The song was supposed to be released on Avicii’s second album, Stories, but was later reworked with the likes of Simon Aldred, lead singer of the band Cherry Ghost.
After the sudden death of Avicii, the song surfaced again, and first performed live at a tribute from Nicky Romero during a set of Kingsland Festival with a one-minute snippet of the song. Nearly a month later, the studio version of the song was played on NRJ Norway, and the full version leaked online at last.
A year later, the song (with Chris Martin’s vocals) was selected for inclusion on Avicii’s posthumous album, titled “TIM”. It was then issued as the album’s third single following the album release.
Heaven
Avicii Lyrics
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You pray 'til, you pray 'til the lights come on
And then you feel like you've just been born
Yeah, you come to raise me up
When I'm beaten and broken up
And now I'm back in the arms I love
And I think I just died
Yeah, I think I just died
I think I just died
And went to heaven
And went to heaven
Beaten and bathed in blood
I'm hit by, I'm hit by your love and drug
And now that you've c-come to raise me up
And I think I just died
I think I just died
Yeah, I think I just died
And went to heaven
Went to heaven
And went to heaven
Ooh, oh
It's such a night, such a beautiful night
It's such a view, such a beautiful sight
I think I just, oh, I think I just died, oh
And went to heaven
And went to heaven
Oh, yeah, yeah
We gon' be birds and fly
We're gonna set the world alight
We're gonna lose ourselves tonight, whoa
We gon' be birds and fly
We're gonna set the world alight
We're gonna lose ourselves tonight
Whoa, in heaven
Heaven
The song "Heaven" by Avicii feat. Chris Martin is a heartwarming and poignant track that talks about the feeling of rebirth and being rescued by a loved one. The first verse describes the feeling of coming back to life after a tough phase. The singer steps out into the dawn and prays until the lights come on, feeling like they have been born again. The chorus repeats the idea that the singer has died and gone to heaven, but this is likely a metaphorical meaning. The second verse suggests that the love of a partner has actually saved the singer's life. The lyrics "beaten and bathed in blood" suggest the singer was at a low point, but the love they have received has brought them back to life.
The song ultimately leaves us with a positive outlook on life, with the final lines reiterating the vision of a beautiful night, a beautiful sight, and the promise of losing ourselves and flying high in heaven with our partners. The lyrics are powerfully delivered by Chris Martin's heartfelt vocals and are accompanied by Avicii's signature uplifting melody.
Overall, the song "Heaven" is a deeply emotive and uplifting track that has struck a chord with many listeners around the world. It is a testament to the late Avicii's talent as a producer, as well as his ability to create music that resonates with people. Chris Martin's contribution to the song is also significant, adding a layer of humanity and soul to the story that makes it all the more impactful.
Line by Line Meaning
Step out into the dawn
Venture out into the new beginning.
You pray 'til, you pray 'til the lights come on
Continue to pray until the darkness fades and positivity prevails.
And then you feel like you've just been born
Experience a rebirth of energy and optimism.
Yeah, you come to raise me up
You are the one who comes to lift me when I am down.
When I'm beaten and broken up
When I am defeated and shattered.
And now I'm back in the arms I love
And now I am back in the embrace of the one I dearly love.
And I think I just died
I feel an indescribable emotion that overwhelms me deeply.
And went to heaven
As if I ascended to a divine paradise.
Beaten and bathed in blood
Wounded and covered in blood.
I'm hit by, I'm hit by your love and drug
I am struck deeply by the impact of your love and the delightful feeling that it brings.
And now that you've c-come to raise me up
And now that you have come to lift me from the state of defeat and despair.
It's such a night, such a beautiful night
The night is exceptionally beautiful and captivating.
It's such a view, such a beautiful sight
The view is stunning and breathtaking.
We gon' be birds and fly
We will take flight like birds.
We're gonna set the world alight
We are going to light up the world with our passion and determination.
We're gonna lose ourselves tonight, whoa
We will immerse ourselves completely in this moment.
Whoa, in heaven
As if we are in a divine paradise.
Oh, yeah, yeah
Oh, yes, this is happening.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Tim Bergling, Chris Martin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Rurounin89
Another legend that left too soon, though his music he had the time to produce have clearly shaken this globe.
I can relate as many to his music, because its not just as many have pointed out, "loud EDM".
Every song have its own story to tell, through music, then he really felt on top of the world and literally died and went to heaven.
Born 1989 and many born around the same year probably feel extra for this talent, there is music which can cause evil thoughts and deeds BUT I have yet to experience any in Avicii's productions, after all I do listen daily to his music now as comfort for all other '89s and around which also tragically have left this world behind.
The impact from his too early death really set a new red line through his productions and I do feel it in most of his famous songs.
Let Avicii's legacy rock all the way around the globe as we need compassion and love during WW3...
Cheers and blesses everyone!
@joelpoudiougo7447
Lyrics
Step out into the dawn
You pray 'til, you pray 'til the lights come on
And then you feel like you've just been born
Yeah, you come to raise me up
When I'm beaten and broken up
And now I'm back in the arms I love
And I think I just died
I think I just died
Yeah, I think I just died
I think I just died
And went to heaven
And went to heaven
Beaten and bathed in blood
I'm hit by, I'm hit by your love and drug
And now that you've c-come to raise me up
And I think I just died
I think I just died
Yeah, I think I just died
And went to heaven
Went to heaven
And went to heaven
Ooh, oh
It's such a night, such a beautiful night
It's such a view, such a beautiful sight
I think I just, oh, I think I just died, oh
And went to heaven
And went to heaven
Oh, yeah, yeah
We gon' be birds and fly
We're gonna set the world alight
We're gonna lose ourselves tonight, whoa
We gon' be birds and fly
We're gonna set the world alight
We're gonna lose ourselves tonight
Whoa, in heaven
Heaven
@ecko
I remember seeing Avicii in Manchester, what an experience! I still listen to your music daily in the gym RIP my hero!
@akedits06
bro, what is r.i.p
@realyukioytlollelhello3577
ECKOSOLDIER Also remember when hearing his first song :(
@user-ss6fq9xd5m
Woah hi ecko
@Dripht
I remember you! I used to watch your MCPE videos years ago. So glad you like his music too! : )
@MrTornado3700
@ECKOSOLDIER heyyyyy I didn't know ur a Avicii Fan :) btw r.i.p AVICII :(
@kevinbarker359
I am 65 , never too old to enjoy his music , thank you everyone for the beautiful words all of you have spoken about this beautiful man
@chandlermooring417
As a twelve year old, I agree, but never too young. I've probably been listening to Avicii since I was seven.
@ducminhtran4136
@@chandlermooring417 as a thirteen years old, I first time agree with lower age
@dylanratliff4822
I'm 2, how can I type a comment and speak so clearly for all you older people to understand