He came from Toronto; she, from Seattle.
He came from Toronto; she, from Seattle.
His parents started a radio station; hers were music teachers.
Both had music in their blood, instruments in their hands, and a mind to create.
The mountains led him to the west; a star led her to the north.
In Vancouver they met and schooled—studying music and life.
They found promise.
They found love.
In less than a year they put school on hold, got married, and lived.
With music and purpose guiding them, school called again and to Nashville they went.
He became an audio engineer; she became a songwriter; music stayed central and they continued to create.
Entering the Nashville music scene in 2009, Handsome and Gretyl released their debut EP, Hold On Tight Love, February 2011.
Handsome and Gretyl have created an earthy folk feel crossed with an imaginative jaunt of pop, a sweet and tangy piece of wild berry pie. This duo draws from real life, delivering optimistic though realistic lyrics, seasoned with the chill of snow, the sea breeze, and the hope of tomorrow’s sunrise.
Open Your Eyes
Handsome and Gretyl Lyrics
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Now you know dark and light
Lift up your eyes, love
Awaken oh my soul to a world so beautiful
Open up your hands
Be the love all you can
Awaken oh my soul to a world so beautiful
Forsaking all I know for a love invisible
And may all of the words you speak bring only life
And may all of the thoughts you think bring only peace
Well awaken oh my soul to a world so beautiful
Forgetting all I know for a love invisible
The song "Open Your Eyes" by Handsome and Gretyl is a call to look at the world with new eyes. The lyrics are simple yet deeply meaningful. It encourages the listener to open their eyes to see the contrast between light and darkness, to be awake to the beauty that surrounds them, to open their hearts and offer love to the world, and to let go of preconceived notions and beliefs to experience a love that is beyond the physical world.
The words are beautifully crafted and have a spiritual quality to them. The message is clear - to choose love at all times, in all circumstances, and to be open to the unseen beauty that surrounds us. The song's repetition of phrases like 'open up your eyes', 'lift up your hands', and 'awaken oh my soul' make it perfect for meditation or reflection, and as a source of inspiration to live a more loving and mindful life.
"Open Your Eyes" is a song full of positivity, reminding us to focus on love and peace. It is an uplifting call to action that encourages us to see the world in a positive and compassionate way. A song that encourages us to love more, live more, and appreciate more.
Line by Line Meaning
Open up your eyes
See the world around you with curiosity and openness
Now you know dark and light
Acknowledge that the world is made up of both good and bad things
Lift up your eyes, love
Look at the world with a sense of compassion and love
Awaken oh my soul to a world so beautiful
Become aware of the beauty that surrounds you and appreciate it
Open up your hands
Be generous and giving to others
Be the love all you can
Spread love wherever you go
Lift up your hands, love
Rise above negativity and embrace love
Forsaking all I know for a love invisible
Let go of preconceived notions and beliefs for the sake of love
And may all of the words you speak bring only life
Speak kindly and positively to bring life to those around you
And may all of the thoughts you think bring only peace
Train your mind to think peaceful and positive thoughts
Forgetting all I know for a love invisible
Release your attachment to what you know to make way for a love that is beyond understanding
Contributed by Julian J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.