Broken Wings is a song by the American rock band Mr. Mister, released in 1985. It is the title track and first single from their second album of the same name. The song was an international hit, reaching number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also topped the charts in several other countries, including Canada, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. The song has become a classic and remains one of the band’s most popular songs.
Overview of Broken Wings
Broken Wings is a mid-tempo rock ballad, featuring a piano and synthesizer-led melody. The lyrics are about a man trying to rebuild his life after it has been shattered by a broken relationship. The song is full of optimism, with the narrator believing he can find the strength and courage to rise above the pain and sadness of his broken heart.
Full Lyrics of Broken Wings
Verse 1:
Take these broken wings and learn to fly
Again and again and again and again
Chorus 1:
Oh, I’ve looked to the sky and I’ve asked myself
How can I fly with these broken wings?
Verse 2:
All of my dreams are lost in a cloud of doubt
Every time I try to rise, I’m pulled down
Chorus 2:
Oh, I’ve looked to the sky and I’ve asked myself
How can I fly with these broken wings?
Bridge:
All of my dreams, all of my hopes
Are lying shattered on the ground
But I still believe, I still have faith
That I will find a way to fly
Verse 3:
I must have faith and take the chance
To spread my wings and make a stand
Chorus 3:
Oh, I’ve looked to the sky and I’ve asked myself
How can I fly with these broken wings?
Outro:
Oh, I’ve looked to the sky and I’ve asked myself
How can I fly with these broken wings?
Broken Wings is a timeless classic that resonates with people of all ages. Its uplifting message of hope and resilience is one that can be applied to many different situations. Whether you are struggling with a broken heart or simply trying to find the courage to take a chance, the song offers a powerful reminder that we can rise above our difficulties and find the strength to fly.