Shape Of My Heart
Sting · Ten Summoner's Tales
And those he plays never suspect
He doesn't play for the money he wins
He doesn't play for respect
He deals the cards to find the answer
The sacred geometry of chance
The hidden law of a probable outcome
The numbers lead a dance
I know that the spades are the swords of a soldier
I know that the clubs are weapons of war
I know that diamonds mean money for this art
But that's not the shape of my heart
He may play the jack of diamonds
He may lay the queen of spades
He may conceal a king in his hand
While the memory of it fades
I know that the spades are the swords of a soldier
I know that the clubs are weapons of war
I know that diamonds mean money for this art
But that's not the shape of my heart.
That's not the shape, shape of my heart.
And if I told you that I loved you
You'd maybe think there's something wrong
I'm not a man of too many faces
The mask I wear is one
Those who speak know nothing
And find out to their cost
Like those who curse their luck in too many places
And those who fear are lost
I know that the spades are the swords of a soldier
I know that the clubs are weapons of war
I know that diamonds mean money for this art
But that's not the shape of my heart
That's not the shape of my heart
That's not the shape, shape of my heart.
Shape Of My Heart
Released in 1993 on the album Ten Summoner's Tales, this track by Sting serves as a poignant reflection on the passage of time and the enduring nature of memory. The song blends Sting's signature acoustic guitar work with a lush orchestral arrangement, creating an atmospheric soundscape that defines the romantic ballad genre of the early 1990s. Its melodic structure and lyrical themes of nostalgia have made it a staple in the artist's discography, often cited alongside other major releases like Every Breath You Take and Fields Of Gold. The recording stands as a testament to Sting's ability to craft emotionally resonant music that transcends its era, influencing countless subsequent artists in the soft rock and adult contemporary spheres.