New World
Björk/Massive Attack Lyrics
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Blueberries, dancers in line
Cobwebs, a bakery sign
Ooooh - a sweet clementine
Ooooh - dancers in line
Ooooh ...
I'm holding my breath
In wonder - I wonder
What happens next?
A new world, a new day to see
I'm softly walking on air
Halfway to heaven from here
Sunlight unfolds in my hair
Ooooh - I'm walking on air
Ooooh - to heaven from here
Ooooh ...
If living is seeing
I'm holding my breath
In wonder - I wonder
What happens next?
A new world, a new day to see
The lyrics to "New World" by Björk/Massive Attack evoke a sense of wonder and anticipation for what the future holds. The opening lines of the song use a series of seemingly unrelated images such as train-whistles, a sweet clementine, blueberries, dancers in line, cobwebs, and a bakery sign. These images don't have a clear connection but offer a glimpse into the sensory experience of the singer.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "If living is seeing, I'm holding my breath in wonder - I wonder what happens next." This line suggests that the singer is approaching life with an open mind and a sense of curiosity. They are not afraid of the unknown but instead embrace the endless possibilities that come with each new day.
The second verse of the song continues with this sense of anticipation. The singer is "softly walking on air," suggesting a feeling of weightlessness and freedom. They feel as though they are "halfway to heaven from here" and the "sunlight unfolds in my hair." These lines paint a picture of a person who is in a state of bliss and anticipation.
Overall, "New World" is a song that encourages listeners to embrace the unknown and approach life with a sense of wonder and curiosity. It's a celebration of the endless possibilities that await us each day.
Line by Line Meaning
Train-whistles, a sweet clementine
The sounds of train whistles mixed with the sweet aroma of clementines
Blueberries, dancers in line
The sight of blueberries and dancers synchronized in perfect harmony
Cobwebs, a bakery sign
The sight of cobwebs in contrast to the inviting sign of a bakery
If living is seeing
The idea that life is about experiencing and observing the world around us
I'm holding my breath
Being in awe and captivated by the beauty of life
In wonder - I wonder
Expressing a sense of childlike curiosity and amazement
What happens next?
Anticipating the unknown future and embracing the journey ahead
A new world, a new day to see
Each day is an opportunity to explore and discover a new world
I'm softly walking on air
The feeling of lightness and joy when surrounded by beauty
Halfway to heaven from here
Suggesting that the beauty of the world can inspire a sense of transcendence
Sunlight unfolds in my hair
The warmth and radiance of the sun shining on oneself
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Bj�rk Gudmundsdottir, Lars Von Trier, Sigurjon B Sigurdsson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lilly1189
Train-whistles, a sweet clementine
Blueberries, dancers in line
Cobwebs, a bakery sign
Ooooh - a sweet clementine
Ooooh - dancers in line
Ooooh ...
If living is seeing
I'm holding my breath
In wonder - I wonder
What happens next?
A new world, a new day to see
I'm softly walking on air
Halfway to heaven from here
Sunlight unfolds in my hair
Ooooh - I'm walking on air
Ooooh - to heaven from here
Ooooh ...
If living is seeing
I'm holding my breath
In wonder - I wonder
What happens next?
A new world, a new day to see
@reubenlouismusic
I just cried listening to the overture of this song, whoever arranged it, what an incredible piece of art you have produced!
@kirkchan7726
Vincent Mendoza arranged "Overture" : ) Bjork is an extremely accomplished string arranger tho (see "vulnicura strings") :)
@kirkchan7726
And it always makes me cry too, I think it's her most viscerally powerful work (overture)
@nashjacinto9473
yes!! same.. i still feel sad whenever i hear this song. the movie broke my heart.
@lilly1189
Train-whistles, a sweet clementine
Blueberries, dancers in line
Cobwebs, a bakery sign
Ooooh - a sweet clementine
Ooooh - dancers in line
Ooooh ...
If living is seeing
I'm holding my breath
In wonder - I wonder
What happens next?
A new world, a new day to see
I'm softly walking on air
Halfway to heaven from here
Sunlight unfolds in my hair
Ooooh - I'm walking on air
Ooooh - to heaven from here
Ooooh ...
If living is seeing
I'm holding my breath
In wonder - I wonder
What happens next?
A new world, a new day to see
@mullakhmetov
One of most epic. Thank you Bjork!
@MILOgirl1
This is the opening song played by the orchestra at Bjork's Vespertine concert in the Royal Opera House. I thought it sounded so great but I couldn't find out which song it was! thank you for uploading this <3
@BjorksMusic
+Adam Katana You're Most Welcome : ) It's a great song and her concert at the Royal Opera House is my favorite concert.
@pierrejeanes
It means you haven't seen her movie dancing in the dark????
@ollietaro
It's a shame New World is not on The Vespertine Tour DVD 😢