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.
Second Sight
Joseph Arthur Lyrics
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Pray for you
It's true
'Cos I'm
In the dark
But I see the light
And even if it's only in my mind
I know how to fight
Run away ...
Run back down the aisle (?)
Pray for you
It's true
'Cos I'm
In the dark
But I see the light
And even if it's only in my mind
I know how to fight
For a second sight
Run away ...
Run back down the aisle (?)
In Joseph Arthur's song Second Sight, the lyrics suggest a deep level of spiritual connection and the power of prayer between individuals. The opening lines "When I pray for you, It's true, 'Cos I'm in the dark" implies that the person singing the song may be going through a difficult time in their life or may feel lost, but they still hold on to the power of prayer. They acknowledge that they may not be able to see things clearly, but they can still see the light through the darkness. The reference to "fighting for a second sight" suggests that they want to overcome their struggles to gain a greater understanding of themselves and the world around them.
The lines "Run away... Run back down the aisle(?)" can be interpreted in different ways. It could refer to someone trying to escape their problems but realizing they have to face them eventually. It could also refer to someone running away from a wedding or a church ceremony, and the line "run back down the aisle" could suggest their desire to reunite with their partner. Overall, the song is a powerful testament to the power of hope and positivity, even in dark times.
Line by Line Meaning
When I
In moments when I
Pray for you
Ask for your blessing and guidance
It's true
Happening in reality
'Cos I'm
Because I am
In the dark
In a state of confusion
But I see the light
Can see the way out
And even if it's only in my mind
Even if it's just a mental perception
I know how to fight
I am strong and can withstand hardships
For a second sight
For a different perspective
Run away ...
Escaping from a current state
Run back down the aisle (?)
Returning to a familiar place
Contributed by Jordyn P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
tiny echoes
When I
Pray for you
It's true
'Cos I'm
In the dark
But I see the light
And even if it's only in my mind
I know how to fight
For a second sight
Run away ...
back down the aisle
When I
Pray for you
It's true
'Cos I'm
In the dark
But I see the light
And even if it's only in my mind
I know how to fight
For a second sight
Run away ...
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