In June 2011 Gypsy and the Cat performed across Australia as the support band on Kylie Minogue's Aphrodite Tour. Their opening night was at Brisbane Entertainment Center.
In 2012, they released the album, "The Late Blue".
In 2016, they released their third album, "Virtual Islands". After their final tour, the band decided to split up on good terms.
Sight Of A Tear
Gypsy & The Cat Lyrics
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Sleeping tight, was a lonely boy
Shifting stars, on the ceiling wall
There's a nightlight breathin' there
Reaching out, to the land of the lord
From the dark in my room
Screaming out, for the light of the soul
You, were the nightlight,
Searching for sunlight here
You, are the night light
Born at the sight of a tear
Toss and turn sheets are sliding down,
Wont awake till the light is found
Conscious mind, went to say goodbye
Now this dream is floating on
Just as I, turn and hide form the man
I am struck by a light from the moon,
Guiding me, like a knight shining back to my world
Filled with love centered wounds.
The opening lines of Gypsy & The Cat's "Sight Of A Tear" immediately suggest a sense of detachment from reality – "Eyes wide shut, in another world." The next line reveals that the song's protagonist is a "lonely boy" who is "sleeping tight." The idea of "shifting stars" on the ceiling wall, perhaps a reference to a child's bedroom stickers or painted murals, comes next. Finally, there is the comforting presence of a "nightlight breathing" that turns out to be a source of hope and inspiration for the boy.
The second stanza of the song suggests that the boy is in a state of distress that he cannot escape from. He is "reaching out" for the "land of the lord," searching for a way to escape "the world that I'm in." The nightlight becomes a symbol of hope, a guiding presence in the darkness that is leading the boy to a place of greater light and understanding. The chorus repeats the message that the nightlight is central to the boy's survival: "You were the nightlight, searching for sunlight here / You are the nightlight, born at the sight of a tear."
The final stanza suggests that the boy's nightmare is coming to an end. He has said goodbye to the world that has caused him pain, and now he is being guided back to a world "filled with love centered wounds." The moon's light is like a shining knight coming to save him, and he can finally escape the darkness and find the love and light he so desperately needs.
Line by Line Meaning
Eyes wide shut, in another world
My eyes are closed, but my mind is drifting away to another world.
Sleeping tight, was a lonely boy
I was sound asleep, but deep down I was feeling very lonely.
Shifting stars, on the ceiling wall
The stars on the ceiling are moving and changing shape, as if they are alive.
There's a nightlight breathin' there
The dim nightlight has a breathing rhythm that is comforting and calming.
Reaching out, to the land of the lord
I am reaching out to a higher power, seeking guidance and help.
From the dark in my room
I am in a dark room, feeling lost and confused.
Screaming out, for the light of the soul
I am crying out for soulful enlightenment and awakening.
To be gone from the world that I'm in.
To escape this world that I am currently in.
You, were the nightlight,
You were my savior and my light in my darkest moments.
Searching for sunlight here
I am searching for happiness and hope in my current situation.
You, are the night light
You continue to be my guiding light and source of comfort.
Born at the sight of a tear
Love and compassion were born in me at a moment of great sadness and despair.
Toss and turn sheets are sliding down,
I am restless and cannot get comfortable, my sheets are slipping off my bed.
Wont awake till the light is found
I cannot fully wake up and find peace until I have found my inner light and happiness.
Conscious mind, went to say goodbye
My conscious mind was ready to part ways and say goodbye to my old self.
Now this dream is floating on
This dream of change and transformation is now becoming a reality.
Just as I, turn and hide form the man
As I try to avoid facing my issues and fears, something happens.
I am struck by a light from the moon,
The moon's light suddenly shines on me, revealing a new path and way of being.
Guiding me, like a knight shining back to my world
Guiding me like a shining knight, leading me back to my world full of love and hope.
Filled with love centered wounds.
Even though I have been wounded, my heart is still filled with love and compassion.
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Eyes wide shut, in another world
Sleeping tight, was a lonely boy
Shifting stars, on the ceiling wall
There's a nightlight breathin' there
Reaching out, to the land of the lord
From the dark in my room
Screaming out, for the light of the soul
To be gone from the world that I'm in
You, were the nightlight
Searching for sunlight here
You, are the night light
Born at the sight of a tear
Toss and turn sheets are sliding down
Won't awake till the light is found
Conscious mind, went to say goodbye
Now this dream is floating on
Just as I, turn and hide form the man
I am struck by a light from the moon
Guiding me, like a knight shining back to my world
Filled with love centered wounds.
Carlos Lopez
5 years since this song was made and such a few people know about it...breaks my heart a little.
Ulfric Sombrage
Personally, I don't care about the celebrity of a song I love. Hidden gems are better than others.
Nathan S
Carlos Lopez A well kept little secret
Ally A NY
This song is absolutely amazing.
everyoneplusme
Love this band!!!
Chris Kingston
one of the most amazing songs ever.
xschlen
this song has remained one of my all time favourites for so long now. discovered these guys as the support at a kylie minogue concert and have been favourites ever since.
Hattie89
This song never fails to me smile. I just love it.
tbeastable gecko
I absolutely love this song!
Alexis Gonzalez
I needed this song the first time I ever heard it.