Candlefuses guitar-driven, yet melodic rock appeals to a largely diverse audience, and their high-energy live show has attracted a following of all ages. They have performed live on such television stations as INSP and Steelroots TV. They've also been featured in the Christian music magazine, Christrock, and have shared the stage with such notable acts as Kutless, Disciple, BarlowGirl, Salvador, and many others.
Candlefuse worked with Dove-award winning producer Barry Blair (Audio Adrenaline, Bleach) on their self-titled EP which was released in early 2005. Their latest release Never Go Unheard is set to hit the shelves in the spring of 2006. Produced by Blair, and mixed by Skidd Mills (Third Day, Sister Hazel) and two-time Dove Award winner Plink Giglio, Never Go Unheard features ten beautifully-crafted tracks that speak of eternal truths relevant for today.
Carousel
Candlefuse Lyrics
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Never moving from the place we're in
We can't walk a mile in another's shoes
For fear of what we have to lose
They need love
We are spinning around on a carousel
Watching the world pass by
Never taking our chance to fly
Can we step away from the pews within
Outside the walls of tradition
They're starving for a life to live
We can show them life with the love we give
Love isn't love unless we give it away
Give it away today
Love isn't love unless we live it that way
Live it that way
The lyrics of Candlefuse's song Carousel reach out to people urging them to step out of their comfort zones and to be more empathetic. The first stanza speaks about how people often refuse to acknowledge or empathize with another's pain or emotion. They prefer to turn a blind eye or an ignorant ear just because they are too comfortable in their own skin. They hesitate to step into another's shoes and feel their pain. The fear of losing what they have keeps them from understanding and comforting others who might be in need of love.
The chorus, on the other hand, emphasizes the message of stepping out of one's comfort zone and trying something new with life. It speaks of how people lose track of time, and as they get more unfocused and unproductive, they watch their lives pass by from a distance. The carousel metaphorically implies that we should be doing something with the time we have instead of wasting it away by living another day without taking a step towards our destiny.
The second stanza urges people to step out of traditional beliefs and laws and see the world with an open mind. It talks about how there are people who are starving for moments that bring life to their existence. They need someone to show them the path towards living an authentic life. The final message of the song is explicit; love has no value if it isn't given away, so one should make it a point to live an empathetic and loving existence.
Line by Line Meaning
We're too comfortable in our own skin
We are too at ease with who we are, and are not willing to step out of our comfort zone.
Never moving from the place we're in
We are complacent and do not seek to make progress or seek new experiences.
We can't walk a mile in another's shoes
We lack the empathy and understanding to put ourselves in someone else's position and understand their perspective.
For fear of what we have to lose
We are afraid of the consequences of embracing perspectives or experiences different from our own.
They need love
Others require love and support that we may be withholding from them.
We are spinning around on a carousel
We are going through the motions of life without truly living, experiencing, or growing.
Watching the world pass by
We are idle spectators of our own lives, and of events happening around us.
We are wasting our time and we're wasting our lives
We are not making good or productive use of our existence, spending it in ways that do not enrich or enhance our existence.
Never taking our chance to fly
We are not taking the opportunities that exist to grow, experience new things, or pursue our dreams.
Can we step away from the pews within
Can we break free from the confines of societal or cultural expectations that limit our growth and experiences?
Outside the walls of tradition
Beyond the constraints of conventional practices or beliefs.
They're starving for a life to live
Others are struggling to find a sense of meaning, purpose, or enjoyment in their lives.
We can show them life with the love we give
We have the capacity to provide others with guidance, support, and love that can help unlock the fullness of life.
Love isn't love unless we give it away
Love is not a finite resource, but one that must be shared in order for it to blossom and grow.
Give it away today
Share your love with others in the present moment.
Love isn't love unless we live it that way
Love can only stay alive in us when we put effort to show it in our actions and lives.
Live it that way
Incorporate love into your everyday life and actions.
Contributed by Jordyn S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.