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.
Push The River
Lisbeth Scott Lyrics
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And I see you in my dreams
And when I awake to the sound of your voice
Every ancient prisoner goes free
Each ancient prisoner goes free
Now I see that you can't push the river
Now I know that you can't jump the gun
And gather all the things to come
I breath in the sight of you
For my tired eyes
I can wonder through your words
Though you cannot hold me tonight
No you cannot hold me tonight
Now I see that you can't push the river
Now I know that you can't jump the gun
I'm living proof that you can't push the river
And gather all the things to come
I will not betray my soul
It lives inside the truth
And though our hands are held apart
'Til I die I'll wait for you
'Til I die I'll wait for you
Now I see that you can't push the river
Now I know that you can't jump the gun
I'm living proof that you can't push the river
And gather all the things to come
The lyrics to Lisbeth Scott's song "Push The River" are emotionally charged and filled with introspection. The opening lines convey a sense of exhaustion and a long history of being asleep for many lifetimes. The singer sees the object of their affection in their dreams, and the sound of their voice awakens a sense of freedom and release of all the past pain and hurt. However, this sense of freedom is tempered by the realization that the river cannot be pushed and that the singer cannot jump the gun to get to where they want to be. There is a sense of recognition that time and patience are necessary, and that sometimes one must wait for the right moment to come.
The middle line "I breath in the sight of you" conveys a sense of longing and desperation, but it is followed by the recognition that words can only do so much. The singer acknowledges that they cannot be held by the person they desire, but they can find solace in the words that they share. The final stanza contains a sense of resolve and acceptance, with the singer committing to remain true to themselves and to follow their soul. The lines "And though our hands are held apart, 'Til I die I'll wait for you" convey a sense of steadfastness and dedication, despite any obstacles or challenges that may arise.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been asleep ten thousand lifetimes
I have been unconscious for a long time and missed many opportunities.
And I see you in my dreams
You are part of my subconscious and I might be obsessed with you.
And when I awake to the sound of your voice
You have a significant impact on my life, even if just through your voice.
Every ancient prisoner goes free
You have the power to liberate people from their past and free them completely.
Now I see that you can't push the river
I have come to terms with the fact that some aspects of life are beyond my control and cannot be forced.
Now I know that you can't jump the gun
I understand that impatience and rushing things can be detrimental.
I'm living proof that you can't push the river
My own experiences have taught me that some things are meant to unfold in their own time and cannot be forced.
And gather all the things to come
Trying to control the future and accumulate everything you want is not possible.
I breath in the sight of you
Just seeing you is enough to rejuvenate me.
For my tired eyes
I am exhausted and need something or someone to help me feel revitalized.
I can wonder through your words
Your words have the power to take me to another place and make me feel alive.
Though you cannot hold me tonight
Despite wanting physical comfort from you, I understand that it's not possible right now.
I will not betray my soul
I refuse to compromise my beliefs or values no matter what.
It lives inside the truth
My soul and essence are based on honesty, authenticity, and being true to oneself.
And though our hands are held apart
Even though we are not physically together, there is still a connection between us.
'Til I die I'll wait for you
I am willing to do whatever it takes and wait as long as it takes to be with you.
Contributed by Kayla I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.