About the song
Belinda Carlisle’s “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” is a timeless pop anthem that continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Released in 1987 as the lead single from her second studio album, “Heaven on Earth,” the song quickly became a global sensation.
Written by Rick Nowels and Ellen Shipley, “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” is a dreamy, romantic ballad that paints a vivid picture of paradise. Carlisle’s soaring vocals and the song’s infectious melody perfectly capture the spirit of love and longing.
The song’s success was undeniable, reaching number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 and the UK Singles Chart. It became Carlisle’s signature song, solidifying her status as a pop icon.
“Heaven Is a Place on Earth” was also critically acclaimed, earning a Grammy Award nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance. In 2017, the song was praised by ShortList’s Dave Fawbert for its “one of the greatest key changes in music history.”
In 2015, Carlisle re-recorded “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” as an acoustic ballad for her album “Wilder Shores.” This new version showcased a different side of the song, highlighting Carlisle’s vocal abilities and the song’s enduring power.
“Heaven Is a Place on Earth” remains a beloved classic, a testament to Carlisle’s talent and the enduring appeal of great pop music. Its message of love, hope, and the pursuit of happiness continues to resonate with listeners of all ages.
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Lyrics
Ooh, baby, do you know what that’s worth?
Ooh, Heaven is a place on Earth
They say in Heaven love comes first
We’ll make Heaven a place on Earth
Ooh, Heaven is a place on Earth
When the night falls down
I wait for you and you come around
And the world’s alive
With the sound of kids on the street outside
When you walk into the room
You pull me close and we start to move
And we’re spinning with the stars above
And you lift me up in a wave of love
Ooh, baby, do you know what that’s worth?
Ooh, Heaven is a place on Earth
They say in Heaven love comes first
We’ll make Heaven a place on Earth
Ooh, Heaven is a place on Earth
When I feel alone
I reach for you and you bring me home
When I’m lost at sea
I hear your voice and it carries me
In this world we’re just beginning
To understand the miracle of living
Baby, I was afraid before
But I’m not afraid anymore
Ooh, baby, do you know what that’s worth?
Ooh, Heaven is a place on Earth
They say in Heaven love comes first
We’ll make Heaven a place on Earth
Ooh, Heaven is a place on Earth
In this world we’re just beginning
To understand the miracle of living
Baby, I was afraid before
But I’m not afraid anymore
Ooh, baby, do you know what that’s worth?
Ooh, Heaven is a place on Earth
They say in Heaven love comes first
We’ll make Heaven a place on Earth
Ooh, Heaven is a place on Earth
Ooh, Heaven is a place on Earth
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