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Candle in the Wind 1997 Lyrics
by Elton John
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Candle in the Wind 1997 Lyrics
Goodbye England's rose
May you ever grow in our hearts
You were the grace that placed itself
Where lives were torn apart
You called out to our country
And you whispered to those in pain
Now you belong to heaven
And the stars spell out your name
And it seems to me you lived your life
Like a candle in the wind
Never fading with the sunset
When the rain set in
And your footsteps will always fall here
Along England's greenest hills
Your candle's burned out long before
Your legend ever will
Loveliness we've lost
These empty days without your smile
This torch, we'll always carry
For our nation's golden child
And even though we try
The truth brings us to tears
All our words cannot express
The joy you brought us through the years
And it seems to me you lived your life
Like a candle in the wind
Never fading with the sunset
When the rain set in
And your footsteps will always fall here
Along England's greenest hills
Your candle's burned out long before
Your legend ever will
Goodbye England's rose
May you ever grow in our hearts
You were the grace that placed itself
Where lives were torn apart
Goodbye England's rose
From a country lost without your soul
Who'll miss the wings of your compassion
More than you will ever know
And it seems to me you lived your life
Like a candle in the wind
Never fading with the sunset
When the rain set in
And your footsteps will always fall here
Along England's greenest hills
Your candle's burned out long before
Your legend ever will
And your footsteps will always fall here
Along England's greenest hills
Your candle's burned out long before
Your legend ever will
Meaning of Candle in the Wind 1997
“Candle in the Wind 1997” is a poignant tribute to Princess Diana, acknowledging her profound impact on England and its people. The lyrics evoke a sense of deep sorrow and loss, portraying her as “England’s rose,” a figure of grace who offered comfort where pain existed. Elton John uses the metaphor of a candle in the wind – fragile yet enduring – to represent Diana's life, highlighting how she shone brightly despite adversity and never faded from memory. The song expresses an inability to fully articulate the joy and compassion she brought, acknowledging that her legacy will forever remain etched in the nation’s heart. It’s a heartfelt farewell, recognizing the emptiness left behind and promising to carry her “torch,” ultimately celebrating her life as something timeless and unforgettable, continuing to resonate long after her passing.
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