In 2007, using the name “Elizaveta” she released the EP “Breakfast with Chopin”. In late 2007 she released a digital EP ‘Like Water’. The title track has since been featured in the major motion picture ‘The House Bunny’. She is currently residing in Los Angeles, often performs at the Hotel Cafe and is preparing for the release of her first full-length album.
Orion
Elizaveta Lyrics
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To what I couldn't say
I see it in your tension
I let it slip away.
I know I never told you
I should have done it then
I could have tried to hold you
Instead I turned and ran.
Did you know that I was dying
Did you know that I was waiting for my ride?
The constellation of Orion
So bright that night
Did you know that I was fading
Maybe I was hanging on to find
You'd be there to save me
If I ever fell behind
I know it doesn't matter
'Cause I'll be leaving soon
I'll try and send you letters
And postcards from the moon
I'll hear it if you call me
You have to know it's true
It gets a little lonely
I hope you miss me too.
But did you know that I was dying
Did you know that I was waiting for my ride?
The constellation of Orion
So bright that night
Did you know that I was fading
Maybe I was hanging on to find
You'd be there to save me
If I ever fell behind
When the shooting stars hit the city lights
I could tell that we would live forever,
You and I,
Standing outside, gazing at the sky;
Feeling so alive
Alive...
If you knew that I was dying
If you knew that I was waiting for my ride
Still waiting, hoping
For you tonight
I'm getting tired of trying
My destination's glittering up high
The constellation of Orion
Is where I'm going to fly.
So if you ever miss me
Just look up
Look up to the sky.
The song "Orion" by Elizaveta is a contemplative piece that questions what could have been if the singer had only spoken up about their feelings. The lyrics describe regret about a missed opportunity in a relationship and the false hope of finding salvation in the stars. The singer directly addresses their partner whom they have failed to communicate with, acknowledging that their silence has caused tension and led to their retreat. The singer reveals their inner turmoil ("Did you know that I was dying?") and expresses their desire for their partner's presence, especially when they are feeling lonely. However, the singer also comes to terms with their inevitable departure and the transient nature of life. The song ends with an acknowledgment that they will fly towards Orion, a symbol of hope, and their partner should look up to the sky if they ever miss them.
Line by Line Meaning
Your silence is a question
Your lack of words prompts me to wonder.
To what I couldn't say
To the thing I left unsaid.
I see it in your tension
I sense it in the way you hold yourself.
I let it slip away.
I failed to act and now the opportunity is gone.
I know I never told you
I am aware that I never expressed myself.
I should have done it then
I realize I should have acted at the time.
I could have tried to hold you
I could have attempted to embrace you.
Instead I turned and ran.
But I fled and missed my chance.
Did you know that I was dying
Were you aware of my expiring state?
Did you know that I was waiting for my ride?
Did you know I was anticipating my departure?
The constellation of Orion
The celestial formation known as Orion.
So bright that night
Was stunningly luminescent in darkness.
Did you know that I was fading
Did you realize I was gradually disappearing?
Maybe I was hanging on to find
Perhaps I was holding out for a chance.
You'd be there to save me
That you would arrive to rescue me.
If I ever fell behind
In case I stumbled or lagged.
I know it doesn't matter
I acknowledge that it's irrelevant.
'Cause I'll be leaving soon
Since I'm departing shortly.
I'll try and send you letters
I'll make an effort to send you messages.
And postcards from the moon
And greeting cards from my celestial destination.
I'll hear it if you call me
I'll listen if you summon me.
You have to know it's true
It's vital that you understand this to be accurate.
It gets a little lonely
Occasionally, it can be a bit isolating.
I hope you miss me too.
I trust you have the same emotion I do.
When the shooting stars hit the city lights
As the meteors impact the urban luminescence.
I could tell that we would live forever,
I had a sense we were immortal.
You and I, standing outside, gazing at the sky;
Together, outside, looking skyward.
Feeling so alive
Feeling extremely vibrant.
If you knew that I was dying
If you were aware I was perishing.
If you knew that I was waiting for my ride
If you were aware that I awaited my departure.
Still waiting, hoping
But still waiting and expectant.
For you tonight
For you, this evening.
I'm getting tired of trying
I'm beginning to tire of making an effort.
My destination's glittering up high
My point of arrival is brilliantly gleaming in the skies above.
The constellation of Orion
The group of stars labeled Orion.
Is where I'm going to fly.
Is my intended flying location.
So if you ever miss me
In case you ever long for me.
Just look up
Gaze skyward.
Look up to the sky.
and observe the heavens.
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