Your Soul
B. King Lyrics


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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

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 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

Overall Meaning

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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