The empathy with the musical instruments started with the guitar. It was with the guitar that she realised were the chords of her parent’s music come from. From The Beatles and from many others. And it was on an early age that she gave herself to the unique melodies that the jazz immortalized. The capacity of a melody to stand by itself, without the instruments. She embraced such artists as Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzerald, Chet Baker, and many others and with them in her heart she set off to the Berklee College of Music, in Boston, USA, to study music. In her 4 year stay in Boston she was nominated for the «Best Jazz Song» at the Malibu Music Awards (2008); «Best Jazz Artist» at the Hollywood Music Awards ; «International Songwriting Competition» (2007) and «The John Lennon Songwriting Competition» (2008).
More than being nominated or completing her studies, Luísa was also discovering herself every year that went by. Her musical identity would further develop in New York, where she moved after finish her degree in Boston (2009). In her bags a lot of what would eventually give shape to songs that where already wandering inside her head. Hers and her mother’s who confessed to her she had dreamed that her first album would be called «The Cherry on My Cake». Maternal magic that made a dream come true.
The learning of the jazz standards, the practice done by playing a Brazilian music in bars and the stamina of her creativity all filtered into songs that would either gain live in paper or in chords. One after another. Well thought melodies with images inside. «I Would Love To», «Don`t Let Me Down», «Why Should I», among other songs that came together in an EP («My Funny Clementine»). The emphasis on the starting theme was obvious: «Not There Yet». A triple time rhythm, like a jazz waltz, colorful, an imposing chorus and violins in heaven. The record composition wasn’t to become limited to the English language. Between trips to and from Portugal, Luisa performed at the Super Bock Super Rock festival in Stock 2009. At this gig she mentions how much she would like to have a song in Portuguese. Upon her return to the States Luisa sketches a poem and melody for “O Engraxador” (the shoe shine man). That is followed by “Xico and Dolores”. For the upcoming record the will for a Portuguese cover song was still very much present. Nobody would be better to fill this part than Rui Veloso, artist that Luisa’s father listens to insistently. Luisa registers Carlos Te’s lyric and tries a different version of “Saiu para a Rua”.
«The Cherry on my Cake» is the result of all of this: of the person who dreams to live in Paris - totally inspired by French cinema. Result of the hectic New York vibe, of the familiar affection for Lisbon. From Regina Spektor to Elis Regina. From Billie Holiday to Bjork. From the 50’s to ingenuousness. From sound to image. From voice and talent: “I have a good life” she concludes.
I Woke Up One Day
Luísa Sobral Lyrics
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The look in your eyes made it new
How could I resist to love more and more
The one who I long waited for
So why is my heart so lonely
Why is my heart so blue
Why do I sigh when I'm around you
I woke up one day and somehow I knew
That love wasn’t made for us two
Why is my heart so lonely
Why is my heart so blue
Why do I sigh when I'm around you
And when I think of you
I woke up one day and somehow I knew
That love wasn't made for us two
The lyrics of Luísa Sobral's "I Woke Up One Day" convey a sense of realization and introspection about love and relationships. In the first verse, the singer reflects upon the moment they first laid eyes on their partner and felt a deep connection. The imagery of waking up to this newfound love paints a picture of a transformative experience that changes their perspective on life. The lyrics suggest a deep affection and longing for the person they have been waiting for.
However, as the song progresses, the tone shifts towards a sense of melancholy and introspection. The repetition of questions like "Why is my heart so lonely" and "Why is my heart so blue" indicates inner turmoil and confusion within the singer. Despite the love they feel for their partner, there is a sense of unease and dissatisfaction that lingers in their heart. This contrast between the initial excitement of finding love and the subsequent feelings of loneliness and uncertainty adds emotional depth to the lyrics.
The repetition of the lines "Why do I sigh when I'm around you, and when I think of you" underscores the internal struggle the singer is grappling with. It suggests a conflict between the idealized image of love they once held and the reality of their current relationship. The juxtaposition of these sentiments conveys a complex emotional landscape, where love is not always straightforward or fulfilling.
In the final verse, the singer comes to a sobering realization that love may not be meant for them and their partner. The acceptance of this truth brings a sense of closure and resignation to the lyrics. The repetition of the line "That love wasn't made for us two" reinforces this bittersweet conclusion, leaving the listener with a poignant reflection on the complexities of relationships and the inevitability of their outcomes. Overall, the lyrics of "I Woke Up One Day" offer a nuanced exploration of love, longing, and the intricacies of human emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
I woke up one day and then there was you
I unexpectedly found you in my life
The look in your eyes made it new
Your gaze brought a fresh perspective
How could I resist to love more and more
It was impossible to stop falling deeper in love
The one who I long waited for
You were the person I had been waiting for
So why is my heart so lonely
Why does my heart feel isolated
Why is my heart so blue
Why does my heart feel melancholic
Why do I sigh when I'm around you
Why do I feel a heaviness in your presence
And when I think of you
And even when you're not with me
I woke up one day and somehow I knew
I had a realization one morning
That love wasn’t made for us two
That our love was not meant to be
Why is my heart so lonely
Why does my heart feel isolated
Why is my heart so blue
Why does my heart feel melancholic
Why do I sigh when I'm around you
Why do I feel a heaviness in your presence
And when I think of you
And even when you're not with me
I woke up one day and somehow I knew
I had a realization one morning
That love wasn't made for us two
That our love was not meant to be
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