Angels by Robbie Williams | W. Uden & Sons Funeral Directors

Angels

I sit and wait
Does an angel contemplate my fate?
And do they know the places where we go
When we’re grey and old?
‘Cause I have been told
That salvation lets their wings unfold
So when I’m lying in my bed
Thoughts running through my head
And I feel that love is dead
I’m loving angels instead
And through it all she offers me protection
A lot of love and affection, whether I’m right or wrong
And down the waterfall, wherever it may take me
I know that life won’t break me
When I come to call, she won’t forsake me
I’m loving angels instead
When I’m feeling weak
And my pain walks down a one way street
I look above
And I know I’ll always be blessed with love
And as the feeling grows
She brings flesh to my bones
And when love is dead
I’m loving angels instead
And through it all she offers me protection
A lot of love and affection, whether I’m right or wrong
And down the waterfall, wherever it may take me
I know that life won’t break me
When I come to call, she won’t forsake me
I’m loving angels instead
And through it all she offers me protection
A lot of love and affection, whether I’m right or wrong
And down the waterfall, wherever it may take me
I know that life won’t break me
When I come to call, she won’t forsake me
I’m loving angels instead

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Angels by Robbie Williams is a powerful ballad about finding comfort, protection, and unconditional love through the presence of a guardian angel—whether real or symbolic. The lyrics suggest that even in life’s darkest moments, there’s a guiding force watching over and offering strength. It’s a deeply emotional song that touches on themes of faith, hope, and inner resilience. With its soaring chorus and heartfelt delivery, Angels has become an anthem for support and reassurance, resonating with anyone who has ever needed to feel they’re not alone.

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