Heavenward

Wolf Alice

About Heavenward

"Heavenward" is a song by English alternative rock band Wolf Alice from their second studio album, Visions of a Life. It was released on 18 September 2017 through Dirty Hit as the album's fourth single.


Year:
2017
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Your mum created you a small heaven
I was there just an hour
I could tell that you'd be leaving
So cruelly beyond all our power

Go heavenward
Like all Earth angels should
Go heavenward
Like all Earth angels should

I'm gonna celebrate you forever
You taught us things we all should learn
Yeah, I'm gonna celebrate you forever
And long to see you when it's my turn

Go heavenward
Like all Earth angels should
Go heavenward
Like all Earth angels should

I see you dancing on, you dancing on
I see you dancing on, you dancing on
I see you dancing on, you dancing on
I see you dancing on, you dancing on

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Wolf Alice

Wolf Alice are a British four-piece alternative rock band from north London, England, formed initially as an acoustic duo in 2010. Its members since 2012 are Ellie Rowsell (vocals, guitar), Joff Oddie (guitars, vocals), Theo Ellis (bass), and Joel Amey (drums, vocals). The band released their debut single, "Fluffy", in February 2013, and followed it with "Bros" in May of that year. They released their debut EP, Blush, in October, and its follow-up, Creature Songs, in May 2014. In February 2015, the band released the lead single, "Giant Peach", from their debut album, My Love Is Cool, which was released in June 2015. It includes their 2014 single "Moaning Lisa Smile", which peaked at number nine on Billboard's Alternative Songs chart in August 2015, and was no… more »

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Written by: Ellen Ciara Rowsell, Joel Donald Scott Amey, Jonathan David Oddie, Theodore Joseph Ellis

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12 facts about this song

Album Inclusion
"Heavenward" is the opening track on Wolf Alice's second album, "Visions of a Life," which was released in 2017.
Track Theme
The song is a tribute to a friend of the band who passed away, demonstrating tender emotions amidst the lyrics and instrumentals.
Critical Reception
“Heavenward” received positive reviews from critics, with many praising its atmospheric sound, emotive lyrics, and strong vocals.
Songwriting Details
"Heavenward" was written by the four members of Wolf Alice – Ellie Rowsell, Joff Oddie, Joel Amey, and Theo Ellis.
Awad Winner
"Visions Of A Life," the album "Heavenward" is a part of, won the 2018 Mercury Prize for best album in the United Kingdom, further highlighting the band's talent.
Musical Style
The song possesses a dream-pop feel, with soaring guitars and ethereal vocals, showing a softer side of the largely rock-influenced band.
Song's Duration
"Heavenward" is 4 minutes and 56 seconds long, making it one of the longer songs on the "Vision of a Life" album.
Recorded Studio
The song, like the rest of the album, was recorded at Los Angeles’ EastWest Studios, produced by Justin Meldal-Johnsen and mixed by Tom Elmhirst.
Live Performances
"Heavenward" has been performed on many occasions during their live concerts and it has an important place in their setlists.
Music Video
Despite the song's popularity, it does not have an official music video. The track, however, is featured with a static cover image on the band's YouTube channel.
Inspirational Impact
"Heavenward" has been cited by fans and fellow musicians alike as an impactful song, inspiring discussions about grief, loss, and the power of music for healing.
Streaming Success
"Heavenward" proved to be streaming success and is frequently included in Spotify playlists for its genre.

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