Who Wants To Live Forever (Queen's Cover)

Sarah Brightman's rendition of 'Who Wants To Live Forever' captures the haunting beauty and poignant message of the original Queen song. The lyrics delve into the transient nature of life and the fleeting moments that define our existence. The opening lines, 'There's no time for us / There's no place for us,' set a somber tone, suggesting a sense of urgency and displacement. This feeling is further emphasized by the rhetorical question, 'What is this thing that builds our dreams / And slips away from us?' Here, dreams symbolize the aspirations and desires that often elude us, highlighting the impermanence of our pursuits.

The recurring question, 'Who wants to live forever?' serves as a powerful refrain that challenges the listener to reflect on the value of immortality. The song suggests that living forever may not be as desirable as it seems, especially when 'This world has only one sweet moment / Set aside for us.' This line underscores the idea that life's beauty lies in its brevity and the preciousness of singular moments. The notion that 'It's all decided for us' implies a sense of fate or destiny, reinforcing the idea that some aspects of life are beyond our control.

In the latter part of the song, the lyrics shift to a more intimate and hopeful tone with lines like 'Touch my tears with your lips / Touch my word with your fingertips.' These lines evoke a sense of deep emotional connection and the possibility of eternal love. The assertion that 'we can have forever / And we can love forever' suggests that while life may be fleeting, love has the power to transcend time. The final question, 'Who waits forever anyway?' leaves the listener pondering the futility of waiting for eternity when the present moment holds infinite potential for love and connection.