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However, pay attention to its lyrics and you'll discover a soul-searching narrator who is concerned because he has turned off his feelings. [20] Vibe writer Jack Riedy noted, “The electro disco song is packed with enough aural embellishments that to list them requires a full Stefon voice: Chic-esque rhythm guitar, victorious trumpet riffs, Daft Punk-esque robotic vocals, and a full-on saxophone solo on the outro”. The story glistens with the entertaining qualities that made fans fall in love with Michael Jackson's “Thriller” video with the same omnipotence. If you love a slow burning blues workout that will take your breath away, this is the song for you. Linda Crampton from British Columbia, Canada on October 28, 2016: Thanks for stopping by! [111], Despite the song's buoyant, synth-tipped melodies, the lyrics hint at the doubts and fears that can transpire when expressing vulnerable feelings within a relationship. [121] In the video, the Weeknd maintains the red suit used heavily throughout the promotional material for After Hours. I love the songs by Kelly Clarkson and Blake Shelton. Contrary to what you learned in high school biology, new research has found eye color to be influenced by 16 genes rather than two. Terrie Lynn from Canada on October 27, 2016: Love those eyes. Oh, the games we play with coulda-woulda-shoulda. Make sure to watch the Andy Grammer's video; it will leave you with a smile on your face and a lump in your throat. FlourishAnyway (author) from USA on October 26, 2016: Linda - Thank you for your kind encouragement. "[119], An animated music video for the remix of "In Your Eyes" was released on July 2, 2020. Now she is left crying, lonely, and desperate for him to love her like he used to. Gypsy Rose Lee from Daytona Beach, Florida on November 02, 2016: WOW lots of music to like here all about eyes. Lying eyes, crying eyes, another's eyes, or perhaps the bluest (or brownest) eyes you've ever loved? (Don't wait. Closing your eyes while speaking can communicate superiority or boredom. Top 3 Sunglasses Inspired by Cornwall’s Beaches, Trend Alert: Vivid Tortoise Shell Glasses, Alexandra Daddario For Women’s Health Magazine ’17. He's seen some unspecified evil in the world yet learned how to mask his emotions. I've added it as #63. In the most poetic way, the guy in this 1986 song tells his sweetheart that she completes him. Have you ever noticed a couple wherein there's an attractive woman decades younger than her rich, unattractive husband? There, Miuccia manages to grab an axe that she then uses to decapitate the Weeknd, with her then proceeding to dance with his lifeless head throughout the rest of the music video. So you have THAT to look forward to! Have a wonderful weekend! [118], Erika Marie from HotNewHipHop shared, "The nostalgic, vintage feel of ‘In Your Eyes’ pairs well with disco-esque jams. This song falls more into the “Blues / R&B” category - Damn Your Eyes by Etta James. Have a wonderful week. Tell me he doesn't sound like a wolf chasing Little Red Riding Hood with his hungry eyes: I've been meaning to tell youI've got this feelin' that won't subside.I look at you, and I fantasizeYou're mine tonightNow I've got you in my sights. This makes predicting eye color difficult. FlourishAnyway (author) from USA on October 31, 2016: Devika - Glad you enjoyed this. The song was serviced to contemporary hit radio on March 24, 2020 by XO and Republic Records as the album's third single. He had his eyes on her alright. Linda Lum from Washington State, USA on October 26, 2016: I had no idea there were so many songs about eyes--the windows to the soul, but as I read through this hub I kept nodding my head, "yes, yes, yes." That song reminds me of this male "friend" that my sister had back in college in the 1990s. Glad you enjoyed this. nice list. Don't rely on the idea that liars tend to look up and to the right. She makes his world a brighter one just by being in it. Terrielynn1 - Total Eclipse of the Heart has to be one of my all time favorite songs. Angel Eyes sees something in him that even he doesn't. Brown Eyed Girl" by Van Morrison is one of my best songs. On March 27, 2020, the song debuted at number 17 on the UK Singles Chart, becoming his 20th top 40 hit on the chart. Have a great week ahead. More Songfacts: DiamondsRihanna. He swears he'll never love another. FlourishAnyway (author) from USA on April 28, 2020: Peggy - I'm glad you found some interesting information here! He never learned to dance and he's never been much of a looker, so he believes he doesn't deserve her love. Thank you for the memories. I like that one as well. You entertain and educate. [37] Elsewhere in Europe, it managed to debut in the top 20 of the Belgian Tip charts, Irish Singles Chart, and Dutch Single Top 100 on June 10, 2020. Demietrich Baker via Flickr, CC-BY-SA 2.0. Now he finds himself lonely and wondering whether he did the right thing by leaving his Texan beauty behind. "I never lied when I cried for you," she croons. Have a wonderful weekend! She looks at her daughter's perspective on the world and is buoyed by the child's optimism. FlourishAnyway believes there is a playlist for just about any situation and is on a mission to unite and entertain the world through song. The love struck man in this 1959 classic has tunnel vision: You are here, and so am IMaybe millions of people go byBut they all disappear from viewAnd I only have eyes for you. Everyone will eventually get cataracts if they live long enough. Required fields are marked *. Our heartbroken narrator pleads with her Romeo to turn back and try to recapture the feelings they once shared so freely. Your email address will not be published. This one was a fun one to write. Larry Rankin from Oklahoma on October 27, 2016: Brown Eyed Girl has always been a favorite of mine. It's a normal change to the eye that occurs on average at age 70. 58. Doja Cat continues the conversation with her sultry verse. They've had a tumultuous relationship, and he has turned away from her. [108] Shortly after, she tweeted "in your eyes" and changed her Twitter display name to the same, indicating she performed on a remix of the song. Eye color is one of the first things people notice about another person. He finds himself staring at someone he's never touched, dreaming of long nights alone with her. I've added it at #67. FlourishAnyway (author) from USA on September 16, 2018: Anthony - He did a cover version of it in 1968. Have a great weekend! Who are they really fooling? Sounds like someone is getting way ahead of himself. Her daughter sees everyone as equals and the world at peace. [23] Luke Morgan Britton of NME asserted, “The jaunty ‘In Your Eyes’ (which comes with a euphoric, joyous and absolute killer sax solo) harks back to the sparkling bombast of 2016’s Starboy”. This is deeper, but you wanna dance to it and make love to it. I love to do these lists, as they are a walk down memory lane. Brown is the most prevalent eye color in the world. Way to go! It was originally released four days before, alongside the rest of its parent album. [6], The song was first teased in the Weeknd's After Hours short film (released early March 2020) during a scene in which Tesfaye walked passed a musician playing the track's saxophone solo. [22] “The work is slick, inventive, and pristine—’80s sounds (shimmery synths, snaky brass, ambient undertones) refracted, and polished, to sound modern,” GQ.com editor Max Cea assessed. What a memory these bring. FlourishAnyway (author) from USA on November 02, 2016: Gypsy Rose Lee - Thank you for your words of encouragement. [31] The visual features the return of Wojtek Goral as the saxophone player from the album's self-titled short film and was compared to the slasher movies of the 1980s, being met with a positive reception. You notice how gorgeous and amazing they are yet they were in front of your eyes all along. A medical laser procedure can permanently remove the brown melanin and change brown eye color to blue. The song's narrator refers to her lover as "Bright Eyes." Have you ever looked at someone you've known for years and suddenly seen them in a brand new light? [18], Pitchfork.com columnist Noah Yoo wrote that “In Your Eyes” ”features saxophone solos and horn arrangements so gaudy they’d make Duran Duran blush”. The narrator is haunted by the memory of a golden-haired, blue-eyed girl, crying in his rear view mirror. Speakers who make eye contact with their targets are perceived as more earnest and believable. Sometimes an Old Memory Gets In My Eye. When you become a parent, you are filled with the determination and hope of becoming a better version of yourself. "I'm blind, I'm blind/In your eyes, you lie, but I don't let it define you/Oh, define you." Doja Cat sings and raps, turning the song into a duet about two self-destructive people who are extremely into each other. see more comments . And packed with added fun information! [7] Later on, Island Records president Louis Bloom, in a mid-March 2020 interview with Music Week magazine, confirmed that a direct follow-up to "Blinding Lights" was set to be revealed upon the album's release. The heartbroken narrator in this 2004 pop song feels like a shadow of the woman she used to be. "[115], "She feels right at home in The Weeknd's tripped-out pop landscape, where the melodies are intoxicating and the artists have been over-served," exclaimed Consequence of Sound columnist Wren Graves, welcoming Doja Cat's presence. Bronwen Scott-Branagan from Victoria, Australia on October 27, 2016: So interesting! This 2003 country song describes how a young mother has been transformed by seeing herself as her daughter does: strong, heroic, wise. This classic 1967 song originally wasn't supposed to be about eyes at all. We have a long list of hits to start you off with. [106], Prior to the announcement of the remix, the Weeknd had released several remixes of songs off of After Hours, with artists such as Lil Uzi Vert, Major Lazer and Chromatics. Time for another music blog on eyes I see. She's a woman with all the tricks at her disposal. The remix includes a sort of call-and-response to Weeknd's lyrics. In love from a distance, the narrator in this 1967 song describes the woman he is smitten with as too "just too good to be true." Comparing their color to the summer sky, he tells her that they glow and that "you and your pretty eyes, you keep me alive, keep me alive." Heidi, Thank you! FlourishAnyway (author) from USA on November 07, 2016: Suhail and my dog - Thank you for the song suggestion. I liked the song, but examining the lyrics makes me cringe. I enjoy learning as I do the research on some of the topics. However, instead of coming off as romantic or clever, he plays the creepy card big time. Her breakup has left her torn up, sleepless and an emotional mess. Know a song about eyes that should be on our playlist? FlourishAnyway (author) from USA on May 13, 2019: Mom555 - Thank you for these suggestions! I like that one as well! Have a good week! She ain't ever coming back! I'm made some additions to the playlist and you have given me an idea for another playlist. (I like the 80s hair metal bands too!) Little Eyes was apparently introduced to Cornwall as a song called Honey Honey, released in the 1950s by an American close harmony group called the Deep River Boys as the B side to their disc Deep River (HMV POP 263 - 78rpm). Bill Holland from Olympia, WA on October 27, 2016: "These Eyes" was my first choice. I had no idea that the melanin could be removed from brown eyes, and they would be blue underneath the brown, as one example. This 1988 country song is about the heartbreak of life on the road. [29][30] In the music video, the Weeknd, after having killed Miuccia's companion in the aforementioned elevator, chases her throughout different locations until they reach a nightclub named After Hours. These two songs are my personal favorites. Have a wonderful day! [35], Following the releasing of its parent album, "In Your Eyes" debuted at number 16 on the US Billboard Hot 100 dated April 4, 2020. [4] The Weeknd wrote and produced the song with Max Martin and Oscar Holter, with Canadian rapper Belly receiving additional writing credits as well. You may not be going the same direction.). Is it love or an implicit deal? He's trying to get his summer lover to stay the night with him by describing the power and beauty of her eyes. Have a terrific week! You go, girl! Here at SelectSpecs, we try and offer as much advice, tips and information as we can about eye health, looking after your eyes and keeping on top of your eye checks (you should get them tested at least once every 2 years, may we just remind you.). If you have green eyes, consider yourself a rare breed indeed. Never knew that :) I like "Andy Williams" version better, but frankie's Ok as well. Imagine looking into your spouse's eyes and consistently pining away for someone else. The video fittingly ends with Abel's character on the receiving end of some hatchet-assisted poetic justice. [13], The song received critical acclaim and was noted as a standout track from the album by critics, with the single being compared to the Weeknd's previous radio hits. [32], Pop Matters columnist Jessica Brant exclaimed the song “feels like the obsessive longing the Weeknd writes of on "Pretty" from his 2013 album Kiss Land transformed into a movie. Bill - Give the man some tissues. Thanks for stopping by! FlourishAnyway (author) from USA on October 30, 2016: Vellur - Thank you for reading! Another great playlist! The guy in this 2002 song regards his green-eyed lover as a confidante to whom he can unload his feelings. In this 2014 song, the narrator gets an eyeful of a woman he likes. [33] "The Weeknd has channeled horror movie vibes with his video, taking the '80s slasher vibes up a notch," stated Vibe journalist William E. Ketchum III. Thank you for taking the time to pull it all together! I'm amazed how you can take nearly any topic (sometimes twist it, sometimes just a mundane topic) and find so many songs that are associated with it. What an incredible power ballad this 1983 song is. And whether we like it or not, our eyes are also involved in telegraphing cues to others regarding our. Prints in Prescription Eyewear: Florals and Botanicals, Still Loving: The Rectangle Sunglasses Trend, Make sure your Sunglasses are more than just a fashion statement this Summer, Christine And The Queens: Pop Royalty Eyewear, Miley Cyrus & Liam Hemsworth: 10 Year Love Story. After combing through the entrancing soundscape with her feathery croons, she switches into rap mode before allowing the XO star to regain momentum on the hook“. Lol . "In Your Eyes" is a song by Canadian singer the Weeknd from his fourth studio album After Hours (2020). However, I like an 'eye' song - "Crystal Eyes" from 80s Hair Metal Band called LA Guns the best. FlourishAnyway (author) from USA on June 10, 2019: Shannon - Me too! "Pig's eyes" is new to me. [2][16][17] The New York Times writer Jon Caramanica observed that “the saxophone solo near the end of the satisfyingly electric “In Your Eyes” could be high-end Muzak (in the best way)”. Based on the upbeat tempo of this 1972 hit, you'd think that this was a happy song. [34] Complex editor Trace William Cohen praised the visual’s narrative and outcome, “The video sees a knife-wielding version of Abel's After Hours character going full slasher villain, ominous lurking and all. Great read:-). So, to reiterate that fact in a fun way here are 5 examples of some of most famous songs about eyes ever written; The thing about eyes is that a songwriter can use them to convey so many different moods and feelings, creating imagery and pictures to understand the message they’re trying to portray. Make a suggestion in the Comment Section below. Perhaps the most famous song about eyes is “Brown Eyed Girl” sang by Van Morrison, who allegedly says he never received any royalties for writing or recording this song. Alexandra Daddario is an American actress and model, well-known for her roles in movies such as Baywatch, San Andreas, and The Percy Jackson Series…. And, Eye enjoy many of these songs, as well. When you look into the eyes of your sweetheart, what do you see? This content is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge and is not meant to substitute for formal and individualized advice from a qualified professional. [107], On May 19, 2020, Doja Cat posted a poll on Twitter indicating that she had recently collaborated with the Weeknd. [120] The visual was directed by Jeron Braxton and it features the Weeknd and Doja Cat driving through a surreal futuristic city, akin to one found in Blade Runner. I have been listening to Eagles' Lying Eyes since late 80s. They collaborated in an effort to make musical magic. "And I know you cried, too ... always had to say bye to you." That's the trick of it". Thanks for stopping by! He would take photos of her from the side (like when she was driving). [8] The follow-up was then announced to be "In Your Eyes", with the song being added to various popular Spotify playlists and having its radio release confirmed by Gary Trust of Billboard magazine on March 20, 2020. (Sometimes I do list covers instead of originals but this time I didn't.). There are so many eye tunes out there! You can do exactly the same, by choosing the right glasses you can change the mood of your face, the feeling you give off to others and you can help your eyes tell a story. Now, he worries what the impact might be. Thanks for reading! Jennifur Sun from Ramona Often wondered if this was based on a real experience by the song writer(or someone he knew) there was a follow up song by a girl group with the title Flight 1203 as I recall. Have a great weekend ahead! We have a long list of pop, rock and country eye tunes to help you out. someone with exceptional vision or attention to detail, able to do something with one's eyes shut, to briefly look over, without going into details, there is hidden information that you do not have, to show extreme contempt, disrespect or ingratitude, to ignore something or pretend that it isn't happening, look someone directly in the face without shame, embarrassment, or fear, everyone's attention is focused on someone, temporary peaceful time before trouble or conflict sets in, to watch something without giving your full attention, to look at someone angrily or unpleasantly, to see as much as you want to see of something, to know what's going on even if one cannot see it. Country music can certainly hold its own in this category! The Weeknd showcases a vulnerability not witnessed before, turning away from his usual booze and drugs modus operandi to openly tackle his emotions and confess his wrong doings. As a result, the mother is motivated to make the world a better place for her family, one that more closely resembles what her child sees. Eye really like this post about all the different and various eye colors. [113] Carl Lamarre from Billboard Magazine praised their collaboration as he observed, “Welcoming Doja to his funky playground, The Weeknd allows the multifaceted star to shine on the song's second verse. Larry - That's one of my favorites, too! I am happy that you enjoy these as much as I enjoy publishing them! [122] His character, along with Doja Cat's and the rest of the animation, are done in low polygon count style. This 1975 classic tells the story of a young woman who has married a much older, wealthy man. And the cheating woman's husband suspects her infidelity but hopes he can turn the tide before he loses her. Sometimes knowing the lyrics better changes your perception of a song! The narrator of this 1981 Grammy-winning song describes a seductress who is "pure as New York snow." You seem to have an eye for making really eye-teresting posts! Your email address will not be published. It was originally released four days before, alongside the rest of its parent album. to be obsessed with movies, Hollywood, theater, etc. “The Bluest Eyes in Texas,” performed by Restless Heart, was also released in 1988, and became a number one hit for the band. Something in the stars aligned, however. Now, we don’t need to tell you how important your eye health is as we’re sure you already know, but it’s not just us telling you that – there’s a whole library of singers and musicians who went to the effort to write songs about eyes because they too know of their significance. Martie Coetser from South Africa on October 31, 2016: I can already see me and some friends having a party with eyes as the theme. I love all these songs about eyes. Brown eyes are actually blue underneath. I enjoy learning as I do the research on some of the topics. Caught between two worlds, she then sneaks over to the cheating side of town. [123] It is the first of two animated videos released in support of After Hours, with it being followed by the visual for "Snowchild". MsDora - I think it's similar to "when pigs fly!" Thank you for an interesting list of songs. [114] Tom Breihan of Stereogum complimented Doja Cat's transformative contribution, "The Weeknd's ‘In Your Eyes’ is a slick piece of work full of synths and saxophones. More songs from 1961; Lyrics to Ebony Eyes; The Everly Brothers Artistfacts; send your comment. Shannon Henry from Texas on June 09, 2019: Am I the only one who thinks that Chase Rice's song "Eyes on You" is a little creepy? [9], The Weeknd spoke about the record, co-produced by him, Max Martin, and Oscar Holter, during an interview with Variety, "When you look deeper into the song, it's more complex than it seems. A fantastic list of songs about eyes. "You always try to hide the pain/You always know just what to say/I always look the other way," the Weeknd sings. How he ever caught her eye he doesn't know, but the self-denigrating fella in this 1989 country song is so glad he did. [14][15] Various journalists noted its heavy 80s influence, with the song's saxophone solo (performed by Wojtek Goral) and synths receiving praise and being compared to hits such as M83's "Midnight City" and Katy Perry's "Last Friday Night". Celebrate the magic and the beauty of eyes with a playlist of pop, rock, and country hits about them. It was the highest overall debut of the week and third highest charting track from After Hours.[36]. "In Your Eyes" is a song by Canadian singer the Weeknd from his fourth studio album After Hours (2020). It was then taken up by a Camborne band called the Joy Boys, became a local hit and, with by now many changes to the words, remains popular in West Cornwall … PALE BLUE EYES by Lou Reed The saddest song on the countdown, an early 70’s classic by the late great Lou Reed. Suck it up and move on, buddy! While they're busy committing adultery, the unfaithful man's spouse denies to herself and the world he can do any wrong. [112], Althea Legapsi of Rolling Stone wrote, "The remix includes a sort of call-and-response to Weeknd's lyrics," and noted, "despite the song's buoyant, synth-tipped melodies, the lyrics hint at the doubts and fears that can transpire when expressing vulnerable feelings within a relationship." Long ago, the narrator in this 1975 country song said goodbye to a blue-eyed beauty, and as he left her crying in the rain, they both knew they would never meet again. 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Shouldn't he stop the creepy staring and introduce himself? I'll add it to the list. Green eyes occur in about 2% of the world's population. What's old is new again! If you've ever had a relationship that's desperately broken and unfixable, this one's for you. Oh, I want to be that complete. FlourishAnyway (author) from USA on October 28, 2016: Linda - Thank you for your kind encouragement. For some reason that popped into my head immediately. Now I will be listening to those songs you have included in this hub. Or, if we’ve missed any classic songs on eyes, let us know in the comments section below! Dora Weithers from The Caribbean on October 28, 2016: Another great list and thanks for the education on eye idioms. He undresses her with his eyes and isn't bashful about saying so: Come a little closer, come a little closerCome a little closer, girl the way you look tonightMy eyes are the only thing I don't wanna take off of you. Instead, look more for hand gestures and verbal hesitations in spotting a liar. A list of lyrics, artists and songs that contain the term "eyes" - from the Lyrics.com website. Covering decades of music! Eyes are arguably our most important sense, as about 80% of information we receive from the environment comes to us through our vision. Have a great day! [19] He sees it all in her eyes: In your eyes, I see the doorway to a thousand churchesIn your eyes, the resolution of all the fruitless searchesIn your eyes, I see the light and the heatIn your eyes. She won't let her ex-lover see her weep. Pupils dilate in response to light, sexual arousal, and mental effort (such as a difficult math problem). Have a wonderful weekend! She got very suspicious so she took his film and got it developed and most of it was of her chest area from the side! FlourishAnyway (author) from USA on June 21, 2017: Tamara - Thank you for stopping by!