Marc co-wrote the popular worship song "God of Wonders" featured on the collaborative album which he co-produced, City on a Hill: Songs of Worship and Praise.[1] In addition, Marc has also co-produced other City on a Hill series projects (City on a Hill: Sing Alleluia and City on a Hill: The Gathering), as well as Our God of Wonders (a project by the producers of the City on a Hill series) and two albums by SONICFLOOd. He has worked with numerous artists, contributing guitar, vocals, and songwriting.
Byrd writes & records as one-half of Hammock, a collaboration with long-time collaborator Andrew Thompson (also of Common Children). Hammock released Raising Your Voice...Trying To Stop An Echo through Darla Records in the fall of 2006.
Wishing Well
Common Children Lyrics
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Let's spend a little time away
We're learning, we're turning, we're burning our hands
Playing in the fire today
But please don't listen
To the lies inside this place
When the monster rears its head out
When the sky is torn, the feelings are reborn
Like the passing rain, this moment will fade away
And so I try to find my water all by myself
It's so dry
I won't stop to cry
Indecision is killing, you're wishing, you're dreaming
You're measly life away
Time is out, time is gone, time is in
Time has come and flown away
But please don't listen
To the lies inside this place
When the monster sticks its head out
Just turn and slap its face
When the sky is torn, the feelings are reborn
Like the passing rain, this moment will fade away
And so I try to find my water all by myself
It's so dry
I'm drinking from this wishing well
I'm fleeing from this frozen cell
And I think about the people I've hurt in my life
I think about the people I've hurt in my life
Forgive me for the people I've hurt in my life
Forgive me for the people I hurt
When the sky is torn, the feelings are reborn
Like the passing rain, this moment will fade away
And cannot find my water all by myself
So I wander
And I wander and wander and wander
All by myself
The lyrics of "Wishing Well" by Common Children tell a story of a child, or possibly a young adult, who is discovering life and all its complexities. The song starts with an innocent call for a friend, but quickly turns into a cautionary tale about the dangers of the world. The first stanza speaks to the youth and exuberance of the singer and the second warns against listening to the negative voices that can pull you down. The third stanza speaks to the fleeting nature of life and the difficulty of finding your way in a barren wasteland. The singer acknowledges their own flaws and asks for forgiveness for the harm they may have caused others.
Line by Line Meaning
Red Rover, come over, pick clovers
Let's take a break from our daily life and enjoy picking clovers together
Let's spend a little time away
Let's take a break and spend some time enjoying each other's company
We're learning, we're turning, we're burning our hands
We're exploring and experimenting with the world around us, even if it means we might get hurt
Playing in the fire today
We're taking risks and experiencing new sensations by playing with fire
But please don't listen to the lies inside this place
Don't let negative thoughts and emotions consume you
When the monster rears its head out, just turn and see your face
When you feel overwhelmed, take a moment to reflect on yourself and regain control
When the sky is torn, the feelings are reborn
When things seem chaotic, it's an opportunity for growth and renewal
Like the passing rain, this moment will fade away
Everything is temporary and will pass in due time
And so I try to find my water all by myself, it's so dry
I'm searching for something that I need, but it's proving difficult to find
I won't stop to cry
I won't let my struggles bring me down
Indecision is killing, you're wishing, you're dreaming
Being indecisive can be detrimental and prevent you from achieving your goals
You're measly life away
You're wasting your life by not taking action or making clear decisions
Time is out, time is gone, time is in, time has come and flown away
Time is intangible and fleeting, and we must make the most of it
When the monster sticks its head out, just turn and slap its face
Confront your fears and challenges head-on
I'm drinking from this wishing well
I'm hoping to find what I'm looking for by making a wish
I'm fleeing from this frozen cell
I'm trying to escape a stuck, unproductive situation
And I think about the people I've hurt in my life
I reflect on past mistakes and the people I may have wronged
Forgive me for the people I've hurt in my life
I seek forgiveness for my past actions
And cannot find my water all by myself, so I wander
I'm struggling to find what I need and feel lost
And I wander and wander and wander, all by myself
I continue on my search, even if it means doing so alone
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Written by: ESTHER NAVARRO
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