Bridges began performing in and around Fort Worth, Texas and stirred up music industry interest with analog recordings, produced by Justin Block and Austin Jenkins of White Denim, which were uploaded to his SoundCloud page. Signed to major-label Columbia, his first singles -- including a rich ballad written about his mother -- appeared in February 2015 with a sound that evoked mid-to-late '60s soul. The following month, Bridges caught more attention with performances at SXSW, roughly 200 miles south of his home base. His debut album, Coming Home, was released in June 2015.
Flowers
Leon Bridges Lyrics
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Here today, vanish in the wind
Go to sleep, you may not wake up with a morning sunrise
Move so fast, baby, right before you close your eyes
So you better run
Move fast like a bullet from the gun
Over the hills, salvation rests in the sun
So won't you come
So won't you come, baby
So won't you come
So won't you come, baby
Making plans (Ooh, bop, bop, bop) for tomorrow (Ooh, bop, bop, bop)
Even though you don't (Ooh, bop, bop, bop) don't know your fate (Ooh, bop, bop, bop)
Blind eyes (Ooh, bop, bop, bop) leaning on a whole dead faith (Ooh, bop, bop, bop)
Sink your feet into (Ooh, bop, bop, bop) a concrete foundation (Ooh, bop, bop, bop)
So you better run
Move fast like the bullet from the gun
Over the hills, salvation rests in the sun
You're turnin' it, baby, rest in the sun
So won't you come
So won't you come, baby
So won't you come
So won't you come
I wanna tell you (Tell you) about the good news (Good news)
I wanna tell you (Tell you) about the good news (Good news)
I wanna tell you (Tell you) about the good news (Good news)
I wanna tell you (Tell you)
So you better run
Move fast like the bullet from the gun
Over the hills, salvation rests in the sun
You're turnin' it, baby, rest in the sun
So won't you come
So won't you come, baby
So won't you come
So won't you come, baby
The song "Flowers" by Leon Bridges is an upbeat and uplifting track with lyrics that touch upon the fragility of life and the importance of living in the moment. The opening lyrics, "Flowers of the field, here today, vanish in the wind" speak of the transience of life and how even the most beautiful and vibrant things can be fleeting. The line "go to sleep, you may not wake up with a morning sunshine" highlights the precarious nature of our existence and encourages the listener to make the most of each day.
The chorus of the song urges the listener to chase their dreams and live life with intention, "So you better run, move fast like a bullet from the gun. Over the hills, salvation rests in the sun." The message here is clear - don't waste your time, but rather make the most of every moment and take risks to achieve your dreams. The lines "Making plans for tomorrow, Even though you don't know your fate" admonish us not to waste our time living in fear or uncertainty but to grab hold of our lives and make the most of every opportunity.
The repeated line "I wanna tell you about the good news" can be interpreted in a few different ways. It could be a call to action for the listener to take charge of their life and find the good news in their own existence. It could also perhaps be a reference to Christian evangelism, urging the listener to embrace faith and find joy in the gospel.
Overall, "Flowers" is a song that encourages the listener to embrace life and strive for their goals, no matter how uncertain the future may seem.
Line by Line Meaning
Flowers of the field
Life is fleeting and temporary, just like the beauty of flowers that bloom and disappear
Here today, vanish in the wind
Life is unpredictable and can be taken away at any moment, just like flowers that can be carried away by the wind
Go to sleep, you may not wake up with a morning sunrise
Death can come unexpectedly, and one may not wake up to see another day, so it's important to live life to the fullest
Move so fast, baby, right before you close your eyes
Live life with urgency and purpose, and make the most of every moment, especially before it's too late
So you better run
Life is short, so make the most of it by moving quickly and making the most of every opportunity
Move fast like a bullet from the gun
Move quickly and deliberately towards your goals, like a bullet leaving a gun, because time is fleeting
Over the hills, salvation rests in the sun
There is always hope and light at the end of the tunnel, and salvation or a brighter future can be found if you keep moving forward
You're turnin' it, baby, rest in the sun
Take a break and enjoy the rewards of your hard work, because you deserve it
So won't you come
Take a chance and come with me, to experience all that life has to offer
Making plans (Ooh, bop, bop, bop) for tomorrow (Ooh, bop, bop, bop)
Despite the uncertainty of life, it's important to make plans and look towards the future
Even though you don't (Ooh, bop, bop, bop) don't know your fate (Ooh, bop, bop, bop)
Despite the uncertainty of the future, it's important to keep moving forward and striving for greatness
Blind eyes (Ooh, bop, bop, bop) leaning on a whole dead faith (Ooh, bop, bop, bop)
Don't live life blindly, with faith that is no longer alive or relevant
Sink your feet into (Ooh, bop, bop, bop) a concrete foundation (Ooh, bop, bop, bop)
Build your beliefs and goals on a solid foundation, so that you can stand strong and not be swayed by the winds of change
I wanna tell you (Tell you) about the good news (Good news)
I want to encourage you and share with you the positive and hopeful aspects of life
So won't you come
Take a chance and come with me, to experience all that life has to offer
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: AUSTIN JENKINS, CHRIS VIVION, JOSHUA BLOCK, TODD MICHAEL BRIDGES
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Grandma Kelly
My 21-year old grandson tears up when he hears "River" (he's been through alot). Thank you for the beautiful gift of that song and your endless talent....
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[Verse 1]
Flowers of the field
Here today, vanish in the wind
Go to sleep, ya may not wake up with the morning sunrise
Move so fast, baby, right before you close eyes
[Chorus]
So you better run
Move fast like the bullet from the gun
Over the hills, salvation rests in the sun
Eternity, baby, rests in the sun
So won't you come?
So won't you come, baby?
So won't you come?
So won't you come, baby?
[Verse 2]
Making plans (ooh, bop, bop, bop)
For tomorrow (ooh, bop, bop, bop)
Even though you don't (ooh, bop, bop, bop)
Don't know your fate (ooh, bop, bop, bop)
Blind eyes (ooh, bop, bop, bop)
Leaning on a whole dead faith (ooh, bop, bop, bop)
Sink your feet into (ooh, bop, bop, bop)
A concrete foundation (ooh, bop, bop, bop)
[Chorus]
So you better run
Move fast like the bullet from the gun
Over the hills, salvation rests in the sun
Eternity, baby, rests in the sun
So won't you come?
So won't you come, baby?
So won't you come?
So won't you come?
[Bridge]
I wanna tell you (Tell you) about the good news (Good news)
I wanna tell you (Tell you) about the good news (Good news)
I wanna tell you (Tell you) about the good news (Good news)
I wanna tell you (Tell you)
[Chorus]
So you better run
Move fast like the bullet from the gun
Over the hills, salvation rests in the sun
Eternity, baby, rests in the sun
So won't you come?
So won't you come, baby?
So won't you come?
So won't you come, baby?
@janettuhey8889
It's the 60's.. whether you lived it or not the music has become at part of our souls. I was born in 1951 and this kind of music , most called it doo wap , was everywhere. He has touched your soul without you knowing it.
@King_Dan_Man
Most underrated artist
@melp8175
Leon is so underrated ! The best! ❤️🎬
@felixcarrizovillalba9232
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@terriroberts4535
Got all his vinyls 🎙just lov him an introduce all my freinds to his amazing vocals ✌🎙✌
@Iloveuhoneyyy
I love this man .
@modeorculture6748
I love his music his vocal style is so different from what I see a black man sing. I like it.
@Hatchew2436
Never heard of this brother, but great song!!!! Luv discovering new artist...
@natashawoof
Just heard this on an IG story and just had to find the artist. Love it. What a discovery👍🏻🥂