Your Soul
B. King Lyrics
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I'm not your only friend
But I'm a little glowing friend
But really I'm not actually your friend
But I am
Blue canary in the outlet by the light switch
Who watches over you?
Not to put too fine a point on it
Say I'm the only bee in your bonnet
Make a little birdhouse in your soul
I have a secret to tell
From my electrical well
It's a simple message and I'm leaving out the whistles and bells
So the room must listen to me
Filibuster vigilantly
My name is blue canary, one note spelled L-I-T-E
My story's infinite
Like the Longines Symphonette, it doesn't rest
Blue canary in the outlet by the light switch
Who watches over you?
Make a little birdhouse in your soul
Not to put too fine a point on it
Say I'm the only bee in your bonnet
Make a little birdhouse in your soul
I'm your only friend
I'm not your only friend
But I'm a little glowing friend
But really I'm not actually your friend
But I am
There's a picture opposite me
Of my primitive ancestry
Which stood on rocky shores and kept the beaches shipwreck free
Though I respect that a lot
I'd be fired if that were my job
After killing Jason off and countless screaming Argonauts
Bluebird of friendliness
Like guardian angels it's always near
Blue canary in the outlet by the light switch
Who watches over you?
Make a little birdhouse in your soul
Not to put too fine a point on it
Say I'm the only bee in your bonnet
Make a little birdhouse in your soul
While you're at it
Keep the nightlight on inside
The birdhouse in your soul
Not to put too fine a point on it
Say I'm the only bee in your bonnet
Make a little birdhouse in your soul
Blue canary in the outlet by the light switch (and while you're at it)
Who watches over you? (keep the nightlight on inside the)
Make a little birdhouse in your soul (birdhouse in your soul)
Not to put too fine a point on it
Say I'm the only bee in your bonnet
Make a little birdhouse in your soul
Blue canary in the outlet by the light switch (and while you're at it)
Who watches over you? (keep the nightlight on inside the)
Make a little birdhouse in your soul (birdhouse in your soul)
Not to put too fine a point on it
Say I'm the only bee in your bonnet
Make a little birdhouse in your soul
This song is a playful yet meaningful tune that tells the story of a little "glowing" friend, the Blue Canary, who watches over the singer and encourages them to make a little birdhouse in their soul. The Blue Canary is not actually the singer's friend, but the singer acknowledges that the Blue Canary is there for them and serves as a guardian angel of sorts. The lyrics urge listeners to find a way to nurture their own souls and to keep the light on inside themselves to ward off darkness.
The song is full of whimsical imagery, from the Blue Canary watching over the singer from the outlet by the light switch to the picture of the singer's "primitive ancestry" hanging on the wall. The message of the song is lighthearted but also profound, reminding listeners to take care of themselves and find positivity even in the darkest of times.
Overall, "Your Soul" is a clever and catchy song that entertains while also providing a meaningful message about self-care and resilience.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm your only friend
I'm here for you when no one else is
I'm not your only friend
You have other people you can count on besides me
But I'm a little glowing friend
I may not be much, but I'll always be there for you
But really I'm not actually your friend
I'm not a person, but rather a comforting presence
But I am
I'm always here for you
Blue canary in the outlet by the light switch
I'm like a blue canary in a coal mine, serving as a warning of danger
Who watches over you?
Who makes sure you're okay and safe?
Make a little birdhouse in your soul
Create a place of warmth and comfort for yourself
Not to put too fine a point on it
Not to be too specific, but
Say I'm the only bee in your bonnet
I'm the one thing that comforts you and gives you peace
I have a secret to tell
I have something important to share
From my electrical well
From deep within me, from my soul
It's a simple message and I'm leaving out the whistles and bells
It's a straightforward message, without any unnecessary extras
So the room must listen to me
Everyone needs to hear what I have to say
Filibuster vigilantly
I'll keep talking until my message is heard
My name is blue canary, one note spelled L-I-T-E
I'm a beacon of light and hope
My story's infinite
My message is timeless and never-ending
Like the Longines Symphonette, it doesn't rest
Like a musical group that never stops playing, my message is always there
There's a picture opposite me
I see a picture that reminds me of my past
Of my primitive ancestry
Of my ancestors who were strong and resilient
Which stood on rocky shores and kept the beaches shipwreck free
They protected their land and kept their community safe
Though I respect that a lot
I admire their strength and courage
I'd be fired if that were my job
But if that was my responsibility, I wouldn't be up to the task
After killing Jason off and countless screaming Argonauts
After facing many challenges and obstacles
Bluebird of friendliness
I'm here to offer comfort and support
Like guardian angels it's always near
Like a guardian angel, I'm always watching over and protecting you
While you're at it
As long as you're doing that
Keep the nightlight on inside
Make sure you're taking care of yourself, even when things are dark
The birdhouse in your soul
The place of comfort and warmth that you've created for yourself
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: John C. Flansburgh, John S. Linnell
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