PEARLY GATES Lyrics – Sam Tompkins
“PEARLY GATES” is an English song by Sam Tompkins, which was published on September 4, 2026 as a part of his musical album ARE WE GONNA SING?. This work includes a collaboration of various composers: Humble the Great, Simon Francis, Lily Knott and Manta Tatton, who were the authors of the tune, and Sam Tompkins, Lily Knott and Manta Tatton, who created the lyrics. The artist’s participation as the performer and lyricist of the song makes its performance very personal with the help of other participants of the creation process. The title “PEARLY GATES” gives the song a symbolic and interesting character related to the concepts of heaven, spirituality, judgement, afterlife or final destination. It creates a philosophical atmosphere around this song and allows the listener to interpret it in their own way. As a part of ARE WE GONNA SING?, the song represents the artistic characteristics of this album. In general, “PEARLY GATES” demonstrates Sam Tompkins’ artistic abilities together with the work of other composers and lyricists in English language.
PEARLY GATES Song Info
| Song Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Song | PEARLY GATES |
| Singer | Sam Tompkins |
| Composer | Humble the Great, Simon Francis, Lily Knott, Manta Tatton |
| Lyrics | Sam Tompkins, Lily Knott, Manta Tatton |
| Album | ARE WE GONNA SING? |
| Release | 4 Sep 2026 |
| Language | English |
PEARLY GATES Song Lyrics
I gotta reach the pearly gates by 9, but I’m falling behind
Left my wallet on the Central line, maybe that was a sign
Well, anyway, I had to jump the turnstile and run for my life
Trying to avoid the stupid fine from the damn ticket guy
But he won’t let me by, yeah
Ain’t no luck on my side, yeah
Take my breath away, it comes straight back anyway, and
There goes my heart again, but I’m still alive
Go try and punch a hole straight through my skin
You won’t get far, ’cause I don’t feel a thing, yeah
I couldn’t pay, so they brought me downtown for a slap on the wrist
They looked at me kinda funny when I said I gotta date with Jesus
Shoulda seen the poor old man’s face when he balled up his fists
He was speaking his mind and truth like he couldn’t resist
To say he don’t exist
Must’ve been an atheist, damn
Take my breath away, it comes straight back anyway, and
There goes my heart again, but I’m still alive
Go try and punch a hole straight through my skin
You won’t get far, ’cause I don’t feel a thing, yeah
Getting out the station ’round about 9, still running behind
Missed calls from my mother, she asked if I am alright
I guess it doesn’t have to be today or even tonight
Maybe I should just let this go, take it as a sign
Maybe it’s not my time, and that’s just fine
Ooh, ah
Take my breath away, it comes straight back anyway, and
There goes my heart again, but I’m still alive
Go try and punch a hole straight through my skin
You won’t get far, ’cause I don’t feel a thing, yeah
Go try and punch a hole straight through my skin
You won’t get far, ’cause I don’t feel a thing
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