New World
Bjork 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
Björk’s New World is a song about experiencing the beauty of life with a sense of awe and wonder. The first stanza sets the scene with train-whistles, sweet clementines, blueberries, dancers in line, cobwebs and a bakery sign. These are all sensory moments of the moment, not necessarily transcendent ones. Yet, the singer recognizes the value in simply paying attention to these everyday occurrences, as they can often bring about a sense of joy and enchantment.
The second stanza continues the theme of wonder, as the singer reflects on the nature of living as a constant state of intrigue and surprise. She holds her breath in a state of expectancy, wondering what will happen next. In this state, she is open to the possibility of a new world, a new day to see. The final stanza focuses on the singer as she floats on air, feeling as though she is halfway to heaven. The sunlight is playing with her hair, and she is once again overcome with a sense of wonder.
New World is a song about mindfulness, about paying attention to the present moment and finding magic in the mundane. The song speaks to the power of living with a sense of curiosity, and of how an open heart and mind can lead to new experiences and worlds.
Line by Line Meaning
Train-whistles, a sweet clementine
The sound of train-whistles mixed with the sweet aroma of clementines.
Blueberries, dancers in line
Looking at the beautiful sight of blueberries while watching dancers dance in unison.
Cobwebs, a bakery sign
Seeing cobwebs on the way to the bakery, noticing its rustic appearance.
Ooooh - a sweet clementine
Gazing at the delectable sweetness of the clementine.
Ooooh - dancers in line
Taking in the mesmerizing beauty of the synchronized dancers.
Ooooh ...
A feeling of amazement and excitement.
If living is seeing
If life is all about seeing and experiencing things.
I'm holding my breath
I feel a sense of awe and wonder.
In wonder - I wonder
Feeling both astonished and curious.
What happens next?
What new and exciting things will life bring me next?
A new world, a new day to see
Every day brings new experiences and opportunities to discover what the world has to offer.
I'm softly walking on air
I feel light and carefree, like I am walking on clouds.
Halfway to heaven from here
I feel like I am on the path to a higher, more fulfilling existence.
Sunlight unfolds in my hair
The sunlight gives a warm and radiant glow to my hair.
Ooooh - I'm walking on air
I feel like I am floating and filled with joy.
Ooooh - to heaven from here
I feel like I am on the right path to a more spiritual existence.
Ooooh ...
A sense of delight and wonderment.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Bj�rk Gudmundsdottir, Lars Von Trier, Sigurjon B Sigurdsson
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Sanzhi
Train whistles 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
Yep, it's a mess...
"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.."
Mackie Lunkey
I love how it sounds like a requiem, but also like a victory song.
Renata Szabados
Absolutely. I don’t know how to react
Katji Romero
My daughter died the same year this movie came out. I sing it to her every year on her anniversary. She was a year old and I hope her departure was as beautiful as this song. I hope I'll see her again.
frere jacques
You will.
britbloc123
@frere jacques Prove it.
Sir_Egg
I couldn't finish it 🙄
CHRISTOPHER LADKA
@frere jacques Amen. God bless you and your daughter, Katji.
actinid14
The final scene was so well played, I cried like a baby watching it
And when Cathy came to give her the glasses it was awesome, she seemed appeased at once and when she began singing...
I'll probably never watch it again because of how much it broke me but I'll definetly never forget it !
Car Star
Amo a esta mujer tiene una voz poderosa e única, para mí es hasta ahora la mejor voz tan profunda y cargada de sentimientos, tuve la suerte de verla ya dos veces en concierto y fue único, una genio musical tan genuinamente única, innovadora, cada álbum es especial no hay ni abra una artista como ella, simplemente la mejor ......
Saša Milić
This woman has cured my soul aches on so many occasions. Eternally grateful ❤️