Heaven Knows

Donna Summer

About Heaven Knows

"Heaven Knows" is a song by American singer and songwriter Donna Summer, with guest vocals from Brooklyn Dreams released at the height of her fame during the 1970s disco era. It is adapted from the Live and More album where it is a part of the MacArthur Park Suite. It became a number 4 hit for Summer in the US the week of March 17, 1979, and held there for 3 weeks. The song features singing by the group Brooklyn Dreams with lead vocals by Joe "Bean" Esposito. On the single version released by Summer (credited as Donna Summer with Brooklyn Dreams), singer Joe "Bean" Esposito sings second lead to Summer, while Summer and the group provide backing vocals. However, on the version that appears on Brooklyn Dreams's 1979 album, Sleepless Nights, it is Esposito who sings the lead vocal with Summer singing second lead, with Summer and the group provide backing vocals. On the group's album, this version is credited as Brooklyn Dreams with Donna Summer. A 12" single version, at 6:45, was released, the first verse sung by Summer solo, the remainder with Summer and Esposito. 


Year:
1998
3:25
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Baby please, please don't take your love from me
I am yours for ever more, 'till eternity
Silently please, listen to the words I say
I'm not talking just for play, listen to me please

Heaven knows it's not the way it should be
And heaven knows it' s not the way it could be
Don't you know there's no need to leave
Heaven knows I never want to leave you
Heaven knows I only want to please you
Don't you know love is what I need

Down inside, don't get caught with foolish pride
Blow the other things aside, its only you and me
Believe in us, we were always meant to be
Me for you and you for me, 'till eternity

Heaven knows it's not the way it should be
And heaven knows it's not the way it could be
And don't you know there's no need to leave
Heaven knows I never want to leave you
Heaven knows I only want to please you
Don't you know love is what I need

Heaven knows it's not the way it should be
And heaven knows it's not the way it could be
And don't you know there's no need to leave
Heaven knows it's not the way it should be
And heaven knows it's not the way it could be
And don't you know there's no need to leave

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Donna Summer

LaDonna Adrian Gaines (December 31, 1948 – May 17, 2012), known by the stage name Donna Summer, was an American singer and songwriter who gained prominence during the disco era of the late 1970s. A five-time Grammy Award winner, Summer was the first artist to have three consecutive double albums reach number one on the United States Billboard chart, and she also charted four number-one singles in the United States within a 13-month period. more »

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Written by: GIORGIO MORODER, PETE BELLOTTE, DONNA SUMMER

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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15 facts about this song

Release Date
"Heaven Knows" by Donna Summer was released in November 1978.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at Number 1 on the U.S. Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.
Duet Performance
It is a duet performance featuring Brooklyn Dreams.
Collaboration
"Heaven Knows" is one of the several collaborations between Donna Summer and Brooklyn Dreams.
Recommerce
Following its release, "Heaven Knows" became a hit and was later included on several Donna Summer compilation albums.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics talk about a woman's deep love and longing for her sweetheart who is far away.
Songwriting
Donna Summer co-wrote the song along with Giorgio Moroder and Pete Bellotte, who also produced the song.
Billboard Hot 100
It reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, making it one of Summer's 14 top 10 hits on the chart.
Certification
Despite its success, the song was not certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Album
The song was part of the double album "Live and More," which was the first live album by Donna Summer.
Park Avenue Sound Studio
"Heaven Knows" was recorded at Park Avenue Sound Studio in New York.
Disco Genre
The song falls under the genre of Disco, which was extremely popular in the 1970s.
Covered
Over the years, "Heaven Knows" has been covered by a number of artists, showcasing its enduring popularity.
Live Performances
During her concerts, Summer used to perform "Heaven Knows" frequently due to its popularity among her fans.
Role in Career
"Heaven Knows" played a significant role in helping Donna Summer maintain her status as a leading female artist during the disco era.

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