In 2012 Bo was invited to audition for the BBC talent show The Voice UK. In her blind audition Bo sang the David Guetta and Usher hit "Without You". Coaches will.i.am and Danny O'Donoghue turned round in a bid to add Bo to their teams. Bo opted to join Team Danny as she felt that she and Danny had the most in common.
In her first live show on 5 May 2012, Bo sang "Running Up That Hill" by Kate Bush. Bo received praise from all four coaches and was voted through to the next round of the competition with the viewers' vote. Bruce received the praise of the songwriter Kate Bush, who posted a message to Bo on Twitter, Facebook and katebush.com. In the statement Bush congratulated Bruce on her "fantastic performance". Bush also stated that she thought Bruce's performance was "really beautiful and moving" and also said that she "felt so proud of Bo".
Eventually making it to the final of the show on 2 June 2012, Bo sang three songs. The first was "Nothing Compares 2 U". After that she sang with her mentor Danny before Vince Kidd was announced as the act in fourth place. Bo went on to sing her favorite song of the series, "Charlie Brown" by Coldplay. Bo was announced as a runner up alongside Tyler James to winner Leanne Mitchell.
Her debut album, Before I Sleep, was released on 29th April 2013.
Speed the Fire
Bo Bruce Lyrics
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We're shouting at walls, we're holding on
This house is cold
It's not a home
Can we carry on in this way?
So we strike the match
When there's nothing else left to change
If we speed the fire
Watch it all burn down
Would it be enough?
To turn the ruins into something beautiful
Beautiful
Tell me when did it all go wrong?
I became the villain in your song
When the beauty's lost
And the lines are crossed
Never thought we'd end up this way
So we strike the match
And the flames will catch
When there's nothing else left to say
If we speed the fire
Watch it all burn down
Would it be enough?
To turn the ruins into something beautiful
Beautiful
If we speed the fire
Watch it all burn down
Turn the ruins into something beautiful
Beautiful
If we speed the fire
Watch it all burn down
Would it be enough?
To turn the ruins into something beautiful
Beautiful
Bo Bruce's song "Speed the Fire" speaks about struggling in a relationship where the passion and love that was once present between the couple has faded away - leading to a cold and empty house. The lyrics allude to the idea that sometimes, in order to move forward and progress, one must destroy what is left behind. The opening lines, "At the edge of the road and it won't be long, We're shouting at walls, we're holding on" show that the relationship has reached a breaking point and the couple is struggling to hold on.
The lyrics also speak to the idea of acceptance in letting go of the past and starting anew by using the metaphor of fire. "So we strike the match, And the flames will catch, When there's nothing else left to change." The couple has decided to light a fire to burn down the past, and "turn the ruins into something beautiful." The lyrics beautifully convey the message that sometimes, in order to move forward and grow, we need to let go of the past and embrace something new.
Overall, "Speed the Fire" is a song that speaks on the nature of relationships and the difficulties of letting go of the past. It is a song about accepting the loss of love and moving forward into something beautiful.
Line by Line Meaning
At the edge of the road and it won't be long
We are on the verge of a major change and it is inevitable.
We're shouting at walls, we're holding on
We are trying our hardest to maintain the status quo, even if it's not working.
This house is cold
Our relationship or situation is lacking warmth and comfort.
It's not a home
We are missing the emotional connection and sense of belonging that a home provides.
Can we carry on in this way?
We are unsure if we can continue living like this and need a change.
So we strike the match
We are ready to take action and make a big move.
And the flames will catch.
Our actions will have consequences and lead to a significant change.
When there's nothing else left to change
We have exhausted all other options and drastic measures are needed.
If we speed the fire
If we move quickly and make a bold decision.
Watch it all burn down
We are willing to risk losing everything.
Would it be enough?
We question if this drastic decision will be the solution to our problems.
To turn the ruins into something beautiful
We hope that by taking this risk, we can turn our current situation into something better.
Tell me when did it all go wrong?
We are reflecting on what led us to this point and trying to understand where we went astray.
I became the villain in your song
I am aware that I have played a negative role in this situation.
When the beauty's lost
When the beauty and positive aspects of our relationship or situation have disappeared.
And the lines are crossed
Boundaries have been broken and we are unsure how to proceed.
Never thought we'd end up this way
We did not anticipate this outcome and it is a surprise to us.
When there's nothing else left to say
When all options have been exhausted and we must take action.
Turn the ruins into something beautiful
We are determined to make the best of a bad situation and create positivity.
Beautiful
We strive for a positive outcome and beauty in the midst of chaos.
Contributed by Benjamin M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
ahmed abdullah
I have absolutely no idea how this song only has 4k views. It's an absolute gem, incredibly beautiful song.
BTSowNoURsOUlz uwu
Was this used in originals because I love it and It sounds like originals I can't put it in words how much I miss originals