Heaven's Here On Earth
Tracy Chapman · Other Songs - Tracy Chapman
Look for God and life on distant planets
Have your faith in the ever after
While each of us holds inside the map to the labyrinth
And heaven's here on earth
We are the spirit the collective conscience
We create the pain and the suffering and the beauty in this world
Heaven's here on earth
In our faith in humankind
In our respect for what is earthly
In our unfaltering belief in peace and love and understanding
I've seen and met angels wearing the disguise
Of ordinary people leading ordinary lives
Filled with love, compassion, forgiveness and sacrifice
Heaven's in our hearts
In our faith in humankind
In our respect for what is earthly
In our unfaltering belief in peace and love and understanding
Look around
Believe in what you see
The kingdom is at hand
The promised land is at your feet
We can and will become what we aspire to be
If Heaven's here on earth
If we have faith in humankind
And respect for what is earthly
And an unfaltering belief that truth is divinity
And heaven's here on earth
I've seen spirits
I've met angels
I've touched creations beautiful and wondrous
I've been places where I question all I think I know
But I believe, I believe, I believe this could be heaven
We are born inside the gates with the power to create life
And to take it away
The world is our temple
The world is our church
Heaven's here on earth
If we have faith in humankind
And respect for what is earthly
And an unfaltering belief
In peace and love and understanding
This could be heaven here on earth
Heaven's in our heart
Heaven's Here On Earth
Tracy Chapman's 'Heaven's Here On Earth' stands as a poignant testament to her signature blend of folk and acoustic storytelling. Released alongside her debut album, the track exemplifies her ability to weave personal narrative with broader social commentary, a hallmark of her early career. The recording captures the raw, unpolished intimacy that defined her initial foray into the music industry, utilizing simple instrumentation to underscore themes of resilience and hope. As a key component of her foundational discography, the song reflects the era's shift toward singer-songwriter authenticity, cementing her reputation as a voice for the marginalized. Its enduring appeal lies in Chapman's lyrical clarity and emotional vulnerability, which continue to resonate within the folk tradition.