As a child she was always singing. Edale, in Derbyshire, was the ideal place to nurture this natural ability, with an abundance of communal song. Having played the fiddle a small amount at school, Bella attended a Folkworks Youth Summer School in Durham age 13. Motivated by the number of young people playing folk music, she was inspired to begin working on folk fiddle. She also met many of her great friends and musical companions.
Some of these new friends arranged to meet up again, and on New Year's Day a year later The Pack was formed. Initially The Pack was a way for this group of people to get free tickets to festivals. The spirited performances and complex arrangements of the 12 piece band proved a resounding success, and they went on to play many of the scene's greatest stages, including Cambridge Folk Festival main stage in 2003. In 2002, the only Pack album 12 Little Devils was released, with fRoots calling it "... a genuine feel good album. Get yours now!".
Hardy released her debut solo album Night Visiting in 2007, to critical acclaim. Mojo gave her a 4* 'Brilliant' rating, fRoots wrote "Bella Hardy is more than a new generation folk revivalist... Her potential is massive", and Taplas Magazine noted "...her debut CD solo album is a piece of wondrous beauty and inventive incisiveness". In 2008 she was nominated for the Horizon Award at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. She was also nominated for Best Original Song the same year with Three Black Feathers, which Jim Moray went on to record on his 2008 album Low Culture.
Hardy released her second solo album In The Shadow of Mountains in 2009 at the Cambridge Folk Festival. Again it gained critical acclaim. English Dance and Song Magazine wrote "It's astounding and somewhat daunting to realise this is only Bella's second album... Surely no-one has any right to be writing songs with the sophistication of 'Sylvie Sovay', so early in their career..."
Silverlight
Bella Hardy Lyrics
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Bella Hardy & Joel Cadbury.
In your silverlight my heart’s alive
When lost in time I find your smile
Where you are, I’ll be
If you doubt me just remember
In your silverlight my heart’s alive
When lost in time I find your smile
You’re the moon, the tide, the raging storm
In my darkest hours you’re shining
And where you are, I’ll be
If you doubt me just remember
In your silverlight my heart’s alive
When lost in time I find your smile
The lyrics to "Silverlight" by Bella Hardy express a deep connection and devotion to someone who brings light and joy into the singer's life. The reference to "silverlight" suggests a wistful and ethereal quality – a soft and gentle illumination that fills the heart with warmth and happiness. This person is described as the source of life and hope, as their presence makes the singer feel alive even in the midst of darkness and uncertainty.
The lyrics also emphasize the singer's unwavering support and loyalty to this person. The repeated line "Where you are, I'll be" communicates a sense of commitment and dedication. It implies that the singer will always be by their side, ready to offer love and support.
Overall, "Silverlight" is a heartfelt expression of love and devotion, capturing the transformative power of a special connection that brings light and happiness in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
In your silverlight my heart’s alive
Your love brings me immense joy and happiness.
When lost in time I find your smile
When I feel lost or disconnected, your smile brings me solace and comfort.
Where you are, I’ll be
I will always be by your side, no matter where you are.
If you doubt me just remember
If you ever start doubting my love, just remember how devoted I am to you.
You’re the moon, the tide, the raging storm
You are like the celestial bodies and powerful forces of nature, affecting and shaping my life.
In my darkest hours you’re shining
Even in my darkest and most difficult moments, your presence brings light and hope.
In your silverlight my heart’s alive
Once again emphasizing how your love rejuvenates and fills my heart with joy.
When lost in time I find your smile
Reiterating that your smile is my source of comfort and guidance, especially when I feel lost.
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Written by: Bella Hardy, Joel Cadbury
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