Have you ever stumbled upon a song that feels like it’s speaking directly to your soul? That’s exactly how I feel about “Angels” by Robbie Williams. Every time I hear those opening piano chords, it’s like the world slows down just a bit, and all the noise fades away.
I remember the first time I listened to it—I was having one of those days where everything feels a bit off. Then “Angels” came on the radio, and something about Robbie’s voice and the heartfelt lyrics just resonated with me. It’s like he managed to capture that universal longing for comfort and understanding that we all experience at some point.
What’s truly special about “Angels” is how it blends vulnerability with hope. Robbie’s honest delivery makes it feel like he’s sharing a personal story, yet it’s one that we can all relate to. The song doesn’t just offer solace; it reminds us that we’re not alone in our struggles.
Over the years, “Angels” has become more than just a hit song—it’s an anthem for anyone seeking a bit of light in the darkness. Even though it was released back in 1997, its message is timeless. Whenever I need a pick-me-up or just a moment of reflection, I find myself turning back to this song. It’s like catching up with an old friend who always knows just what to say
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Me and some of the boys were sitting around the other night
Started talking about politics, religion, love and life
And what a shame it was about 9/11
And what about hell and what about heaven
And is there or isn’t there angels on earth
And then one guy said
Well you can take that for what it’s worth
If it’s something I can see or something I can touch
Well I might believe in all that stuff
So I just had to say to him
Are you telling me that you’ve never seen an angel?
Never felt the presence of one standing by?
No robe of white
No halo in site
Well you missed the most obvious thing
Man, are you blind?
Just look in your mothers eyes
And then I said who went through the pain
And smiled through the tears on the day of your birth?
She counted your fingers and toes and thank god you were whole
Son you outta know who loved you first, that’s right
And who always came running every time you cried out
And how many more things have you forgotten about
And who tried their best to teach you wrong from right
And how many nights did she leave on the light
While she waited and prayed that you came in
And who’d be there for you right up to the end
Think about it tonight
Are you telling me that you’ve never seen an angel?
Never felt the presence of one standing by?
No robe of white
No halo in site
Well you missed the most obvious thing
Aw man, are you blind?
Just look in your mothers eyes
Aw man, are you blind?
Just look in your mothers eyes
That’s right