About The Song
Total Eclipse of the Heart: A Power Ballad for the Ages
In the realm of music, there are songs that entertain, songs that educate, and then there are songs that transcend time and genre, etching themselves into the very fabric of our collective consciousness. Bonnie Tyler’s Total Eclipse of the Heart is undoubtedly one such song. Released in 1983, this power ballad has become an enduring anthem of love, loss, and the overwhelming emotions that define the human experience.
Bonnie Tyler, a Welsh singer with a voice as powerful as a force of nature, delivers a tour de force vocal performance on Total Eclipse of the Heart. Her voice soars and swoops, conveying the depths of emotion embedded in the lyrics, transforming the song into an operatic masterpiece. The song’s opening lines, “Turn around, every now and then I get a little bit lonely and you’re never coming ’round,” immediately set the stage for a tale of unrequited love and the profound sadness that accompanies it.
Jim Steinman’s dramatic lyrics perfectly capture the essence of heartbreak. The song’s title, Total Eclipse of the Heart, is a metaphor for the overwhelming darkness that descends upon a heart shattered by love’s loss. The lyrics paint vivid imagery of a world turned upside down, devoid of light and warmth, mirroring the emotional turmoil of the protagonist.
Total Eclipse of the Heart is not merely a song about heartbreak; it is an exploration of the complexities of human emotion. The song delves into the depths of despair, the fear of vulnerability, and the yearning for connection. Yet, amidst the darkness, there is a glimmer of hope, a belief that love, despite its pain, is an essential part of the human experience.
The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its ability to connect with listeners on a deeply personal level. Total Eclipse of the Heart has been covered by countless artists, from Celine Dion to Pavarotti, each bringing their own interpretation to the song. It has been featured in numerous films and television shows, and its instantly recognizable melody has become synonymous with love and heartbreak.
Total Eclipse of the Heart is more than just a song; it is a cultural phenomenon. It is a reminder of the power of music to evoke emotions, to transcend language and cultural barriers, and to unite us all in our shared experiences of love and loss. Bonnie Tyler’s passionate delivery and Jim Steinman’s evocative lyrics have created an enduring masterpiece that will continue to touch hearts for generations to come.
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(Turn around)
Every now and then
I get a little bit lonely
And you’re never coming ’round
(Turn around)
Every now and then
I get a little bit tired
Of listening to the sound of my tears
(Turn around)
Every now and then
I get a little bit nervous
That the best of all the years have gone by
(Turn around)
Every now and then
I get a little bit terrified
And then I see the look in your eyes
(Turn around, bright eyes)
Every now and then I fall apart
(Turn around, bright eyes)
Every now and then
I fall apart
(Turn around)
Every now and then
I get a little bit restless
And I dream of something wild
(Turn around)
Every now and then
I get a little bit helpless
And I’m lying like a child in your arms
(Turn around)
Every now and then
I get a little bit angry
And I know I’ve got to get out and cry
(Turn around)
Every now and then
I get a little bit terrified
But then I see the look in your eyes
(Turn around, bright eyes)
Every now and then
I fall apart
Turn around, bright eyes
Every now and then
I fall apart
And I need you now tonight
And I need you more than ever
And if you only hold me tight
We’ll be holding on forever
And we’ll only be making it right
‘Cause we’ll never be wrong
Together we can take it to the end of the line
Your love is like a shadow on me all of the time (all of the time)
I don’t know what to do and I’m always in the dark
We’re living in a powder keg and giving off sparks
I really need you tonight
Forever’s gonna start tonight
(Forever’s gonna start tonight)
Once upon a time I was falling in love
But now I’m only falling apart
There’s nothing I can do
A total eclipse of the heart
Once upon a time there was light in my life
But now there’s only love in the dark
Nothing I can say
A total eclipse of the heart
(Turn around, bright eyes)
(Turn around, bright eyes)
(Turn around)
Every now and then
I know you’ll never be the boy
You always wanted to be
(Turn around)
But every now and then
I know you’ll always be the only boy
Who wanted me the way that I am
(Turn around)
Every now and then
I know there’s no one in the universe
As magical and wondrous as you
(Turn around)
Every now and then
I know there’s nothing any better
There’s nothing that I just wouldn’t do
(Turn around, bright eyes)
Every now and then I fall apart
(Turn around, bright eyes)
Every now and then I fall apart
And I need you now tonight
And I need you more than ever
And if you only hold me tight
We’ll be holding on forever
And we’ll only be making it right
‘Cause we’ll never be wrong
Together we can take it to the end of the line
Your love is like a shadow on me all of the time (all of the time)
I don’t know what to do
I’m always in the dark
Living in a powder keg and giving off sparks
I really need you tonight
Forever’s gonna start tonight
(Forever’s gonna start tonight)
Once upon a time I was falling in love
But now I’m only falling apart
Nothing I can do
A total eclipse of the heart
Once upon a time there was light in my life
But now there’s only love in the dark
Nothing I can say
A total eclipse of the heart
A total eclipse of the heart
A total eclipse of the heart
(Turn around, bright eyes)
(Turn around, bright eyes)
(Turn around)