Fireflies
Ida Landsberg Lyrics
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I walk around on a hot summer day
Through the fields smelling sage and rosemary,
Picking up all the berries (that) I see
And I hope he will be there, maybe
Yesterday was a nice pretty day
Very happy when my wish
One day comes true - that may be...
Then all the stars will sing my
Song, all the birds fly higher
Almonds will start to blossom
Honeybees swing for me
Let me stop by the river on the walk
Take a bath in the sparkling water
Feel the cold pleasant blue on my head
Little fish playing on the shiny ground
All at once I feel a chilly breeze
It′s getting late, the night is calling fireflies
Suddenly I see his face looming up
In the evening sun, perhaps we'll make it...
The lyrics to Ida Landsberg's "Fireflies" paint a vivid picture of a hot summer day. The imagery of walking through fields and picking berries creates a relaxed, carefree atmosphere. The hope of being with someone special adds a touch of anticipation and longing. The singer is surrounded by loved ones, making the day seem perfect. The reference to almonds blooming and honeybees swinging highlights the beauty and sweetness of the day.
As the singer stops by the river for a bath, the lyrics shift to a sensory experience. The cold water against her head and the sight of little fish playing on the ground create a vivid image in the listener's mind. The sudden breeze and the appearance of fireflies signal the end of the day and the onset of night. The mention of the evening sun and the hope of seeing a certain someone shows a glimmer of optimism and romance.
Overall, "Fireflies" is a song that captures the essence of a perfect summer day and the hope of finding love.
Line by Line Meaning
I walk around on a hot summer day
I stroll on a warm summer day
Through the fields smelling sage and rosemary,
I wander through fields of fragrant sage and rosemary
Picking up all the berries (that) I see
Collecting every berry I spot
And I hope he will be there, maybe
Hoping he might appear
Yesterday was a nice pretty day
Yesterday was a lovely day
All my sweets gathered ′round me, they'll be
All my loved ones gathered round
Very happy when my wish
Delighted when my wish
One day comes true - that may be...
One day it may come true...
Then all the stars will sing my
The stars will sing my song
Song, all the birds fly higher
And the birds will fly higher
Almonds will start to blossom
Almonds will begin to bloom
Honeybees swing for me
Honeybees dance for me
Let me stop by the river on the walk
I pause by the river
Take a bath in the sparkling water
Bathe in the shimmering water
Feel the cold pleasant blue on my head
Feel the refreshing coolness on my head
Little fish playing on the shiny ground
Watching little fish play on the glistening shore
All at once I feel a chilly breeze
Suddenly, I feel a cool breeze
It's getting late, the night is calling fireflies
Night is approaching, fireflies emerge
Suddenly I see his face looming up
Surprised to see his face appear
In the evening sun, perhaps we'll make it...
In the twilight glow, there may be a chance...
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