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.
Little Boy Man
Katie Noonan Lyrics
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hold your head high, don't let life pass you by
and I wish I could hold all the fears away
sing me your dreams and you'll face them everyday
little boy man, I'll wipe away your tears
I wonder what life was without you
and I wish I could hold all the tears at bay
sing me your dreams and I know you'll find your way
you're the greatest gift
you're the sweetest kiss
you're the sunshine
you're the finest joy we'll ever know
with you near me, my smile will never leave
my heart can't be anymore in love with you
and I wish I could never let you down
sing me your dreams and we'll guide you on your way
you're the greatest gift
you're the sweetest kiss
you're the sunshine
you're the finest joy we'll ever know
you're the greatest gift
you're the sweetest kiss
you're the sunshine
you're the finest joy we'll ever know
a child in arms is like a miracle
The song "Little Boy Man" by Katie Noonan is a heartfelt tribute to a child, expressed through the perspective of a loving parent. The lyrics speak to the experience of watching a child grow up and being constantly amazed by their beauty and potential. The repeated refrain of "you're the greatest gift, you're the sweetest kiss, you're the sunshine, you're the finest joy we'll ever know" underscores the depth of the parent's love for the child.
The chorus urges the child to hold their head high and not let life pass them by. The parent longs to protect the child from pain and fears, but knows that they cannot always do so. Instead, they offer comfort and support, wiping away tears and encouraging the child to sing their dreams and face their fears every day.
Overall, "Little Boy Man" is a bittersweet reflection on the joys and challenges of parenting, and the incredible bond that exists between parent and child.
Line by Line Meaning
little boy man, you take my breath away
You are awe-inspiring, even though you are still a child.
hold your head high, don't let life pass you by
Be confident and proactive in the face of life's challenges.
and I wish I could hold all the fears away
I want to protect you from all that scares you.
sing me your dreams and you'll face them everyday
Share your aspirations with me and work towards them daily.
little boy man, I'll wipe away your tears
I will comfort you when you cry, my dear child.
I wonder what life was without you
I cannot imagine what life would be like if you were not in it.
and I wish I could hold all the tears at bay
I wish I could prevent you from ever being sad.
sing me your dreams and I know you'll find your way
Share your dreams with me and I will help you achieve them.
you're the greatest gift
You are the most precious thing I have.
you're the sweetest kiss
Your affection is the most tender, gentle thing.
you're the sunshine
You bring warmth and light to my life.
you're the finest joy we'll ever know
You are the epitome of happiness and bliss.
with you near me, my smile will never leave
Your presence brings me so much joy that my smile will always remain.
my heart can't be anymore in love with you
I love you more than anything, my dear child.
and I wish I could never let you down
I hope to never disappoint or fail you.
sing me your dreams and we'll guide you on your way
Together, we will help you make your dreams reality.
a child in arms is like a miracle
The presence of a child is a wondrous thing.
Writer(s): Katie Anne Noonan, Andrew John Klippel
Contributed by Isabelle D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sharyn Bailey
Absolutely beautiful! My 'little boy man' is now 28 & is still the greatest gift & the finest joy. Thank you.
Katie Noonan
thank you!!!!!!! xxxxx
kt xo