Born India Arie Simpson on 3rd October 1975 in Denver, Colorado, she tried various musical instruments at school there, but it was after moving to Georgia when her parents divorced that she took up the guitar. This led her into song writing, and from there into a professional career as a musician.
She co-founded the Atlanta-based independent music collective GroovmentEarthseed (Groovement was the collective artists' name and Earthshare was their independent label name), and began to perform publicly. A Universal Records/Motown music scout spotted her and introduced her to Motown CEO Kedar Massenburg. The consequent album, Acoustic Soul (2001), involved a wide mixture of styles, and thus attracted a wide audience. It entered the Billboard albums chart at number ten, and at number three on the R&B album chart., eventually going double platinum.
India.Arie also features on Stevie Wonder's 2005 album A Time to Love. She and Wonder duet on the title track "A Time to Love", which Arie wrote, and which was nominated in the 2006 forty-eighth Grammy Awards, for Best Pop Vocal Collaboration with Vocals.
On the September 2005 premiere of The Tyra Banks Show, Arie performed "Just 4 2day", written especially for the show. She also wrote "What about the Child", a song that did not air but was made available as a $1 internet download to support child victims of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
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India Arie Lyrics
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(Mmm) this is a song for every girl who's
Ever been through something she thought she couldn't make it through, yeah (mmm)
I sing these words because
I was that girl too
Wanting something better than this
But who do I turn to?
Now we're moving from the darkness into the light
This is the defining moment of our lives. mmm, yeah
'Cause you're beautiful like a flower
More valuable than a diamond
You are powerful like a fire
You can heal the world with your mind and
There is nothing in the world that you cannot do
When you believe in you, who are beautiful
Yeah, you, who are brilliant
Yeah, you, who are powerful
Yeah, you, who are resilient
This is a song for every girl who
Feels that she is not special
'Cause she don't look like a supermodel Coke bottle
The next time the radio tells you to shake your moneymaker
Shake your head and tell them, tell them you're a leader
(Mmm) now we're moving from the darkness into the light, yeah
(Mmm) this is the defining moment of our lives, yeah
'Cause you're beautiful like a flower (you are)
More valuable than a diamond (beautiful)
You are powerful like a fire (you are)
You can heal the world with your mind (powerful)
There is nothing in the world that you cannot do
When you believe in you, who are beautiful
Yeah, you, who are brilliant
Yeah, you, who are powerful
Yeah, you, who are resilient
Yeah, you, who are beautiful
Yeah, you, who are brilliant
Yeah, you, who are powerful
Yeah, you, who are resilient
Yeah, you, this song is for you
Yeah, you, this song is for you
Yeah, you, this song is for you
Yeah, you, yeah, you
You who are brilliant
"Flowers" by India Arie is a song that was written for every girl who has gone through something that she felt was insurmountable. The song begins by acknowledging that even the person singing it once felt the same way, wanting something better but not knowing where to turn. However, the song shifts into a message of empowerment, reminding those listening that there is power within them that can be used to change the world. The lyrics encourage women to recognize their worth and value, knowing that they possess the ability to heal the world if they believe in themselves.
The song tells girls how special, valuable and powerful they are. It reminds them that there is nothing they cannot do when they believe in themselves. The song encourages young women to ignore society's narrow definition of beauty, allowing them to know their true power and value. Arie sings, “There is nothing in the world that you cannot do when you believe in you, who are beautiful, brilliant, powerful and resilient”. The song thus offers a great message of self-affirmation, self-love and empowerment for young women.
India Arie, who was inspired to write the song while struggling with her own image issues, said that “Flowers” was one of the most personal songs that she has ever written. She went on to say that she hoped the song would speak to young girls, letting them know that they were not alone and that they were capable of doing anything. The message of the song has resonated with many, and it continues to be a beacon of hope, especially for young women who find themselves struggling in a world that often tells them they are not enough.
Line by Line Meaning
This is a song for every girl who's
Ever been through something she thought she couldn't make it through, yeah (mmm)
This song is dedicated to every girl who faced a challenge that seemed unsurmountable.
I sing these words because
I was that girl too
Wanting something better than this
But who do I turn to?
I am singing this song because I have been in that same situation, wanting more but not knowing who to rely on.
Now we're moving from the darkness into the light
This is the defining moment of our lives. mmm, yeah
Now we are on our way out of the difficult times and towards better days. This is a crucial moment for us to define our lives.
'Cause you're beautiful like a flower
More valuable than a diamond
You are powerful like a fire
You can heal the world with your mind and
You, just like a flower, are beautiful and have immense value. Your power is like that of a fire, and you can make the world a better place with your thoughts.
There is nothing in the world that you cannot do
When you believe in you, who are beautiful
Yeah, you, who are brilliant
Yeah, you, who are powerful
Yeah, you, who are resilient
Believing in yourself is the key to achieving anything you want. You are not only beautiful, but also highly intelligent, powerful, and resilient.
This is a song for every girl who
Feels that she is not special
'Cause she don't look like a supermodel Coke bottle
The next time the radio tells you to shake your moneymaker
Shake your head and tell them, tell them you're a leader
This song is for every girl who thinks she is not unique because she does not fit a certain standard of beauty. The next time you are asked to objectify yourself, stand up and assert that you are a leader.
'Cause you're beautiful like a flower (you are)
More valuable than a diamond (beautiful)
You are powerful like a fire (you are)
You can heal the world with your mind (powerful)
Once again, you are truly beautiful and valuable, with power that can make a difference in the world.
Yeah, you, this song is for you
Yeah, you, this song is for you
Yeah, you, this song is for you
Yeah, you, yeah, you
You who are brilliant
This song is dedicated to you and your amazing brilliance and potential.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: INDIA ARIE SIMPSON, JOYCE SIMPSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Farouq Farouq
The world can be so cold but you are always warm
When my back is tight, you take me in your arms
You're the moral compass directing me to light
Ours the golden glow in the middle of my night
In recognition of the person that you are
In celebration of your heart
That's why I wanna give you your flowers now
You're the sacred in the face of the profane
You held the mirror up and helped me face the pain
Just like velvet covering my heart of glass
You're the reason I know that this, too, shall pass
For the gorgeous human being that you are
For helping me accept my scars
I hope that they brighten your life
The same way your smile brightens mine
My world had blown away and you are all that's left
You took the needle from the center of my chest
For the gorgeous human being that you are
For showing me I am a star
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The first three times I listened to this song I burst into tears. She does it to me all the time. India? You are a goddess! Can't wait to see you perform in London in June.
Mmatseleng Tseki
She knows how to calm the noise in my soul....GOD SENT SHE IS
Musien Simcoe
Dont I just love Indie... She always calms my soul by her Music
Angela Thomas
Listening to this new cd by India Arie was pure therapy for me.....a healing of the soul. We are mos def kindred spirits bc I'm always saying gimme my (love) flowers now.
Natalia Kasparian
India Arie is my favorite artist... I love her.. She has spoken to my soul on my blindest days and nights and brought me up from darkness into precious light
S Anderson
Whenever I listen to India, I sing along or harmonize with her gorgeous voice. This is the only song of hers I can't sing along to. Every time I open my mouth to sing, i get choked up. Such a tearjerker for me🌷⚘🌺🌻🌸💐
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I love the African/Arabian vibes coming from the chorus 😍
Farouq Farouq
The world can be so cold but you are always warm
When my back is tight, you take me in your arms
You're the moral compass directing me to light
Ours the golden glow in the middle of my night
In recognition of the person that you are
In celebration of your heart
That's why I wanna give you your flowers now
You're the sacred in the face of the profane
You held the mirror up and helped me face the pain
Just like velvet covering my heart of glass
You're the reason I know that this, too, shall pass
For the gorgeous human being that you are
For helping me accept my scars
I hope that they brighten your life
The same way your smile brightens mine
My world had blown away and you are all that's left
You took the needle from the center of my chest
For the gorgeous human being that you are
For showing me I am a star
Nathaniel Lollis
A friend just sent me this song on FB. It expresses the sentiments of my heart exactly!!! I'd made a vow when my dad passed away, that I would take EVERY opportunity to say those loving and positive things to all those who are dear to my heart NOW while they are alive. A dead husk of a human can't smell the flowers that are heaped on and around their caskets. Neither can it hear or appreciate those verbal expressions of love and affection.
Trina Joelle Gamboa
amazing lyrics and rhythms ... LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!