the edge of heaven
Wham! / George Michael Lyrics


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I would lock you up
But I could not bear to hear you
Screaming to be set free
I would chain you up
If I'd thought you'd swear
The only one that mattered was me, me, me
I would strap you up
But don't worry baby
You know I wouldn't hurt you 'less you wanted me to
It's too late to stop
Won't the heavens save me?
My daddy said the devil looks a lot like you

You take me to the edge of heaven
Tell me that my soul's forgiven
Hide you baby's eyes and we can,
You take me to the edge of heaven
One last time might be forever
When the passion dies,
It's just a matter of time before my heart is
Looking for a home

I'm like a maniac, at the end of the day
I'm like a doggie barking at your door
So come take me back to the place you stay
And maybe we can do it once more

You say I'm dangerous
But don't worry baby
I get excited at the things that you do
And there's a place for us in a dirty movie
'cause no-one does it better than me and you

You take me to the edge of heaven
Tell me that my soul's forgiven
Hide your baby's eyes and we can,
You take me to the edge of heaven
One last time might be forever
Please don't tell me lies
It's just a matter of time before my heart is
Looking for a home

I ain't got no more worries
I'm gonna spend some times with you
Loving you takes such courage
And don't you think that I know it

You take me to the edge of heaven
You tell me that my soul's forgiven
Hide your baby's eyes and we can,
You take me to the edge of heaven
One last time might be forever
Don't you tell me lies, because believe me baby
One day you'll wake up on your own.

I ain't got no more worries
I ain't got no more time for you
Loving you takes such courage
Everyone's got their eyes on you
I ain't got no more worries
I ain't got no more time for you




Loving you takes such courage
And don't you think that I know it

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "The Edge of Heaven" by Wham!/George Michael describe a tumultuous and intense relationship. The singer, who seems to be obsessed with their partner, confesses that they have the urge to control and possess them, but that they're also afraid of hurting them. The lyrics suggest that the relationship is based on a strong physical attraction, and that the singer may be struggling to control their impulses or violent tendencies. Meanwhile, their partner seems to be aware of the potential danger the singer poses but can’t resist their passion. There are also hints of a darker sexual aspect to the relationship, with the reference to "a place for us in a dirty movie."


The chorus of the song suggests a sort of euphoric escape from reality, as though the relationship exists on the "edge of heaven" and that they can find redemption in each other's love. However, the final verse seems to acknowledge that the relationship is unsustainable, and the two lovers are incompatible, leading to an eventual separation.


Overall, "The Edge of Heaven" is a complex and intense exploration of the darker aspects of love and desire, particularly the destructive impulses that can arise when passion becomes all-consuming.


Line by Line Meaning

I would lock you up
I have control over you


But I could not bear to hear you Screaming to be set free
I am unable to handle your pleas to be freed from my control


I would chain you up
I have the desire to restrain you


If I'd thought you'd swear The only one that mattered was me, me, me
I desire you to prioritize me above everything else


I would strap you up
I am comfortable with exerting control over you


But don't worry baby You know I wouldn't hurt you 'less you wanted me to
I promise to only do things to you that we both enjoy


It's too late to stop Won't the heavens save me?
I am too far deep into our relationship to end it


My daddy said the devil looks a lot like you
My father warned me about people like you


You take me to the edge of heaven
You bring me immense pleasure and excitement


Tell me that my soul's forgiven
Assure me that what we are doing is not wrong


Hide you baby's eyes and we can,
We need to keep our relationship hidden from others


One last time might be forever
This could be the end of our affair


When the passion dies, It's just a matter of time before my heart is Looking for a home
Our relationship may not last forever, and I will eventually look for love elsewhere


I'm like a maniac, at the end of the day I'm like a doggie barking at your door
I am passionate and obsessive towards you


So come take me back to the place you stay And maybe we can do it once more
Let's return to your place to continue our intimacy


You say I'm dangerous But don't worry baby
You acknowledge that I may be dangerous, but you trust me anyway


I get excited at the things that you do
Your actions towards me turn me on


And there's a place for us in a dirty movie 'cause no-one does it better than me and you
We are perfectly suited for a taboo film because of our chemistry


Don't you tell me lies, because believe me baby One day you'll wake up on your own.
Do not deceive me, because one day you will regret it


I ain't got no more worries I'm gonna spend some times with you
I am free of concerns and plan to spend more time with you


Loving you takes such courage And don't you think that I know it
It takes bravery to love you, and I am aware of the risks involved


Everyone's got their eyes on you
Others are watching you, and we need to be careful of our relationship being discovered


I ain't got no more time for you
I do not have any intention of leaving you anytime soon




Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GEORGE MICHAEL

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@chriscasares3419

Who else agrees this one was one of their best songs?

@laminage

Me! I still remember watching him on American Bandstand in 1983 at 16. Even then he was a Diamond in The Rough. I loved the UK Audiences in their Videos. They were more loose and upbeat.

@boskotesanovic7911

I agree

@duckydan52

Definitely in the top 3. I think "Wake me up before you go go" and "Freedom" would rank just a little higher. But not by much.

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@L.A.Made.

Two buddies since kids. Went on the journey of a lifetime together. Absolutely amazing.

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@oliviawilliams-rial2362

My mom is a huge George fan and she went to one of his last concerts. There was a rumor afterwards that he would be at a specific bar, but my mom didn't think anything of it so she went someplace different. 30 mins after she arrived, her fiancΓ©e taps her shoulder and whispered, "hey look, its george" He came and sat right next to her and she says he was the most polite, kind person she's ever met.

@chrisoulaioannou7238

Only great George!!

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