Little Birdy is a four-piece rock band from Perth, Western Australia. The b… Read Full Bio ↴Little Birdy is a four-piece rock band from Perth, Western Australia. The band formed in 2002 when songwriter, singer and guitarist Katy Steele left her former band the Plastik Scene. She joined with Simon Leach on guitar, Scott ('Barney') O'Donoghue on bass, and Matt Chequer on drums.

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.

Hollywood
Little Birdy Lyrics

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I am here for light
I am hoping you'll see Hollywood
Hollywood

It's ok now
Give me something to hold on to
I've giving in Hollywood
Hollywood

I'm going to work it out in Hollywood
I'm going to work it out and sail again

Hollywood
Hollywood

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Little Birdy's song Hollywood convey a sense of longing and hopefulness. The singer is expressing a desire to be seen and acknowledged in the world of Hollywood, which is often seen as a symbol of fame and success. The repetition of the word "Hollywood" emphasizes this desire and underscores the importance of this place in the singer's aspirations.

The second verse suggests a sense of desperation, with the singer asking for something to hold on to. The reference to giving in suggests that the singer has faced some sort of struggle or resistance in pursuing their dreams. However, the overall tone remains optimistic, with the singer expressing a determination to work things out and sail again.

Overall, the lyrics to Hollywood convey a sense of ambition and determination, as well as a recognition of the challenges and obstacles that come with pursuing one's dreams in the competitive world of Hollywood.

Line by Line Meaning

I am here for light
I have come seeking enlightenment

I am hoping you'll see Hollywood
I want you to understand the glamour and allure of Hollywood

It's ok now
I'm reassured and comforted now

Give me something to hold on to
Please offer me something to grab onto for support

I've given in Hollywood
I have succumbed to the seduction of Hollywood

I'm going to work it out in Hollywood
I'm going to find a solution to my problems in the splendor of Hollywood

I'm going to work it out and sail again
I will overcome my challenges and move forward with confidence

Hollywood
The fascination with Hollywood continues

Hollywood
The pull of the Hollywood dream remains strong

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