A return to form for Katie, this band sees the songstress sailing towards a more beloved lush and organic sound with her trademark strong and inspired personal stories.
Katie has co-written songs with a host of Anzac luminaries including Tim Finn, Don Walker, Sia Furler, Josh Pyke, Tom Shapcott and her fellow ‘Captains’ band mates.
Katie and the band have been berthing a series of underground warehouse gigs around Sydney to test the waters and warm up the tunes live. Stay tuned to Katie’s myspace and facebook for regular updates/new demoes/gig footage etc and for a glimpse of what promises to be an inspired voyage.
“ I haven’t felt this positive about my music since the george days… I feel like I have finally found the right musical partners to make my music with again. I am really inspired and excited about this new record – I can’t wait to make it and tour it.”
Katie Noonan and the Captains are making this record Oct-Nov this year with International Producer/Engineer Nick Didia - with a planned Ep release February 2010 and an April 2010 Album release.
Katie Noonan is an Australian based singer-songwriter. She was the lead vocalist of bands George and Elixir, and has also released a classical/jazz duet album with her mother, soprano Maggie Noonan. See Katie and Maggie Noonan.
Katie released a solo album "Skin" which was recorded during 2006, and debuted in the Australian (ARIA) top 50 album charts at #6. She will be touring Australia with Josh Groban to promote this new album.
Leaden Hearts
Katie Noonan Lyrics
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How galling this chain round my neck?
Now I am bound to slavery
‘Til I regain my liberty
Once i was a tender child on my mother's knee
But now I am prison bound for slavery
No pen can write, no tongue can tell
Forget me not
When this you see, remember me
Though many miles we distant be
When this you see, remember me
When this you see, remember me
Please bear me in your mind
I'll love til death shall stop my breath
Weep not for me with this heavy heart
I am confined here with grief
Though time may fly and hopes may die
And joyful dreams may set, you I'll never forget
May time roll on, quick though it flew
My love's constant true to you
‘Til I am free and me you see
No pen can write, no tongue can tell
The aching heart that bids farewell
Forget me not
When this you see, remember
Though many miles we distant be
When this you see, remember me
When this you see, remember me
Let not absence banish our love
Cause I'll love til death shall stop my breath
I'll love til death shall stop my breath
The lyrics of Katie Noonan's Leaden Hearts depict the heart-wrenching scenario of an enslaved person who yearns to break free from the chains of slavery and be reunited with their loved ones. The opening lines "What is this place how hard is my fate? How galling this chain round my neck? Now I am bound to slavery ‘Til I regain my liberty" convey the overwhelming sense of hopelessness and despair felt by the person as they lament their fate.
The second verse, "Once I was a tender child on my mother's knee But now I am prison bound for slavery No pen can write, no tongue can tell The aching heart that bids farewell", describes the stark contrast between the person's innocent childhood and their unjust imprisonment due to slavery. The phrase "the aching heart that bids farewell" highlights the profound sadness felt by the person as they bid goodbye to their loved ones, uncertain if they will ever see them again.
The chorus of the song, "When this you see, remember me Though many miles we distant be Please bear me in your mind I'll love til death shall stop my breath", echoes the person's plea to their loved ones to not forget them even if they are physically apart. The final verse, "Let not absence banish our love Cause I'll love til death shall stop my breath", emphasizes the enduring strength of love that transcends distance and time.
Overall, Katie Noonan's Leaden Hearts sheds light on the emotional turmoil experienced by enslaved persons and their loved ones, serving as a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit.
Line by Line Meaning
What is this place how hard is my fate?
Katie is expressing her confusion and sorrow about her current situation or location.
How galling this chain round my neck?
She is feeling the weight of her circumstances, being stuck and unable to move freely.
Now I am bound to slavery
Katie is describing her state of being trapped and oppressed.
‘Til I regain my liberty
The only hope she has is to eventually break free from her current situation and be independent again.
Once i was a tender child on my mother's knee
Katie is contrasting her current situation with what used to be a happy and carefree childhood.
But now I am prison bound for slavery
She is emphasizing her current predicament of being trapped and forced into servitude.
No pen can write, no tongue can tell
Katie is acknowledging the intensity of her emotions, which are difficult to express.
The aching heart that bids farewell
She is describing the pain of having to say goodbye, possibly forever.
Forget me not
This is a plea to be remembered by those who care about her.
When this you see, remember me
She is asking for her loved ones to keep her in their thoughts when they see things that remind them of her.
Though many miles we distant be
Katie is acknowledging that they may be apart physically but she is still close to them emotionally.
Please bear me in your mind
This is another request for her loved ones to think of her and remember her.
I'll love til death shall stop my breath
Katie is expressing an undying love for those she cares about, even if they can't physically be together.
Weep not for me with this heavy heart
She is telling her loved ones not to mourn for her too much as she will be okay despite her current circumstances.
I am confined here with grief
Katie is acknowledging that she is experiencing sadness, but she is not giving up hope of being free again someday.
Though time may fly and hopes may die
She is acknowledging that time will continue to pass, and things may not always be good, but she still holds onto hope.
And joyful dreams may set, you I'll never forget
Even though happiness may be hard to come by, Katie will always remember those who mean the most to her.
May time roll on, quick though it flew
Time continues to move forward quickly, but Katie still holds onto hope for a better future.
My love's constant true to you
Despite everything, Katie's love for her loved ones remains constant and unwavering.
‘Til I am free and me you see
She is expressing a desire to be free and reunited with those she loves.
Let not absence banish our love
This is a reminder that distance cannot diminish their love for each other.
Cause I'll love til death shall stop my breath
Katie reiterates her undying love and devotion to those she cares about, even if it means being apart forever.
Writer(s): Katie Anne Noonan
Contributed by Sophie G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.