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“Heaven” is a ballad written by Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance and performed by Bryan Adams. The song first appeared on the A Night in Heaven soundtrack album in 1983 and was later included on Adams’ album Reckless in 1984. It was released as the third single from Reckless and reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in June 1985, over a year and a half after the song first appeared on record. The single was certified Gold in Canada in 1985.
Adams recorded “Heaven” at The Power Station in New York City on June 6 and 7, 1983.
Adams didn’t think “Heaven” was suitable for Reckless, a feeling that was echoed by producer Jimmy Iovine, who was working with Adams at the time. Iovine thought the song was too ‘light’ for the album and recommended that Adams not include it. At the last moment, Adams changed his mind.
Half way through the recording session drummer Mickey Curry announced that he had to leave since he committed in advance to a Hall & Oates session. Curry had warned Adams about his limited availability that day. The recording session for “Heaven” was running behind schedule and Adams called Journey drummer Steve Smith. Smith happened to be in New York at the time and he filled Curry’s drumming position.
While writing “Heaven”, Adams and Vallance were influenced by Journey’s music and lyrical style, particular their song “Faithfully”.
Adams recorded “Heaven” at The Power Station in New York City on June 6 and 7, 1983.
Adams didn’t think “Heaven” was suitable for Reckless, a feeling that was echoed by producer Jimmy Iovine, who was working with Adams at the time. Iovine thought the song was too ‘light’ for the album and recommended that Adams not include it. At the last moment, Adams changed his mind.
Half way through the recording session drummer Mickey Curry announced that he had to leave since he committed in advance to a Hall & Oates session. Curry had warned Adams about his limited availability that day. The recording session for “Heaven” was running behind schedule and Adams called Journey drummer Steve Smith. Smith happened to be in New York at the time and he filled Curry’s drumming position.
While writing “Heaven”, Adams and Vallance were influenced by Journey’s music and lyrical style, particular their song “Faithfully”.
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ABM1708 wrote:
Oh thinking about our younger years.. . . . . Still having a blast now!
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maghat wrote:
time for makeout practice!
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fanatka_rox wrote:
good song..
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Palomer wrote:
That's an awesome song. I think I have a compilation cassette with the song somewhere on my shelf.
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Domfather wrote:
Reminds me of my ex-girlfriend, this was the song i first kissed her to :(
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darkrebell wrote:
Wonderful Song !
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essaux wrote:
LOTS of memories.... especially my Junior Prom.... i requested this song... the jerk would hardly dance w/me and took me home EARLY! cried my eyes out! BUT i would do anything to go back to the 80s... that's for sure!
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SilAlcantara wrote:
... Once in your life you find someone who will turn your world around...
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marcy50 wrote:
What a song,,he was the best on this one..so neat!! Very pure and smooth..
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RickStarMusic wrote:
in my top 10(l)
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crazykaz02 wrote:
brill
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sionborg wrote:
Great Classic !!
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clare5sea wrote:
能把死人听活
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FluffyMoose wrote:
Close your eyes, turn the music loud and enjoy :o)
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LJV3081 wrote:
this song gives me shivers. it's that good. ♥
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Andrea_P73 wrote:
My favourite Bryan Adams song! Brings back happy memories of my wedding day where this was our first dance
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BattyBumblebee wrote:
Wunderschönes Lied!!!
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cuzcnotesaidso wrote:
best song ever
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:-)
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myjo1 wrote:
Wow I have listened to this for such a long time now........
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