Loeb carried the momentum of her early success into a multi-dimensional career encompassing music, film, television, voice-over work and children’s recordings. Her five acclaimed studio CDs include her major label debut, the gold-selling "Tails" and its follow-ups, the Grammy-nominated, gold-selling "Firecracker" (1997), "Cake and Pie" (2002; re-released with three bonus tracks as "Hello Lisa"), and "The Way It Really Is" (2004).
She tours worldwide and has captivated a younger audience as she released award-winning "Catch the Moon" in 2003, and 5 years later "Camp Lisa" in 2008. In conjunction with this project, she launched her own non-profit, The Camp Lisa Foundation, designed to help underprivileged kids attend summer camp through its partnership with Summer Camp Opportunities Provide an Edge, Inc. (S.C.O.P.E.). Loeb has starred in two television series, "Dweezil and Lisa", a weekly culinary adventure for the Food Network and "No. 1 Single", a dating show on the E! Network in 2006.
Her greatest hits compilation, "The Very Best of Lisa Loeb", was released through Universal in January 2006 .
Her seventh studio album "No Fairy Tale" was released on January 29, 2013, by 429 Records. Her eighth album "A Simple Trick to Happiness" was released on February 28, 2020.
Loeb tours with and without her band, such as touring with Daru Oda and Adam Levy. Other band members have included Mark Spencer, Matt Beck, Ronny Crawford, Joe Quigley, Joe Travers, Mark Meadows, Michael Eisenstein, Dave Gibbs, and Leland Sklar.
I Wish
Lisa Loeb Lyrics
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I wish for a place where the earth doesn't shake
If the earth won't be still, then I will
And my friends can be my family
And they can be my company
And I'll take them to a party and we'll have fun
Can you tell me if I'm near to anywhere but here
I wish for a place where it's not such a waste
It's okay although it's plain
Can you tell me if I'm near to anywhere but here
If I could sleep, then I could dream of what you promised me
And everything would seem better than it is
I wish for a place that I could go
'Cause everything here moves so slow
Can you tell me if I'm near to anywhere but here
I wish for a place where the earth doesn't shake
If the earth won't be still then you and I will
Can you tell me if I'm near to anywhere but here
The lyrics of Lisa Loeb's "I Wish" mainly express the yearning for a safe and stable place to live in. The way the first line "I wish for a place where the earth doesn't shake" is repeated at the beginning and the end of the song emphasizes the importance of safety and stability to the singer. The singer wishes that if the earth won't be still, then they will be still. This symbolizes the need for control amidst the chaos of the world.
The second verse of the song portrays a sense of loneliness and a desire for companionship. The singer notes that if they could have friends who can be their family, they will happily take them to a party and have a good time. This could be interpreted as the need for a sense of belonging and connection to others.
The third verse talks about the singer's desire for a world where they can freely express themselves without judgment. They mention that "It's okay although it's plain," indicating that they don't need to be anything extraordinary to fit in. They also express a need for better conditions, where things move faster and they can have more opportunities.
Overall, the song paints a picture of someone who is dissatisfied with their current circumstances and is searching for a better place. The repeated yearning for a stable environment free from chaos could indicate that the singer may have experienced some kind of trauma or instability in their life, driving them to search for a safe haven.
Line by Line Meaning
I wish
Expressing a desire for something that is currently unattainable
I wish for a place where the earth doesn't shake
Desiring a location that is not prone to natural disasters or upheavals
If the earth won't be still, then I will
Determined to remain steadfast in the face of turmoil or instability
And my friends can be my family
Valuing close friendships as much as familial relationships
And they can be my company
Finding comfort and enjoyment in the presence of friends
And I'll take them to a party and we'll have fun
Looking forward to social events and good times with friends
Can you tell me if I'm near to anywhere but here
Asking for help in finding a better place or situation
I wish for a place where it's not such a waste
Desiring a location that feels more fulfilling or productive
I can tell the girls my name
Feeling confident and secure in one's identity
It's okay although it's plain
Accepting one's self even if they may not be considered exceptional or extraordinary
If I could sleep, then I could dream of what you promised me
Hoping to find solace and reassurance in dreams, especially when reality falls short
And everything would seem better than it is
Believing that alternate realities or possibilities may be more desirable than the current state of affairs
I wish for a place that I could go
Longing for a destination that provides respite or escape from current circumstances
'Cause everything here moves so slow
Feeling stagnant or impatient with current surroundings or situation
If the earth won't be still then you and I will
Finding strength in a relationship to endure difficult times or situations together
Can you tell me if I'm near to anywhere but here
Still seeking a way out or forward from current situation
Lyrics © FOX MUSIC, INC., REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: LISA LOEB
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Orion's Falling Music
i love love love this song. i bought the cd years ago just for this song alone
Jess
I wish i could find a better video for this song! It's one of my favorites.
Letícia Ribeiro
I LOVE Lisa's glasses!
travis7310
I can barely hear her singing. All I can mainly hear is the guitar.
Triangle Book
In 2018