He performed with several bands, most notably Allies, before launching his solo career.
He is best known for his hit song "Butterfly Kisses", a favorite for father-daughter dances at weddings, which appeared on his third solo album. That album, originally titled Shades of Grace, was later re-released as Butterfly Kisses (Shades of Grace) because of the success of the single. He co-wrote this song with former Allies partner Randy Thomas and for this they together won the 1997 Grammy Award for Best Country Song. Butterfly Kisses has also won a Dove Award for Song of the Year.
Bob Carlisle and Randy Thomas also wrote the 1989 Dolly Parton #1 hit song "Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That?
Bob Carlisle also played the french horn as part of the Octavarium Orchestra with the progressive metal group Dream Theater.
Mozart
Bob Carlisle Lyrics
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So peaceful birds and the sheep,
Quiet are meadow and trees,
Even the buzz of the bees.
The silvery moon beams so bright,
Down through the window give light.
O'er you the moon beams will creep,
Sleep little one go to sleep.
The lyrics of Bob Carlisle's song "Mozart's Lullaby" evoke a peaceful and calming ambiance for a young child to drift off into a restful sleep. The opening line, "Sleep, little one, go to sleep," sets the tone for the entire song. The poem tells a story of a serene and tranquil night where even the buzz of the bees is not heard. The tranquility of the setting is also demonstrated through the use of phrases like "So peaceful birds," "Quiet are meadow and trees" and "The silvery moon beams so bright."
The lyrics continue to paint an image of the moon shining brightly through a window, creating a perfect environment for sleep. The final line of the song, "Good night, good night," brings the soothing melody to an end. The lyrics perfectly capture the essence of a lullaby with its gentle and calming words, making it an ideal choice for parents to sing to their children when they need to be lulled to sleep.
Line by Line Meaning
Sleep, little one, go to sleep,
Close your eyes and drift off into a peaceful slumber, my little one.
So peaceful birds and the sheep,
The birds and sheep have already settled for the night and are asleep, adding to the peaceful atmosphere.
Quiet are meadow and trees,
The meadow and trees are quiet, creating a peaceful and tranquil environment to encourage sleep.
Even the buzz of the bees.
Even the buzzing of the bees, which can be a distraction, has ceased, allowing for a quiet and peaceful mood.
The silvery moon beams so bright,
The bright moonlight shining through the window creates a serene and calming ambiance.
Down through the window give light.
The moonlight shines down through the window, casting a gentle light upon the room.
O'er you the moon beams will creep,
The moonlight will gradually move over you as the moon rises higher in the sky.
Sleep little one go to sleep.
Close your eyes and allow yourself to fall into a restful sleep.
Good night, good night.
Wishing you a pleasant and restful night's sleep.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GEOFFREY BECK, RANDY HOPE TAYLOR, ANDY WRIGHT, Andrew Wright, Jeff Beck, Randy Taylor
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