They formed in 1979 after Vangelis had been rumoured to replace Rick Wakeman in Yes a few years before. Anderson had contributed to Vangelis' albums "Heaven and Hell", "See You Later" and "Opera Sauvage".
They released a total of four albums with Anderson writing the lyrics and Vangelis composing the music: "Short Stories" in 1980, "The Friends of Mr. Cairo" in 1981, "Private Collection" in 1983, and "Page of Life" in 1991, which got re-released in 1998 with some additional tracks of which Vangelis reportedly did not approve. There are also two compilations, called "The Best of Jon & Vangelis" (1984) and "Chronicles" (1994)
Anyone Can Light a Candle
Jon & Vangelis Lyrics
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But not the way that you do.
Anyone could light a candle.
Just like a flower in the rain,
You are unique, the same.
Each step you take,
Each dream you realize,
Will open your heart, your life.
But not the way that you do.
For if we look too close,
Pure magic we would be.
Pure magic we would see.
It's all around each one.
It's all around within.
The perfect union,
Close inside your dreams.
To watch in wonderment,
As each day begins.
They tell me
You can hear this song.
Anyone can light a candle,
But not the way that you do.
So if we look too close,
Pure magic we will be.
Pure magic we will see.
The lyrics of Jon & Vangelis's song "Anyone Can Light a Candle" convey a message of the uniqueness and individuality of each human being. The first line states that "Anyone could light a candle" but not in the way that the subject of the song does. This suggests that anyone can do something ordinary, but it is the way the subject does it that makes it special. The line "Just like a flower in the rain, You are unique, the same" accentuates the individuality of each person, comparing it to a unique flower amidst the common rain.
The song conveys that the pursuit of dreams and ambitions is what makes one special. It states that "Each step you take, Each dream you realize, Will open your heart, your life", which means that each journey towards a goal taken by an individual is what makes them unique, and each step builds their character. The chorus again emphasizes that anyone can do what the subject does but not in the same way. The closing line of the song, "So if we look too close, Pure magic we will be. Pure magic we will see," suggests that if people observe individuals closely, they will recognize the magic in them and appreciate their uniqueness.
In summary, Jon & Vangelis's song "Anyone Can Light a Candle" promotes the message of individuality and uniqueness, emphasizing the importance of pursuing a dream and taking steps towards achieving it.
Line by Line Meaning
Anyone could light a candle,
It's not difficult for anyone to start something positive
But not the way that you do.
But it takes someone special to do it with a unique and exceptional touch
Just like a flower in the rain,
Just like how a flower blooms in the rain, you too shine in difficult times
You are unique, the same.
There may be similarities, but at the core, you are irreplaceable and unmatched
Each step you take,
Every move you make
Each dream you realize,
Every goal you achieve
Will open your heart, your life.
Will allow you to experience more love and joy in your life
For if we look too close,
If we pay close enough attention
Pure magic we would be.
We would be filled with amazement and awe
Pure magic we would see.
We would see the extraordinary beauty in everything
It's all around each one.
The magical essence is present in every individual
It's all around within.
It lies within us and is our inherent nature
The perfect union,
The seamless harmony
Close inside your dreams.
Within the realm of your aspirations
To watch in wonderment,
To observe with admiration and marvel
As each day begins.
As every new day starts
They tell me
You can hear this song.
I heard that you can understand these words
Anyone can light a candle,
But not the way that you do.
Anyone can make a difference, but you have a remarkable way of doing it
So if we look too close,
If we delve too deep
Pure magic we will be.
We will be enraptured in astonishment
Pure magic we will see.
We will witness the enchanting power in all things
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JON ANDERSON, . VANGELIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@justotorres5600
Anyone could light a candle,
But not the way that you do.
Anyone could light a candle.
Just like a flower in the rain,
You are unique, the same.
Each step you take,
Each dream you realize,
Will open your heart, your life.
Anyone can light a candle,
But not the way that you do.
For if we look too close,
Pure magic we would be.
Pure magic we would see.
It's all around each one.
It's all around within.
The perfect union,
Close inside your dreams.
To watch in wonderment,
As each day begins.
They tell me
You can hear this song.
Anyone can light a candle,
But not the way that you do.
So if we look too close,
Pure magic we will be.
Pure magic we will see.
@melaniamonicacraciun9900
Pull out the most beloved childhood memories fans, Maestro Vangelis passed away , RIP beautiful monster, recalling his heavenly music is...this beautiful fans
@jerzygrzebieluch3765
RIP Vangelis, wanderful.
@justotorres5600
Anyone could light a candle,
But not the way that you do.
Anyone could light a candle.
Just like a flower in the rain,
You are unique, the same.
Each step you take,
Each dream you realize,
Will open your heart, your life.
Anyone can light a candle,
But not the way that you do.
For if we look too close,
Pure magic we would be.
Pure magic we would see.
It's all around each one.
It's all around within.
The perfect union,
Close inside your dreams.
To watch in wonderment,
As each day begins.
They tell me
You can hear this song.
Anyone can light a candle,
But not the way that you do.
So if we look too close,
Pure magic we will be.
Pure magic we will see.
@jeffschielka7845
Jon Anderson THE VOICE. THE MASTER. FOREVER YES!!!🎤🎤🎤
@cristds1950
Elian voice
@jankakowalska2813
Its so delicate ..gently ..its a magic ...beatifull
@innercosmiclight5686
✨So if we look too close, 🌟Pure magic we will be.
Pure magic we will see.💖Inside of the Heart💖
🌟The Light will be shine✨
@user-qn2np8jk1h
Beautiful music, I enjoy from the 80s, when I heard it for the first time, and to this day! Thank you so much and God bless you! From Ukraine with love.
@Mleczaki
R.I.P. Chris, one of the greatest composers of all time.... :-(
@elche529
JUST AMAZING. IT SHOULD HAVE WON A GRAMMY