Babel Fish entered the second pre-selection of Melodi grand prix 2011 january 22th in Florø.
Albums:
Babel Fish (Atlantic, 1998)
Coming Up for Air (Warner, 2002)
Come Closer - The Best of Babel Fish (Warner Music, september 2011)
Singles:
Mania (1997)
Light of Day (1998)
Turning the Blind Eye (1998)
Out of the Blue (1998)
Some Day Soon (2002)
Blah Blah Blah (2002)
Killing Time (2002)
Coming up for Air (2002)
Depend on Me (2011)
Come Closer (2011)
Coming Up For Air
Babel Fish Lyrics
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Once again, I dived in
Thought I was escaping
Leaving all I've ever had behind
For peace of mind
Held my breath for ages
Hid myself in cages
It's filled myheart
Now I'm coming up for air'
Cause the truth is not down there
I believe that someone cares
Enough to light a flare
Now I'm coming up for air
Once again I screwed up
Didn't grasp when to stop
Went to deep, too soon, but now
I knowWhere to go
Now I'm coming up for air'
Cause the truth is not down there
I believe that someone cares
Enough ro light a flare
Now I'm coming up for air
I see ships keep passing by
If I surface will they try
To come back for me
Eventually, will I be home and
dryNow I'm coming up for air'
Causethe truth is not down there
I believe that someone cares
Enough to light a flare
There's a lifesaver out
thereI'm relying on a prayer
I believe thatsomeone cares
Enough to light a flare
Now I'm coming up for air
The lyrics of Babel Fish's "Coming Up for Air" tell a story of someone who has been feeling trapped and confined, seeking an escape to find peace of mind. They metaphorically describe diving into the depths of the sea, leaving behind everything they know and love, but realizing that it has only brought darkness and heaviness to their heart. However, now they find the courage to come up for air, acknowledging that the truth they seek cannot be found in the depths they were exploring. They hold onto the belief that there is someone who cares enough to rescue them, someone who will light a flare to guide them back to safety and support. The lyrics touch on the theme of making mistakes and learning from them, as the singer recognizes they went too deep and too soon but have now found their way back and know where to go.
Overall, the song captures the emotions of feeling trapped, seeking an escape, and finding hope in the belief that there is someone who cares and can offer support. It portrays the journey from darkness to light, from confusion to clarity, and ultimately from isolation to a renewed sense of connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Once again, I dived in
Once again, I took a leap into the unknown
Thought I was escaping
Believed I was leaving my troubles behind
Leaving all I've ever had behind
Abandoning everything I hold dear
For peace of mind
In search of tranquility within my thoughts
Held my breath for ages
Endured a prolonged period of anticipation
Hid myself in cages
Imprisoned myself in my own fears and doubts
Never thought the sea could be this dark
Never anticipated the depths of despair I would encounter
It's filled my heart
It has overwhelmed my emotions
Now I'm coming up for air'
Now I am resurfacing to find clarity
Cause the truth is not down there
Because the answers I seek cannot be found below
I believe that someone cares
I have faith that there is someone who cares
Enough to light a flare
Sufficiently concerned to provide guidance
Now I'm coming up for air
Now I am emerging to find a sense of relief
Once again I screwed up
Once again I made a grave mistake
Didn't grasp when to stop
Failed to realize the point at which I should have paused
Went too deep, too soon, but now
Dove into the depths prematurely, yet now I comprehend
I know where to go
I am aware of the path I must tread
I see ships keep passing by
I observe vessels continuously passing near me
If I surface will they try
If I emerge, will they make an effort
To come back for me
To return and rescue me
Eventually, will I be home and dry
Eventually, will I find safety and security
There's a lifesaver out there
There is someone or something that can save me
I'm relying on a prayer
I place my trust in a prayer for support
I believe that someone cares
I have faith that someone genuinely cares
Enough to light a flare
Sufficiently concerned to send a signal for help
Now I'm coming up for air
Now I am resurfacing to find solace and relief
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JORGE MARIJUAN
Muy simpático el vídeo. La música me sigue transmitiendo años después!