Heaven Sent

INXS

About Heaven Sent

"Heaven Sent" is the first single by INXS taken from their eighth studio album Welcome to Wherever You Are. It was released only in Europe, Japan and Australia. The song was written by Andrew Farriss who explained on the liner notes of the 1992 remaster: "Originally I wrote the song as a 3/4 ballad. The band heard it and rocked it up to make it the recording it became. The vocal effect helped give the track some extra attitude."


Year:
1992
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Your eyes are like deep wells of desire
Once in your arms I'm on fire
You were sent girl, so perfectly true
Changing my life
Now I'm a survivor

Heaven sent
That's what I call you
Heaven sent
That's what I call you

Late at night when the evening fire has died
There's a look in your eye
Seductive images fly

Heaven sent
That's what I call you
Heaven sent
That's what I call you

One day you'll see
What angels can see
Dressed in black if she comes back
I think I'll loose my mind

Tuesday she works in the library uptown
Some useful knowledge can always be found
Don't burn the library till you've read all the books
Sometimes in life you get a second look

Heaven sent
That's what I call you
Heaven sent
That's what I call you

Heaven sent
That's what I call you
Heaven sent
That's what I call you

Heaven sent
Heaven sent
Heaven sent
Heaven sent

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INXS

INXS (pronounced "in excess", In-XS) were an Australian rock band, formed as The Farriss Brothers in 1977 in Sydney, New South Wales. Mainstays were Garry Gary Beers on bass guitar, Andrew Farriss on guitar and keyboards, Jon Farriss on drums, Tim Farriss on lead guitar and Kirk Pengilly on guitar and saxophone. For 20 years, INXS were fronted by Michael Hutchence on lead vocals, whose "sultry good looks" and magnetic stage presence made him the focal point of the band. Initially known for their New Wave/ska/pop style, they later developed a harder pub rock style, including funk and dance elements. more »

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Written by: ANDREW CHARLES FARRISS

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10 facts about this song

Artist Information
"Heaven Sent" is a song by the Australian rock band INXS.
Album Details
The song is taken from their eighth studio album, "Welcome to Wherever You Are," initially released in 1992.
Chart Information
"Heaven Sent" peaked at #23 on the ARIA Singles Chart in Australia, and it also reached #30 on the UK Singles Chart.
Songwriting Credits
The song was written by the band's main songwriter Michael Hutchence and Andrew Farriss, a multi-instrumentalist in the band.
Musical Style
The song showcases the band's evolving musical style, with more experimental and diverse sounds compared to their earlier work.
Music Video
The music video for the song took inspiration from the 1927 German expressionist film "Metropolis."
Live Performances
"Heaven Sent" was performed live during several tours, including the band's "Welcome to Wherever You Are" tour in 1992.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised the song for its catchy chorus and soaring vocals from lead singer Michael Hutchence.
Cover Versions
Although not as largely covered as some of INXS's other songs, "Heaven Sent" has been performed by a few artists, demonstrating its enduring popularity and influence.
Band Observation
Interestingly, band members have remarked in interviews that "Heaven Sent" was one of their favorite songs to perform live.

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