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.
Forever Young
Lisbeth Scott Lyrics
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May your wishes all come true.
May you always do for others,
And let others do for you.
May you build a ladder to the stars,
And climb on every rung.
May you stay,
Forever young.
Forever Young,
Forever Young.
May you stay,
Forever Young.
May you grow up to be richeous,
May you grow up to be true.
May you always know the truth,
And see the light surrounding you.
May you always be courageous,
And stand upright and be strong.
May you stay,
Forever young.
Forever young,
Forever young.
May you stay,
May you stay,
Mat you stay,
Forever young.
May your hands always be busy,
Your feet always be swift.
May you have a strong foundation,
When the wind changes shift.
May your heart always be joyful,
And your song always be sung.
May you stay,
Forever young.
Forever young,
Forever young.
May you stay,
May you stay,
May you stay,
Forever young.
The song "Forever Young" by Lisbeth Scott is a beautiful and uplifting ballad that explores the universal desire to stay young and preserve innocence, hope and joy in life. The song is essentially a prayer, a series of well-wishes and blessings for a beloved person, hoping that their life will be filled with positive experiences, growth and compassion. The lyrics are simple and direct, but they carry a lot of meaning and emotion. The opening stanza sets the tone for the entire song by invoking the blessings of God and wishing that the person always has their wishes come true. This could be interpreted as a reference to the power of faith, or the human capacity to manifest their dreams through positive thinking and action.
The second stanza continues in the same vein, elaborating on the qualities that the person should possess and cultivate to live a fulfilling life. They should always be generous and kind to others, as well as willing to accept help and support. They should aim high in their aspirations and not be afraid to take risks or strive for success. They should also be honest, enlightened and strong-willed, able to face challenges with resilience and integrity. The repeated refrain of "May you stay, forever young" reinforces the central message of cherishing youth and vitality, but it can also be interpreted as an encouragement to keep an open mind, a curious spirit and a positive attitude towards life.
The final stanza adds some practical advice to the mix, encouraging the person to stay active and engaged in their work and passions, to maintain a sense of purpose and determination. They should also be grounded and adaptable, able to navigate the changes and uncertainties of life with grace and wisdom. The final line, "May you stay forever young", is repeated three times, emphasizing its importance and reinforcing the theme of the song. Overall, "Forever Young" is a beautiful and inspiring piece of music that celebrates the joys and challenges of life, and the enduring human spirit that seeks to stay young at heart.
Line by Line Meaning
May god bless and keep you always,
May the divine power bless and protect you every day,
May your wishes all come true.
May all your desires become a reality.
May you always do for others,
May you continue to help and serve others.
And let others do for you.
Also, let others take care of you when you need it.
May you build a ladder to the stars,
May you strive for your highest goals and aspirations,
And climb on every rung.
And may you put in the effort necessary to reach each step of the ladder.
May you stay,
May you continue on this path and be blessed with these qualities.
Forever young.
May you retain a youthful spirit, full of energy and vitality.
Forever Young,
May you continue with these characteristics throughout your life.
May you grow up to be richeous,
May you become virtuous and morally upright as you mature,
May you grow up to be true.
May you be authentic and true to yourself.
May you always know the truth,
May you have a deep understanding and perception of what is true.
And see the light surrounding you.
And may you experience positivity and hope in your life.
May you always be courageous,
May you always have the bravery to overcome obstacles and overcome fear.
And stand upright and be strong.
And may you remain upright and confident regardless of the challenges you face.
May you stay,
May you continue to have these admirable qualities.
Forever young.
May your spirit and energy always be young and vibrant.
Forever young,
May you continue with these characteristics throughout your life.
May you stay,
May you continue to have these admirable qualities.
May you stay,
May you continue on the same path.
May you stay,
May you persist in keeping those qualities all your life.
Forever young.
May you keep the same enthusiasm and energy during your entire life.
Contributed by Peyton C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.