Released in 1984, "Heaven" entered the UK Singles Chart in April 1984, peaked at number 29, and spent five weeks in the chart.[1]
The song reached number 41 in New Zealand.[2] British filmmaker Tim Pope directed the song's official music video.[3]
AllMusic critic Bill Janovitz called it a "gorgeous pop song", and praised Richard Butler for being "remarkably expressive in his phrasing and in his extraordinary voice".[4]
Janovitz credited producerKeith Forsey for striking a balance of pop music and punk rock influences on the track.[4]