The song describes love as a transcendent force that can create a state of paradise in the present moment. Carlisle herself has described it as a "hopeful song" about creating your own piece of heaven through peace of mind and love.
Released in September 1987 as the lead single from her second solo album, Heaven on Earth , "Heaven Is a Place on Earth" remains the signature anthem of Belinda Carlisle's career. The track famously reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 on December 5, 1987, and topped charts in the UK, Ireland, and several other countries. Creative Production The song describes love as a transcendent force
: The video uses whimsical and ethereal imagery, including children wearing black masks and capes while holding illuminated globes. The track famously reached No
: It features an appearance by Carlisle's husband, Morgan Mason . Meaning and Legacy : It features an appearance by Carlisle's husband,
: Portions of the video were filmed at Six Flags Magic Mountain in California, specifically on the now-defunct "Spin Out" ride.