In 2006, Arthur's song "In the Sun" was covered by Michael Stipe (of R.E.M.) and Coldplay singer Chris Martin. Released for a Hurricane Katrina Relief program, the EP includes six versions of the cover, one of which has Arthur himself singing with Stipe.
Arthur established his own record label, Lonely Astronaut Records, in 2006, and released two studio albums, Let's Just Be (2007) and Temporary People (2008) with backing band The Lonely Astronauts. Arthur subsequently returned to performing and recording as a solo artist, releasing The Graduation Ceremony in 2011 and the double album, Redemption City in 2012.
Arthur is also an acclaimed painter and designer. His artwork has graced the sleeves of his entire discography; the sleeve design for his 1999 album entitled Vacancy was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Recording Package.
Echo Park *DO NOT USE*
Joseph Arthur Lyrics
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The ghosts fillin' the trees
The fire never understands the spark
The way it is with you and me
Freedom
Freedom
Our love won't fade away
Freedom
Our love it won't fade away
The children runnin' through the greenest field
A lot of love pourin' down
And only you and I know how it feels
When no one else is around
Freedom
Freedom
Our love won't fade away
Freedom
Freedom
Our love it won't fade away
Freedom
Freedom
Our love won't fade away
Freedom
Freedom
Our love it won't fade away
Walkin' with you down from Echo Park
The ghosts fillin' the trees
The fire never understands the spark
The way it is with you and me
In Joseph Arthur's song "Echo Park," the lyrics evoke a sense of love and freedom in the face of the ghosts and mysteries that surround Echo Park. The verses describe a walk through the park, with the ghosts filling the trees and the fire, perhaps referring to passion, not understanding the spark between the two lovers. The chorus repeats the word freedom, emphasizing the power of love and how it can withstand the trials of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Walkin' with you down through Echo Park
Strolling with the person he loves through a location that reminds him of his past.
The ghosts fillin' the trees
The memories of his past filling his mind just like how the ghosts fill the trees in the park.
The fire never understands the spark
Others may not comprehend the passion and love shared between him and his partner.
The way it is with you and me
This is just how things are with their relationship.
Freedom
Enjoying the liberty of being with their loved one.
Freedom
Emphasizing again how they are free in their love.
Our love won't fade away
Their commitment to each other will never diminish despite time passing.
Freedom
Reiterating the freedom and happiness their love brings.
Freedom
Once again emphasizing the importance of freedom in their love.
Our love it won't fade away
Their strong love will always be there.
The children runnin' through the greenest field
Observing the innocence and beauty of children enjoying life.
A lot of love pourin' down
Feeling surrounded by love from those around them.
And only you and I know how it feels
The depth of their love is known only between the two of them.
When no one else is around
Their love is unique and special, only when they are together, away from the rest of the world.
Walkin' with you down from Echo Park
Leaving Echo Park together, holding onto their memories and love.
The ghosts fillin' the trees
Echoing the memories still haunting them as they walk away.
The fire never understands the spark
Once again emphasizing how their love may not be understood by others.
The way it is with you and me
Concluding that their love is unique between them and cannot be fully comprehended by others.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOSEPH LYBURN ARTHUR
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