The Little Birdy EP was released on October 6, 2003 and reached a peak of number 27 on the Australian singles charts. Relapse reached number 16 on the Triple J Hottest 100 while Baby Blue reached number 25. The follow up This Is a Love Song EP was released on March 1 and debuted at number 22 on the Australian singles charts on March 8.
On 1 October 2004 the band released their highly anticipated debut album, BigBigLove, which includes new versions of Beautiful (renamed Beautiful to Me) and Relapse. It also includes I Should've Known with its original title of "Andy Warhol". It met with generally good critical reaction.
The bands follow up album titled Hollywood was released October 2006 and debuted at 9 on the Aria charts. The songs Come On Come On and Bodies were big hits in Australia.
In May 2009, Little Birdy released their third album Confetti, with their first single Summarize and Brother, which features Paul Kelly on backing vocals and harmonica.
Katy's brothers Luke Steele and Jake Steele are also in the band The Sleepy Jackson with Luke also featuring in the band Empire of the Sun.
Hairdo
Little Birdy Lyrics
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I am happy just the way you are
Don't change yourself honey
I am happy just the way you are
I don't need no-one to tell me babe
It's my whole heart, it's here to stay
You don't need no hairdo
Oh baby, you got what I want
You don't need no hairdo
You don't need no cigarette
Oh baby, I'm addicted
Fly above the ocean
Fly above and see how we float
Everything is here honey
Everything is right in it's place
It's the time of year for changing tune
It's the time of year for making plans
You don't need no hairdo
You don't need no cigarette
Oh baby, you got what I want
You don't need no hairdo
You don't need no cigarette
Oh baby, I'm addicted to you
Darling, you're waking up
Darling, you're waking up
You don't need no, you don't need no
You don't need no hairdo
You don't need no cigarette
Oh baby, you got what I want
You don't need no hairdo
You don't need no cigarette
Oh baby, I'm addicted to you
The song "Hairdo" by Little Birdy is a beautiful love song that expresses a deep sense of attachment towards the person the singer is addressing. The lyrics convey that the singer is happy with the person just the way they are and doesn't want them to change themselves to fit any social norms or expectations. The chorus reinforces this sentiment with the lines "you don't need no hairdo, you don't need no cigarette, oh baby, you got what I want." In a world where social media and societal pressures constantly urge people to conform, the song's message is clear - true love is accepting and celebrating each other's individuality.
The second verse touches on the idea of escaping from societal expectations and breaking free from conformity. The lines "fly above the ocean, fly above and see how we float, everything is here honey, everything is right in its place" feels like an invitation to escape from the chaos of life and just be present with the person they love. The last line of the verse, "it's the time of year for making plans" suggests the couple is ready for a new chapter in their lives.
The bridge feels like a gentle reminder to the person to wake up and take notice of the love they share. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, where the singer admits their addiction to the person addressed.
Line by Line Meaning
You don't need to try
You don't have to strive hard to impress me
I am happy just the way you are
I love and appreciate you for who you are
Don't change yourself honey
You don't have to alter your personality or appearance to please me
I don't need no-one to tell me babe
I don't require anyone's validation or opinion to love you
It's my whole heart, it's here to stay
My love for you is genuine and won't wane
You don't need no hairdo
Your hairstyle doesn't impact the way I feel for you
You don't need no cigarette
I don't need you to indulge in habits to impress me
Oh baby, you got what I want
You possess all the qualities I admire and desire in a partner
Fly above the ocean
Take a bird's eye view and observe the vastness and beauty of nature
Fly above and see how we float
Watch how effortlessly we can live our lives when we don't try too hard
Everything is here honey
All we need is around us, and we don't lack anything
Everything is right in its place
Life is unfolding as it should, and we don't have to control everything
It's the time of year for changing tune
It's the right time to embrace new ideas and perspectives in life
It's the time of year for making plans
We should start thinking about future goals and aspirations
Darling, you're waking up
You're becoming aware of your self-worth and realizing how lovable you are
You don't need no, you don't need no
You don't require anything or anyone to validate your worth
Oh baby, I'm addicted to you
I am deeply in love with you and can't get enough of you
Contributed by Charlie E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mikeperth8027
Perth band.
Brilliant!!!
@701scorpion
Katy, I absolutely love you, simply freakin brilliant video!! cant wait to see u guys live again~!!
@rickmcarthur77
her voice never fails to make me grin like a schoolboy
@emilylovematt
by FAR my favourite at Sounds Of Spring in brisbane on saturday. Katy Steele you AMAZE me
@oogidyboogidy1
She has such a unique voice <3
@samarmytage6199
small cyclone of classic bliss
@tatumtulloch4901
I reckon it's brilliant love u Katie Steele Ur voice and style is brilliant brilliant have all Ur CDs lol Brilliant music love it
@darylmc2010
since I am quite bald I always loved this song:)
As for seeing Katy Steele playing in
Brisbane yeah every time is great
@traci007
Love this flirty song...🌻🌻🌻🌻
@SomeChileanWoman
I love singing this song out loud in my car...alone.