03 Heaven Can Wait
We the Kings Lyrics


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Here's a song for the nights
I think too much and
Here's a song when I imagine us together
Here's a song for when we talk too much
And I forget my words

Heaven can wait up high in the sky
It's you and I
Heaven can wait deep down in your eyes
I'm yours tonight
Lay your heart next to mine
I feel so alive
Tell me you want me to stay, forever
'Cause heaven can wait

Here's a song for the one who stole my heart
And ran so far, that cupid couldn't catch her
Here's a song for the kid who aims so high
He shot her down

Heaven can wait up high in the sky
It's you and I
Heaven can wait deep down in your eyes
I'm yours tonight
Lay your heart next to mine
I feel so alive
Tell me you want me to stay forever
'Cause heaven can wait

Here's a song for the nights I drink too much
And spill my words

Heaven can wait up high in the sky
It's you and I
Heaven can wait deep down in your eyes
I'm yours tonight
Lay your heart next to mine
I feel so alive
Tell me you want me to stay forever
'Cause heaven can wait





'Cause heaven can wait
'Cause heaven can wait

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Heaven Can Wait" by We the Kings have a romantic and emotional theme. The singer starts with an introduction to the song, stating that it is for the nights when he thinks too much. The song has a love angle, and the singer is addressing his loved one, saying that heaven can wait for them. The lyrics suggest a sense of urgency as the singer wants to spend as much time with his loved one as possible, and he is unsure about the future. The words are emotive, and the singer's vulnerability is showcased. He is envisioning a future with his loved one and wants to be sure that she wants him as much as he wants her.


The chorus is particularly catchy and symbolic. The singer affirms that he wants to be with his loved one forever and says, "Heaven can wait up high in the sky, it's you and me." This line captures the passion, love, and hopefulness that the singer has for the relationship. He doesn't want to worry about heaven or the afterlife because he is so in love with his partner. He further says, "Heaven can wait deep down in your eyes, I'm yours tonight." This line indicates that he is unwavering in his love for his partner, and they should cherish the moments they have together.


The third verse talks about the singer drinking too much and spilling his words. He is likely referring to being drunk on emotions and getting carried away while expressing his love for his partner. The song's theme continues in this verse as well, as the singer reiterates that he wants to be with his partner forever. The repetitive chorus summarizes the theme of the song, and although the songwriters pour their hearts into the lyrics, it is relatable and a beautiful love song.


* "Heaven Can Wait" is from We The Kings' self-titled debut album, which was released in 2007.
* The song was released as a single in 2008 and reached number 42 on the US Billboard Pop Songs chart in 2009.
* Travis Clark, the lead vocalist of We The Kings, wrote the song with Sam Hollander and Dave Katz of S*A*M and Sluggo.
* The song was featured in the 2009 movie "The House Bunny."
* "Heaven Can Wait" was also used in the TV shows "Gossip Girl," "The Suite Life of Zack and Cody," and "One Tree Hill."
* This song was also included in the video game "Band Hero" and "Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits."
* The video for "Heaven Can Wait" shows different couples at various stages of their relationship.
* Travis Clark has revealed that the line "Here's a song for the one who stole my heart and ran so far that Cupid couldn't catch her" was inspired by his ex-girlfriend.
* The song was a fan favorite and ranked as one of the band's best tracks by Billboard in 2017.
* The song has a moderate tempo of 88 bpm and is played in the key of B-flat Major.


Chords:


Verse: Bb - F - Gm - Eb
Chorus: Eb - Bb - F - Gm


Line by Line Meaning

Here's a song for the nights I think too much and
This song is for the nights when I overthink things and my mind gets the best of me.


Here's a song when I imagine us together
This song is for when I daydream about being together with the person I love.


Here's a song for when we talk too much And I forget my words
This song is for when we have so much to say to each other that I get tongue-tied and lose my ability to communicate.


Heaven can wait up high in the sky It's you and I
I want to spend as much time as possible with you, but even if we couldn't, I feel like heaven can wait because I still have you.


Heaven can wait deep down in your eyes I'm yours tonight
When I look into your eyes, I see a love that will last a lifetime, and I want to be with you tonight and every night after that.


Lay your heart next to mine I feel so alive
When our hearts are close together, I feel invincible and full of life, like nothing can stand in our way.


Tell me you want me to stay, forever 'Cause heaven can wait
If you promise me that you want to be with me forever, then I know that even if heaven is calling us home, we still have each other in this life.


Here's a song for the one who stole my heart And ran so far, that cupid couldn't catch her
This song is for the person who captured my heart and ran away with it, making it impossible for anyone, even cupid, to bring them back to me.


Here's a song for the kid who aims so high He shot her down
This song is for the person who had lofty goals for themselves and their relationship, but ended up failing to keep their love interest close to them.


Here's a song for the nights I drink too much And spill my words
This song is for the nights when I have too much to drink, and my words slip out without any filter or control.


'Cause heaven can wait 'Cause heaven can wait
I repeat that heaven can wait because I know that even if we are meant to be together in the afterlife, we have a lot of living and loving left to do in this life first.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: DAVID KATZ, SAM HOLLANDER, TRAVIS CLARK

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@suedatoprak3803

Here's a song for the nights
I think too much and
Here's a song when I imagine us together
Here's a song for when we talk too much
And I forget my words
Heaven can wait up high in the sky
It's you and I
Heaven can wait deep down in your eyes
I'm yours tonight
Lay your heart next to mine
I feel so alive
Tell me you want me to stay, forever
'Cause heaven can wait
Here's a song for the one who stole my heart
And ran so far, that cupid couldn't catch her
Here's a song for the kid who aims so high
He shot her down
Heaven can wait up high in the sky
It's you and I
Heaven can wait deep down in your eyes
I'm yours tonight
Lay your heart next to mine
I feel so alive
Tell me you want me to stay forever
'Cause heaven can wait
Here's a song for the nights I drink too much
And spill my words
Heaven can wait up high in the sky
It's you and I
Heaven can wait deep down in your eyes
I'm yours tonight
Lay your heart next to mine
I feel so alive
Tell me you want me to stay forever
'Cause heaven can wait
'Cause heaven can wait
'Cause heaven can wait



All comments from YouTube:

@jerryantioquia5470

It’s 2023 and I still love this song! This is giving me nostalgia. ❤️

@mrwhiskerz7028

“Hilarious and Original!”

@PieFrogNano

I don't understand why some people don't like We The Kings, They rock! I love this song, by the best band ever, We The Kings!

@iampottpott8362

actually this song was my first song id learn for my drum lessons years ago. and id performed it in front of an audiance of a graduation hall. so its soo meaningfull to me.

admit it.
its a beautiful song with a ridicilously weird video.

@RodCornholio

Glad to see there are still bands making rock-'n-roll songs that are melodic with understandable lyrics.

@peachybun

They are extremely good live. <3

@haleyarmstrong2705

recently discovered this band. and man do they have talent!

@tomdaviestravel

After 8 years you don't have any replies, so here you go. Hey!

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