Born in London to a Greek father and Scottish-French mother, Murdoch was raised in Greece (just outside of Athens) until he was ten and then moved to Scotland with his family. He attended university in the United States (in North Carolina). He currently lives between New York and a small house on the remote west coast of Scotland where he spends his days writing and working on a small wooden sailing boat.
Murdoch's early recordings were self-released on his own Zero Summer Records. Four Songs (2002) was a four song EP released on the site CD Baby where it was, for a time, the site's all-time number-one selling record. Time Without Consequence, a traditional eleven song record, was released in 2006. It was one of the most licensed albums of the decade, receiving placements on dozens of films and television shows. A number of new songs are previewed in the 2009 movie Away We Go, a film created by director Sam Mendes and written by husband-and-wife team of Dave Eggers and Vendela Vida. The soundtrack featured nine of his songs in total..
Murdoch released his third recording, Towards the Sun (2009), exclusively through his website as a limited edition CD in a hand-numbered sleeve. The album was officially released on March 8th 2011.
In June 2012, Murdoch's song "All My Days" was used to promote the BBC's advert campaign for the following Summer's BBC iPlayer features. In September and October 2012, "All My Days" was featured in the U.S. in a television commercial for Sprint wireless.
Blue Mind
Alexi Murdoch Lyrics
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Got no mind
For the line
In my life
No time to think
Time for sleep now
Time to sink way into the blue, dear
Got no mind
For the line
In this life
No time to think
Time for sleep now
Time to sink way into the blue, dear
So watch your time
Time descends
Let it spill quietly
From your hands
Oh, and the time is at hand
When all things under the sky
Go free of time
Time is passing you by
Got no time
And I am drifting
Yes, I am drifting
Remember when you were only a child
Remember when you were only a child
Remember when you were only a child
Start to see with your blue mind
Start to see with your blue mind
Don't be afraid of what you find
No, don't be afraid of what you find
(Don't stop your heart)
'Cause I am drifting
Yes, I am drifting
Slowly, slowly I am drifting
Slowly, slowly I am drifting
Yes, slowly, slowly I am drifting
The lyrics of Blue Mind by Alexi Murdoch reflect a state of exhaustion and detachment from the daily routines and distractions of life. The repetition of "got no time, got no mind" from the beginning suggests a lack of interest and energy to engage with anything in life. The line "no time to think, time for sleep now" is an indication of the desire to escape the mundane and seek solace in sleep. The concept of sinking into the blue is a metaphorical representation of falling into a tranquil and serene state of mind, where there is no room for worries and responsibilities.
The second verse further emphasizes the notion of losing track of time and being carried away by the flow of life. The line "when all things under the sky go free of time" alludes to the impermanence of life and the futility of trying to hold on to anything forever. The chorus "remember when you were only a child, start to see with your blue mind" is a call to reawaken the sense of curiosity and wonderment that we used to have as children. Seeing with a "blue mind" means looking at the world with a sense of calmness and clarity, and not being afraid of what we might find. The repetition of "slowly, slowly I am drifting" at the end echoes the idea of letting go and drifting aimlessly.
Line by Line Meaning
Got no time
I do not have any time available to think.
Got no mind
I do not have a clear or focused mind.
For the line
I cannot stay attached to one thing for too long.
In my life
This is a statement about my current life situation.
No time to think
I am too busy to stop and contemplate things.
Time for sleep now
It is time for me to rest now.
Time to sink way into the blue, dear
I am going to relax and let myself drift into a peaceful state of mind.
So watch your time
Be mindful of your time and use it wisely.
Time descends
Time passes quickly and without warning.
Let it spill quietly
Do not get too caught up in the passing of time.
From your hands
Time is something that you cannot control.
Oh, and the time is at hand
The moment is now, do not waste it.
When all things under the sky
This is a moment that affects everything in existence.
Go free of time
Time is a limitation that we must learn to let go of.
Time is passing you by
You need to start taking control of your time.
And I am drifting
I am losing focus and allowing myself to escape.
Remember when you were only a child
Remember a time when you had a simpler view on life.
Start to see with your blue mind
Try to view life with a more peaceful and calm perspective.
Don't be afraid of what you find
Do not be afraid of what you uncover while exploring this new perspective.
(Don't stop your heart)
Do not let negative emotions overwhelm you and stop you from exploring.
'Cause I am drifting
This is a reminder that the singer is still losing focus and drifting away.
Slowly, slowly I am drifting
The singer is drifting away at a slow pace.
Yes, slowly, slowly I am drifting
This is a repeated statement about the singer's current position.
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Got no time
Got no mind
For the line
In my life
No time to think
Time for sleep now
Time to sink way into the blue, dear
Got no time
Got no mind
For the line
In this life
No time to think
Time for sleep now
Time to sink way into the blue, dear
So watch your time
Time descends
Let it spill quietly
From your hands
Oh, and the time is at hand
When all things under the sky
Go free of time
Time is passing you by
Got no time
And I am drifting
Yes, I am drifting
Remember when you were only a child
Remember when you were only a child
Remember when you were only a child
Start to see with your blue mind
Start to see with your blue mind
Don't be afraid of what you find
No, don't be afraid of what you find
(Don't stop your heart)
Cause I am drifting
Yes, I am drifting
Slowly, slowly I am drifting
Slowly, slowly I am drifting
Yes, slowly, slowly I am drifting
@quinnis64
There once is a paradise blue
within One bright spectral blue view, for love ever after all blue, here is blue's story made You
Before the first dawning in time, arouses each moment of mind
Whatever that dawning does find, shall always be blue by design
That dawning makes morning its place, for those who awake to blue space
Adorning that dawning blue face, with blue skin so- colored by grace
For each whose blue mind comes to see, that first night as blue as can be
Sleep-drifting in blue reverie
Shall dream and dream blue is made Me
@joeraboine5154
Our lives are but a whisper in eternity. There is only one truth - love. Love yourself, your family, your neighbors. No exceptions. Above all love the one who created it all. Itâs what this whole experience is about. Simple really. Thank you Alexi for this beautiful reminder â€ïž
@KurdtKobain_67
I came here from Dawsonâs creek, i find a lot of good songs from that show and Iâm so glad Iâve found this song :)
@rebecadaiana2357
me too
@lenakozowicz171
same :)
@olegtschurnow626
Oh yeah
@welpiguess
i've know Murdoch for a little while now but the choice of songs on Dawsons Creek was legendary, by far my favorite show of all time
@CrashBandiscoot
Came here from the Netflix movie âThis is Where I Leave Youâ. Silly movie but this song hit me
@epipd5712
So happy i found this musician. I found him on Radio Paradise and fell in love with his incredible voice. i will certainly look for the music he has out. What a gift he has..Wow
@richardredvers1
Totally in love with music again.Happens when I find music like this.Superb.
@ericbauer4897
It is nice to find rare gems like this. Great song.