Shape of My Heart

Sting

About Shape of My Heart

"Shape of My Heart" is a song by English musician Sting. It was released in August 1993 as the fifth single from the album Ten Summoner's Tales. The song was co-written by guitarist Dominic Miller. The song was used for the end credits of the film Léon starring Jean Reno and Natalie Portman, and within the 1993 film Three of Hearts.


Year:
1993
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He deals the cards as a meditation
And those he plays never suspect
He doesn't play for the money he wins
He don't play for respect

He deals the cards to find the answer
The sacred geometry of chance
The hidden law of a probable outcome
The numbers lead a dance

I know that the spades are the swords of a soldier
I know that the clubs are weapons of war
I know that diamonds mean money for this art
But that's not the shape of my heart

He may play the jack of diamonds
He may lay the queen of spades
He may conceal a king in his hand
While the memory of it fades

I know that the spades are the swords of a soldier
I know that the clubs are weapons of war
I know that diamonds mean money for this art
But that's not the shape of my heart
That's not the shape
The shape of my heart

If I told her that I loved you
You'd maybe think there's something wrong
I'm not a man of too many faces
The mask I wear is one

But those who speak know nothing
And find out to their cost
Like those who curse their luck in too many places
And those who fear are lost

I know that the spades are the swords of a soldier
I know that the clubs are weapons of war
I know that diamonds mean money for this art
But that's not the shape of my heart
That's not the shape of my heart
That's not the shape
The shape of my heart

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Sting

Gordon Matthew Thomas SumnerCBE (born 2 October 1951), known by his stage name Sting, is an English musician, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, activist, actor and philanthropist. Prior to starting his solo career, he was the principal songwriter, lead singer and bassist for the rock band The Police. more »

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Written by: Dominic Miller, Gordon Sumner

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10 facts about this song

Composition
"Shape of My Heart" was co-written by British musician Sting and his long-time guitarist, Dominic Miller. The track was composed for Sting's 1993 album "Ten Summoner's Tales".
Musical Genre
The song falls under the genre of Soft rock and Pop. It has a unique blend of slow-paced melody with a touch of pop elements.
Lyrics
"Shape of My Heart" is known for its poetic and philosophical lyrics. The song metaphorically relates a card game to life, in an attempt to uncover the mystery of human nature.
Chart Performance
Even though "Shape of My Heart" was not released as a single, it peaked at no.57 on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing its popularity among the audience.
Influence & Popularity
The song has been covered by many artists over the years, most notably by Juice World and Lucid Dreams. It is also popular in pop culture and has been featured in many films and TV shows, including "Leon: The Professional" and "The Simpsons".
Guitar Composition
Dominic Miller's guitar part is a significant element of the song. Using a classical guitar, the composition showcases Dominic's virtuosity and adds to the melancholic feeling of the song.
Connection with other songs
Sting utilized the theme of the song in another composition, "St. Augustine In Hell", on the same album. The intros of both the songs have identical chord progressions played on different instruments.
In Popular Media
The song contributed significantly to Sting's prominence worldwide, becoming one of the most sampled compositions in his career. It was notably used in the film "The Professional" (1994), and in the trailer for "Three of Hearts" (1993).
Live Performances
"Shape of My Heart" is frequently performed in Sting's live concerts. He often performs the song with Dominic Miller, and they present unique renditions of the track during their performances.
Awards
While "Shape of My Heart" didn't win any awards on its own, the album "Ten Summoner's Tales" that it belongs to was nominated for the Album of the Year at the 1994 Grammy Awards.

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    * Real sweet !!!!!! .... DeNio
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