The current members are: Charles "Chuck" Daellenbach (tuba), Eugene "Gene" Watts (trombone), Bernhard Scully (horn), and the "Trumpet Dream Team" to fill the two trumpet positions on rotating basis. Dream Team members are: Ryan Anthony, Brandon Ridenour, Jeroen Berwaerts, along with previous members Josef Burgstaller, Ronald Romm and Stuart Laughton.
Past members include: Stuart Laughton (1970–1971, 2003–2005), Josef Burgstaller (2001–present), Jeff Nelsen (2000–2004), Ryan Anthony (2000–2003), Frederick Mills (1972–1996), Ronald Romm (1971–2000), David Ohanian (1986–1998), Martin Hackleman (1983–1986), Jens Lindemann (1996–2001), Christopher Cooper (1998–2000) and Graeme Page (1970–1983).
Blackbird
Canadian Brass Lyrics
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Take these broken wings and learn to fly
All your life
You were only waiting for this moment to arise
Black bird singing in the dead of night
Take these sunken eyes and learn to see
All your life
Blackbird fly, blackbird fly
Into the light of the dark black night.
Blackbird fly, blackbird fly
Into the light of the dark black night.
Blackbird singing in the dead of night
Take these broken wings and learn to fly
All your life
You were only waiting for this moment to arise,
You were only waiting for this moment to arise,
You were only waiting for this moment to arise
The lyrics of Canadian Brass's song Blackbird seem to be about taking control of one's destiny and finding the strength and courage to rise above past struggles. The blackbird, singing in the dead of night, represents the hope and possibility of a new beginning. The metaphor of the broken wings seems to refer to previous hardships that have left the singer feeling powerless, but now they are urging themselves to learn to fly once again. The second verse suggests that the blackbird's sunken eyes could represent a lack of hope or clarity in the past, but now they are seeking to see clearly and be free.
The chorus is especially powerful, as it emphasizes the idea of breaking free from the darkness and flying towards the light. It's a common theme in many songs and poems, but the simplicity of this one gives it a feeling of universality. The final repetition of "You were only waiting for this moment to arise" seems to be a call to action for the listener to take control of their life and make the most of every opportunity.
Overall, Blackbird is a hopeful and motivating song that encourages the listener to rise above past struggles and live the life they were meant to live.
Line by Line Meaning
Blackbird singing in the dead of night
The dark and silent surrounding atmosphere is being filled with the sound of a blackbird singing
Take these broken wings and learn to fly
Use your current condition of weakness and learn how to rise above your challenges
All your life
Throughout the entirety of your existence
You were only waiting for this moment to arise
You were only anticipating for the perfect occasion to reveal itself and for you to seize it
Black bird singing in the dead of night
The dark and quiet environment is being interrupted by the vocalization of a blackbird
Take these sunken eyes and learn to see
Use your current circumstance of blindness or ignorance and discover the truth around you
All your life
Throughout the entirety of your lifespan
You were only waiting for this moment to be free
You were eagerly expecting the perfect timing to liberate yourself from any form of oppression
Blackbird fly, blackbird fly
Blackbird, take flight and soar through the skies
Into the light of the dark black night.
Navigate through the darkness and reach towards the light that awaits you
All your life
Throughout every moment of your existence
You were only waiting for this moment to arise
You were only eager for the optimal moment to reveal itself and you rise to the challenge
You were only waiting for this moment to arise,
It was only this perfect moment that you were awaiting
You were only waiting for this moment to arise
Your longing and yearning were towards this very moment of emergence and transformation
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Tratore
Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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