Together‘, which made number 12 in the UK singles chart in August 1990. After a brief stint with Eek A Mouse, he created the Urban Cookie Collective in 1992.

They achieved a major breakthrough in 1993 with “The Key The Secret”, which peaked at #2 in the UK, #3 in Australia and #5 in Germany. It was originally a track written at home by Heath, in a soul and hip hop vein. After a subsequent re-mix provoked a massive club response it was picked up by the Pulse 8 record label. The follow-up release was “Feels Like Heaven“ which was also very successful. But, slowly diminishing returns met subsequent releases.

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Urban Cookie Collective Lyrics

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Feel the raindrops come falling down
See the sunshine through the clouds and
Oh oh, and it feels like Heaven
Feel the raindrops come falling down
See the sunshine through the clouds and
Oh oh, and it feels like Heaven (yeah hey)

Tum tum tum tum, tum tum tum tum (yeah hey)

Tum tum tum tum tum tum tum tum (yeah hey)
Tum tum tum tum, tum tum tum tum (yeah hey)
Tum tum tum tum tum, feels like Heaven (yeah hey) tum tum tum

Feel the raindrops come falling down
See the sunshine through the clouds and
Oh oh, and it feels like Heaven
Feel the raindrops come falling down
See the sunshine through the clouds and
Oh oh, and it feels like Heaven (yeah hey)

I can feel the raindrops, I can feel the raindrops
I can feel the raindrops, and it feels like Heaven
I can feel the raindrops (oh oh), I can feel the raindrops (oh oh)
I can feel the raindrops (oh oh oh oh) and it feels like Heaven (yeah hey)

Tum tum tum tum tum tum tum tum (woh oh oh)

And time has no meaning in a place called Heaven
So free mine, just free mine (yeah hey)

Feel the raindrops come falling down
See the sunshine through the clouds and
Oh oh, and it feels like Heaven
Feel the raindrops come falling down
See the sunshine through the clouds and
Oh oh, and it feels like Heaven (yeah hey)

Feel the raindrops come falling down
See the sunshine through the clouds and
Oh oh, and it feels like Heaven
And it feels like Heaven, and it feels like Heaven
Oh oh oh oh, and it feels like Heaven

(Yeah) I can feel the raindrops (oh oh), I can feel the raindrops (oh oh)
I can feel the raindrops (oh oh oh oh) and it feels like Heaven
I can feel the raindrops (oh oh), I can feel the raindrops (oh oh)
I can feel the raindrops (oh oh oh oh) and it feels like Heaven (yeah hey)

Feel the raindrops come falling down
See the sunshine through the clouds and
Oh oh, and it feels like Heaven
Feel the raindrops come falling down
See the sunshine through the clouds and
Oh oh, and it feels like Heaven (yeah hey)

Feel the raindrops come falling down
See the sunshine through the clouds and
Oh oh, and it feels like Heaven
And it feels like Heaven, and it feels like Heaven
Oh oh oh oh, and it feels like Heaven

Feel the raindrops come falling down
See the sunshine through the clouds and
Oh oh, and it feels like Heaven

Feel the raindrops come falling down

See the sunshine through the clouds and
Oh oh, and it feels like Heaven

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Urban Cookie Collective's "Feels Like Heaven" describe a feeling of euphoria and bliss that can be compared to the sensation of heaven. The song speaks to the power of nature in giving us a sense of peace and beauty. The raindrops and sunshine are used as symbols to represent the opposing forces of darkness and light, which come together to create a perfect balance. The lyrics evoke a sense of hope and positivity, encouraging listeners to embrace the beauty of life and find joy in the world around them.

The repeated use of the phrase "oh oh" creates a sense of excitement and anticipation throughout the song. The use of the phrase "yeah hey" adds to the upbeat and celebratory tone of the song. The repetitive nature of the lyrics also adds to the hypnotic quality of the music and invites the listener to lose themselves in the rhythm and melody. The use of onomatopoeia in the "tum tum tum" section further enhances the whimsical and playful nature of the song.

Overall, "Feels Like Heaven" is a powerful and uplifting anthem that celebrates life and the beauty of nature. It is a testament to the power of music in evoking emotion and helping us connect with the world around us.

Line by Line Meaning

Feel the raindrops come falling down
Experience the sensation of raindrops falling down from the sky

See the sunshine through the clouds and
Observe the rays of sunlight shining through the cloud cover

Oh oh, and it feels like Heaven
This experience is so enjoyable, it feels like it could only be experienced in a heaven-like place

Tum tum tum tum, tum tum tum tum (yeah hey)
Instrumental interlude

Tum tum tum tum tum tum tum tum (yeah hey)
Instrumental interlude

Tum tum tum tum, tum tum tum tum (yeah hey)
Instrumental interlude

Tum tum tum tum tum, feels like Heaven (yeah hey) tum tum tum
Instrumental interlude, the feeling is akin to the joys of heaven

I can feel the raindrops, I can feel the raindrops
I am keenly aware of the raindrops falling down around me

I can feel the raindrops, and it feels like Heaven
This sensation is so wonderful, it brings about the feeling of being in heaven

I can feel the raindrops (oh oh), I can feel the raindrops (oh oh)
I am experiencing the sensation of raindrops falling all around me, repeatedly

I can feel the raindrops (oh oh oh oh) and it feels like Heaven (yeah hey)
The feeling of raindrops is so pleasurable, it is like experiencing heaven itself

And time has no meaning in a place called Heaven
In a place like heaven, the concept of time becomes insignificant

So free mine, just free mine (yeah hey)
Therefore, let us live our lives without constraints or restrictions

And it feels like Heaven, and it feels like Heaven
The sensation is so great, it feels like being in heaven, repeatedly