Kira Skov aka Kira is a Danish rock vocalist and as also the lead singer of… Read Full Bio ↴Kira Skov aka Kira is a Danish rock vocalist and as also the lead singer of Kira & The Kindred Spirits/Kira and The Kindred Spirits.

Kira left her home in Copenhagen at the age of 17 to pursue her dream of playing in a rock’n’roll band. She found at first a man, then a band and the source of much joy, but mostly trouble, in the foreign lands of which she traveled like a modern day roma. Her journey led her through many parts of the world, but for many years her base was in London and L.A.

It wasn’t however, until the break-up of her first band, where her former patner primarily provided the songs, that she seriously dived in to the therapeutic process of writing on her own. Drawing from her experiences of relationships and her life on the road, she created a musical world, of deeply personal songs, with a rough edge and moody tales, in a style which she her self labeled “soul punk”, since none of the obvious categories fit.

After 8 years away from home, Kira returned to Copenhagen, put a band together (myspace/kiraandthekindredspirits) and released her first album (“Happiness saves lives”) in 2002. Five years on, she has released 5 albums in Denmark. One of them being with her side-project The Gospel, co-written and produced by Tore Johansson (Franz Ferdinand, Cardigans est.), who also produced two albums with her previous band. (“This is not an exit” and “Kira and the Kindred Spirits”.

Throughout this period, she has played more than 300 concerts, to great critical acclaim in Denmark as well as abroad. In 2007 she received a Grammy in Denmark for “Best female Vocalist”, as well as receiving an award from Denmark’s largest music-magazine Gaffa, voted by their readers. Her most recent album "The rail train, the meadow, the freeway and the shadows" was released in Denmark in the fall of 2008, again reaping great reviews. She recently received an award from the Danish film academy, for "Best original song" for the single "Riders of the freeway" taken of that album. Stay tunes for more... Kira on her new album...

Marie
Kira Skov Lyrics

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I have many good friends
Though I lost some
Some of us have grown apart
But my sweetest sister
I want you to shine
And be all that you can be

Grab this memory, teenage memories

Everything is easy when singing with Marie
Carry me with ease
My sweetest friend and me

We had many good times
And hardships to overcome
You picked me up when I was down
And now I wish I knew how
To best make you see
Just how much you mean to me

Grab this memory, teenage memories
Everything is easy when singing with Marie

Cary me with ease
My sweetest friend and me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Marie" by Kira Skov and John Parish reflect on the bond between two friends, particularly focusing on their experiences during their teenage years. The song begins by acknowledging that while the singer has many good friends, some of them have drifted apart. However, there is a special emphasis on the bond with the singer's sister-like friend, Marie. The singer expresses a desire for Marie to shine and reach her full potential, conveying a deep admiration and support for her.

The chorus of the song highlights the ease and joy of their friendship, particularly during their teenage years. The memories they shared together were carefree and filled with happiness. The singer cherishes these memories, describing them as "teenage memories" that make everything feel easy when singing with Marie. There is a sense of nostalgia and longing for those simpler times.

The second verse pays tribute to the deep connection between the singer and Marie. They have experienced both good times and hardships together, with Marie being a source of support during the singer's difficult moments. The singer expresses a wish to communicate to Marie just how much she means to them. It is clear that their friendship has had a profound impact on the singer's life and they hold Marie in high regard.

Overall, "Marie" is a heartfelt tribute to a deep and cherished friendship. The lyrics capture the nostalgia for the carefree moments of their youth and the ongoing gratitude for the unyielding support and love that Marie has provided.

Line by Line Meaning

I have many good friends
I am fortunate to have numerous close companions in my life

Though I lost some
Although I have experienced the loss of a few

Some of us have grown apart
Certain relationships have drifted apart over time

But my sweetest sister
However, my dearest sibling

I want you to shine
I desire for you to radiate with brilliance

And be all that you can be
And achieve your full potential

Grab this memory, teenage memories
Hold onto this recollection, memories from our teenage years

Everything is easy when singing with Marie
Life feels effortless when we sing together with Marie

Carry me with ease
Support me with comforting simplicity

My sweetest friend and me
My closest and most cherished companion and I

We had many good times
We shared numerous positive experiences