Bluebird
Hedge & Donna Lyrics
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Is it fun to fly in a sky of blue?
Is it fun to sit and keep an eye on me?
As much as I enjoy to watch you in the summer breeze
Hey little bluebird, why do you stay?
Through all the months of winter and all the snowy days?
Why don 't you fly where the sun is warm for you?
When it's cold outside what do you do?
Chorus: Where have you been?
Where do you go?
Flying in the sun
Flying in the snow
You're so lovely and I'm glad you're here
My little bluebird
Hey little bluebird on my window sill
When the sky is grey, how do you feel?
Are you lonely, do you sing a little song?
Do you ever cry when you're alone?
How high can you fly? Do you ever lose your way?
Where do you hide when you're afraid?
Does your little heart ever break like mine?
Do you have a friend you think about at night?
Chorus
The song Bluebird by Hedge & Donna is a contemplative piece addressed to a little bluebird perched on a window sill. The singer marvels at the bird's joy of flying in the blue sky and keeping an eye on her, while also wondering how it survives the cold winter months. The chorus repeatedly ponders the whereabouts of the bluebird, whether it flies in the sun or snow, and expresses gratitude for its presence. The song goes on to ask more questions, such as whether the bluebird feels lonely or sings a song, and imagines the vulnerabilities and emotions it might experience. Through these lyrics, the song reflects on the fragility and resilience of life, and the importance of finding beauty and companionship in the little things.
The song Bluebird by Hedge & Donna was written in the late 1960s, and was a part of the folk and pop scene of Greenwich Village, New York. Hedge & Donna were a folk duo consisting of Donna Carson and Hedge Capers, who had previously been part of the Jim Kweskin Jug Band. Bluebird was included in their 1968 debut album Hard Times for Lovers, which was produced by the legendary Memphis-based sound engineer Chips Moman. The album was not a commercial success, but it received critical acclaim as an underrated gem of the era.
Bluebird has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including Bonnie Raitt, Buffalo Springfield, and Stephen Stills. Bonnie Raitt's version, released in 1971, became a minor hit on the Billboard charts and helped introduce the song to a wider audience. The song's popularity surged again in the 2000s, when it was featured in the films Moonrise Kingdom and Tully, and in a commercial for Volkswagen. The song's enduring appeal lies in its timeless themes and simple yet evocative lyrics, which capture the wonder and melancholy of everyday life.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey little bluebird, how are you?
I wonder how you feel, my little bluebird
Is it fun to fly in a sky of blue?
Do you enjoy soaring in the blue sky?
Is it fun to sit and keep an eye on me?
Do you find watching me interesting?
As much as I enjoy to watch you in the summer breeze
The way I am captivated by you in the summer breeze
Hey little bluebird, why do you stay?
I'm curious why you stay, my dear bluebird
Through all the months of winter and all the snowy days?
Despite the long winter months and snow, why do you stay?
Why don 't you fly where the sun is warm for you?
Why don't you go where the sun is warm and comfortable?
When it's cold outside what do you do?
How do you endure the cold weather, little bluebird?
Where have you been?
Where have you traveled, my little bluebird?
Where do you go?
Where do you journey to, my feathered friend?
Flying in the sun
Soaring in the warmth of sunlight
Flying in the snow
Gliding over the white, snowy landscape
You're so lovely and I'm glad you're here
You're a delightful presence, and I'm grateful for you
My little bluebird
My dear little bluebird
Hey little bluebird on my window sill
I see you perched on my windowsill, little bluebird
When the sky is grey, how do you feel?
How does the grey sky make you feel, little bluebird?
Are you lonely, do you sing a little song?
Do you get lonely, and do you sing to yourself?
Do you ever cry when you're alone?
Do you shed tears when you're by yourself?
How high can you fly? Do you ever lose your way?
What is the extent of your flying ability, and do you ever get lost?
Where do you hide when you're afraid?
Where do you seek shelter when you're frightened?
Does your little heart ever break like mine?
Do you ever experience heartbreak, like I do?
Do you have a friend you think about at night?
Do you have a special friend you think of before you sleep?
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