Cradled in Arms
Foy Vance Lyrics


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Sometimes I remember that it is November
And I once was cradled in arms
Given a bible
For all of it′s cheek it had charm

There on the spine, my name was inscribed
Like my pain gets inscribed in your heart
But hold it together, I've never felt better
And we′ve fared the weather so far

So try not to worry
Consider the stars
We came from nothing
But nothing can tear us apart

Now that I'm sober, I think of October
As a time when you're close to my heart
Though I don′t remember
You once were cradled in arms

And time after time
You′ve been inclined
To blame everything that you are

Oh, but try not to worry
Consider the stars
We came from nothing
But nothing can tear us apart

In February a spirit and his fairies
Sing out on an old cabin porch
'Cause if it′s not for healing
Then what was the hurting for?

In March and July
Their voices arrived
To a song they sang long before

Try not to worry
Consider the stars
We came from nothing
But nothing can tear us apart

Try not to worry
Consider the stars
We came from nothing
But nothing can tear us apart





Sometimes I remember that it is November
And I once was cradled in arms

Overall Meaning

The song "Cradled in Arms" by Foy Vance explores themes of memory, pain, and perseverance. The song begins with a reflection on the month of November and the singer's past experiences of being held in someone's arms. He remembers being given a bible that had charm despite its cheekiness, with his name inscribed on the spine. This line is significant as it highlights the way pain can become a part of us, and how we may carry it with us just as our name is engraved on something physical. The singer reveals that he has never felt better despite this pain, and that he has weathered through the rough patches of life.


The chorus of the song acts as a reassuring reminder to not worry and to consider the vastness of the universe. He reminds the listener that they have come from nothing, but nothing can tear them apart. In the second verse, the singer moves onto a reflection of the month of October and a person who was once held in arms. He admits that he does not remember who this person was but that they too were cradled in someone's arms. The chorus is repeated again before the song moves onto a description of a group of spirits and fairies singing on an old cabin porch for healing. The final chorus reassures the listener once again to not worry and to consider the stars and their own resilience.


Line by Line Meaning

Sometimes I remember that it is November
Occasionally, I reflect on the present month.


And I once was cradled in arms
At one point, I was held, supported, and cared for.


Given a bible
I was provided with a religious text.


For all of its cheek, it had charm
Despite some audacity and impertinence, it possessed attractiveness.


There on the spine, my name was inscribed
My name was written on the back of the book.


Like my pain gets inscribed in your heart
Similar to how my emotional distress affects you deeply.


But hold it together, I've never felt better
However, remain composed because I am feeling great.


And we've fared the weather so far
Furthermore, we have managed to cope with difficult circumstances up to now.


So try not to worry
Therefore, attempt to overlook any concern or unease.


Consider the stars
Contemplate the celestial bodies in the sky.


We came from nothing
Our origins were from obscurity.


But nothing can tear us apart
Still, nothing can separate us.


Now that I'm sober, I think of October
Currently, being sober, October makes me reminisce.


As a time when you're close to my heart
Since that month, you have held a special place in my affections.


Though I don't remember
Even though I cannot recollect everything.


You once were cradled in arms
You also received love and support from someone.


And time after time
Repeatedly,


You've been inclined
You tend to lean toward.


To blame everything that you are
Fault yourself for every aspect of your being.


Oh, but try not to worry
Nevertheless, attempt not to fret.


In February a spirit and his fairies
During February, a supernatural being and its small, magical creatures.


Sing out on an old cabin porch
Sang on an aged, rustic structure's veranda.


'Cause if it's not for healing
Since if it doesn't have curative properties,


Then what was the hurting for?
What was the purpose of the pain?


In March and July
In March and July,


Their voices arrived
Their vocal expressions arrived.


To a song they sang long before
To a melody they performed in the past.


Try not to worry
Do not be anxious.


Consider the stars
Ponder on celestial bodies.


We came from nothing
We originated from obscurity.


But nothing can tear us apart
Despite this, we cannot be separated.


Try not to worry
Make an effort not to distress.


Consider the stars
Contemplate the stars.


We came from nothing
We had beginnings that were unremarkable.


But nothing can tear us apart
Still, we cannot be separated by anything.




Writer(s): Foy Vance

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StarDust78

LYRICS
[Verse 1]
Sometimes I remember that it is November
AND I ONCE WAS CRADLED IN ARMS
And given a Bible
For all of it’s cheek it had charm

[Pre-Chorus]
There on the spine my name was inscribed
Like my pain gets inscribed on your heart
But hold it together I’ve never felt better
And we’ve fared the weather so far

[Chorus]
So try not to worry
Consider the stars
We came from nothin’ but nothing can tear us apart

[Verse 2]
Now that I’m sober, I think of October
As a time when you’re close to my heart
Though I don’t remember
YOU ONCE WERE CRADLED IN ARMS

[Pre-Chorus]
Time after time you’ve been inclined
To blame everything that you areChorus]
Oh, but try not to worry
Consider the stars
We came from nothin’ but nothing can tear us apart

[Verse 3]
In February a spirit and his fairies
Sing out on an old cabin porch
If it’s not for healing
What was the hurting for?

[Pre-Chorus]
In March and July their voices arrived
To a song they sang long before

[Chorus]
Try not to worry
Consider the stars
We came from nothin’ but nothing can tear us apart
Try not to worry
Consider the stars
We came from nothin’ but nothing can tear us apart

[Outro]
Sometimes I remember that it is November
And I WAS CRADLED IN ARMS



All comments from YouTube:

Timothy Mckenna

Every now and again you come across an artist that touches you in the deepest recesses of your spirit. Foy is one of them!!

Jon Adams

Bingo!!! First time I heard him something inside me resonated. Can’t explain it.

Francis McKnight

Amen brother

Debi Turner

Agreed! Just watched Foy Vance in Belfast on Friday night and was in floods of tears at this song and Sapling.

StarDust78

LYRICS
[Verse 1]
Sometimes I remember that it is November
AND I ONCE WAS CRADLED IN ARMS
And given a Bible
For all of it’s cheek it had charm

[Pre-Chorus]
There on the spine my name was inscribed
Like my pain gets inscribed on your heart
But hold it together I’ve never felt better
And we’ve fared the weather so far

[Chorus]
So try not to worry
Consider the stars
We came from nothin’ but nothing can tear us apart

[Verse 2]
Now that I’m sober, I think of October
As a time when you’re close to my heart
Though I don’t remember
YOU ONCE WERE CRADLED IN ARMS

[Pre-Chorus]
Time after time you’ve been inclined
To blame everything that you areChorus]
Oh, but try not to worry
Consider the stars
We came from nothin’ but nothing can tear us apart

[Verse 3]
In February a spirit and his fairies
Sing out on an old cabin porch
If it’s not for healing
What was the hurting for?

[Pre-Chorus]
In March and July their voices arrived
To a song they sang long before

[Chorus]
Try not to worry
Consider the stars
We came from nothin’ but nothing can tear us apart
Try not to worry
Consider the stars
We came from nothin’ but nothing can tear us apart

[Outro]
Sometimes I remember that it is November
And I WAS CRADLED IN ARMS

James Clark

Damn his voice gives me goose bumps, saw Foy in Edinburgh Live at the Elton John Concert and he was epic! What a voice, moves my soul listening to him ❤️

Havendale Blvd

Oh I have just discovered Foy this evening. What a gift y'all.

Exactly what culture needs today man. Can those ladies sing.

Enter Foy.

misswhitneyxx

What a talent ❤️ so glad I discovered his music!! It never disappoints!!

Taste of Country

He's sooo good! Another video just like it coming on Friday!

Petty Eddie

Foy has been my most recent obsession and this performance only enforces that obsession further. This man is amazing !!!

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