I sing to comfort, heal, move, transport and awaken the divine voice within us all.
Being a singer was something Lisbeth Scott only dreamed about now and then as a child. Raised as a classical pianist headed for a concert career practicing hours a day, she ran away to California as soon as she could and began to discover her voice. Someone heard her singing and playing piano for a modern dance class in the hills of Idyllwild and suggested her voice for a score by composer Hans Zimmer. That was all it took. Scott’s uniquely moving and shiver inducing voice has been heard on literally hundreds of films. John Williams wrote a 5 minute solo specifically for her in the score for Spielberg’s film “Munich”. She was the featured vocalist and co-lyricist for the John Debney score to the film “The Passion of the Christ”. She was the featured vocalist and songwriter for the Disney film “The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe”., and will again appear on the new “Prince Caspian”. While her film work was gaining momentum, Scott was busy honing her craft as an artist in her own right. She recorded and produced four critically acclaimed CDs of her solo work Two of which were named album of the year by New Age Voice. She was the featured vocalist and co-writer for Paul Schwartz’ RCA releases “State of Grace (I and II) and “Earthbound”, all of which spent more than 10 weeks on Billboard’s Top Ten list. Scott has toured the world as both a solo artist and a featured vocalist for Paul Schwartz, John Debney, Harry Gregson Williams, performing with a 100 piece symphony orchestra one night and accompanying her own singing on piano, guitar, harmonium and dulcimer the next.
Early on, Scott made a decision to use her voice as an instrument of healing no matter the context in which it appeared. This continues to be her main focus. Not only is Scott producing material as a solo artist now, she has recently collaborated with the Danish group Bliss and will appear on 6 tracks of their upcoming EMI release in May. Scott and Greg Ellis have formed a duo called Biomusique which will release their debut on Kosmic Music on May 13th. Biomusique will be touring quite a bit this summer. Ellis and Scott will also be joining the earthy and joyful group Medicine Drum (Chris Decker) on their summer 2008 tour. The fall will see a new solo Lisbeth Scott release in the works now, as well as a new film scored by Scott and Greg Ellis, who also produced the score.
Be Still My Soul
Lisbeth Scott Lyrics
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Stand calm within the storm of grief and pain
Trust in thy God to order and provide
Through every change his faithful light remains
Be still my soul the restful peace within
Through trying times leads to a joyful land
Be still my soul the wind and waves shall know
The voice who ruled them while he dwelt below
All dark and mysteries shall shine at last
His burning sun shall melt the ice of fear
Lift up your heart his soothing voice to hear
Be still my soul when light you cannot see
That trembling skies speak to the fear in thee
The face of God illuminates the night
Unending peace and trust in perfect light
Be still my soul when tears fall from above
You are divine eternally in love
You are divine eternally in love
The song “Be Still My Soul” is a spiritual and uplifting ode to finding peace and strength during the storms of life. The lyrics convey a message of hope, trust, and faith in God’s unwavering guidance and steadfast love. The opening line “Be Still My soul the Lord is on they side” immediately sets the tone of the song, with the singer urging the listener to trust in God even in the midst of anguish and turmoil. The second line “Stand calm within the storm of grief and pain” is a beautiful metaphor for the idea that strength comes not from avoiding hardships, but from facing them head-on with grace and patience.
The chorus “Be still my soul the restful peace within, through trying times leads to a joyful land” reflects the notion that inner calm and composure can lead to greater happiness and optimism. The end of the chorus “The wind and waves shall know, the voice who ruled them while he dwelt below” reinforces the idea that God is the ultimate authority and can calm any turbulence. The second verse “His burning sun shall melt the ice of fear, Lift up your heart his soothing voice to hear” is a poetic expression of the idea that God’s love can dispel any fears or doubts in one's heart. The final verse contains the powerful lines “You are divine eternally in love,” which serve as a powerful affirmation of self-worth and an expression of God’s unconditional love.
Line by Line Meaning
Be Still My soul the Lord is on they side
Remain calm, my soul, knowing that the Lord is by your side.
Stand calm within the storm of grief and pain
Remain composed in the midst of your trials of sorrow and discomfort.
Trust in thy God to order and provide
Have faith in God to arrange and give what is needed.
Through every change his faithful light remains
God's dependable light persists always, throughout every alteration.
Be still my soul the restful peace within
Be tranquil, my soul, and find serenity within yourself.
Through trying times leads to a joyful land
Difficult periods often lead to a land of happiness and joy.
Be still my soul the wind and waves shall know
Quiet your soul, and the wind and waves will obey you.
The voice who ruled them while he dwelt below
This voice, commanding the wind and waves, once dwelt on Earth.
Torment and doubt have slipped into the past
Worry and uncertainty are now things of the past.
All dark and mysteries shall shine at last
Even the darkest and most enigmatic matters will finally come to light.
His burning sun shall melt the ice of fear
The scorching sun of God will melt away any fear that one has.
Lift up your heart his soothing voice to hear
Elevate your heart to listen to God's calming voice.
Be still my soul when light you cannot see
Remain calm, my soul, in the absence of light.
That trembling skies speak to the fear in thee
The trembling skies are speaking to your deepest fears.
The face of God illuminates the night
God's face radiates and brightens even the darkest of nights.
Unending peace and trust in perfect light
A state of eternal peace and a belief in a perfect light.
Be still my soul when tears fall from above
Remain calm, my soul, even when tears are falling from above.
You are divine eternally in love
You are eternal and divine, connected in everlasting love.
Contributed by Wyatt V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Harry Metalhead
I love Lisbeth's voice. This is such a beautiful rendition. This and Amazing grace from the same are my two favorite songs.
SourceCodeX
Agreed. My family were from the foothills of the Appalachian mtns in North Carolina. They'd break out into song right in the living room, eyes closed and faces to the ceiling -- and sing these olde hymns. It was worship pure and simple and it wasn't even Sunday. Those type of folks are the very backbone of this country. IMHO.😎👍
Jake Shadd
She imbues the song with so much emotion, beautiful...
Harry Metalhead
This is my favorite song from these cd's
SourceCodeX
It us truly transporting, so spiritually emotive and sang with such a unique style. 💖