There are more than one artist named Edwin.

Edwin refers to the orig… Read Full Bio ↴There are more than one artist named Edwin.

Edwin refers to the original the lead singer for EMI-signed Canadian Rock recording artist I Mother Earth. He went solo and recorded the SONY 1999 album "Another Spin Around The Sun" which featured four strong singles, including the radio hit "Alive". Columbia released his solo debut in the USA in 2000.

Edwin was the guest lead vocalist on a special solo project called Victor that was assembled by Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson. Edwin would later form Edwin & The Pressure.

Edwin is currently fronting the band Crash Karma and touring in support of its self titled debut alongside guitarist Mike Turner (ex-Our Lady Peace), bassist Amir Epstein (ex-Zygote), and drummer Jeff Burrows (ex-The Tea Party).

High
Edwin Lyrics

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When did you decide to take away all her pride now
Who gave you the right to say how high she can fly now
She's ready to fly now
She's ready to fly now
High, she's getting high

Somehow you think someone died and made you king
You know boys they love to tear off butterfly wings

She's getting high now
She's ready to fly now

High, ya she's getting high
High, you know she's ready to fly
So kiss her goodbye now

You drive, unwind, and slide into the zone in your mind
Babe, baby blue you're caught behind the things that you do
She's getting high

High, yeah she's getting high
You know she's ready to fly
So kiss her goodbye (kiss her goodbye)

She's getting high
Getting high

You know she's ready to fly
So kiss her goodbye now (you know we ain't alone)

Overall Meaning

In the song "High" by Edwin, the lyrics speak to the unfair and oppressive nature of someone trying to control and limit another person's potential. The opening lines ask the question of when a decision was made to take away someone's pride, indicating that there was an intentional effort to damage a person's self-esteem and limit their abilities. The second line is a direct challenge to the person who presumed to have the authority to limit the other person's potential by asking them who gave them the right to decide how high she can fly. The repetition of "she's ready to fly" reinforces that the person in question is ready to soar above any limitations.

The lyrics continue by addressing the arrogance of the oppressor, suggesting that they believe that they are a king who has ultimate power over others. The line about boys tearing off butterfly wings suggests a cruel sport of taking pleasure in causing harm. As the song progresses, the focus shifts back to the woman who is ready to fly and get high, both literally and figuratively. The lyrics reinforce that she's ready to take off and soar to new heights but needs to leave behind the stifling influence of the oppressor.

Overall, the song is a powerful call to resist the efforts of others to control and confine us, especially in relation to our potential. It speaks to the need to reject those who attempt to hold us back and instead embrace our potential to soar high.

Line by Line Meaning

When did you decide to take away all her pride now
At what point did you make the decision to strip her of her confidence and self-respect?

Who gave you the right to say how high she can fly now
What authority do you possess to dictate how far she can go in life?

She's ready to fly now
She has prepared herself to take off and soar in life.

High, she's getting high
She is reaching new heights in life.

Somehow you think someone died and made you king
You seem to believe that you are entitled to reign over others' lives.

You know boys they love to tear off butterfly wings
You are aware that some people take pleasure in destroying others' beauty and potential.

She's getting high now
She is continuing to ascend higher in life.

High, ya she's getting high
She is constantly elevating herself and reaching her potential.

High, you know she's ready to fly
She is capable and eager to launch herself into new opportunities.

So kiss her goodbye now
You must bid farewell to her as she embarks on her journey without you.

You drive, unwind, and slide into the zone in your mind
You relax and forget your troubles as you delve into your own thoughts.

Babe, baby blue you're caught behind the things that you do
You are trapped by the consequences of your actions and the mistakes you have made.

She's getting high
She continues to climb up the ladder of success.

High, yeah she's getting high
She is making steady progress and attaining her goals.

You know she's ready to fly
She has equipped herself with the skills and knowledge required to soar above the rest.

So kiss her goodbye (kiss her goodbye)
You must let her go and allow her to pursue her dreams on her own.

She's getting high
She is ascending higher in her personal and professional life.

Getting high
She is rising to new heights and achieving greater goals.

You know she's ready to fly
She has the potential to achieve anything she sets her mind to.

So kiss her goodbye now (you know we ain't alone)
Bid farewell to her, but be reassured that she will find others who support and encourage her journey.

Contributed by Mason D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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