He collaborated and wrote songs for other Italian artists such as Carmen Consoli, Franco Battiato, Kaballà and Patty Pravo.
Blackbird
Luca Madonia Lyrics
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Blackbird singing in the dead of night
Take these broken wings and learn to fly
All your life
You were only waiting for this moment to arise.
Blackbird singing in the dead of night
All your life
You were only waiting for this moment to be free.
Blackbird fly Blackbird fly
Into the light of the dark black night.
Blackbird fly Blackbird fly
Into the light of the dark black night.
Blackbird singing in the dead of night
Take these broken wings and learn to fly
All your life
You were only waiting for this moment to arise
You were only waiting for this moment to arise
You were only waiting for this moment to arise.
Luca Madonia's cover of the Beatles' "Blackbird" has a poignant message about transformation and growth. The blackbird, often associated with the darker aspects of life, is used as a metaphor for overcoming challenges and adversity. The first stanza encourages the listener to take their "broken wings" and learn to fly. This is a powerful image that speaks to the human experience of facing difficulties and finding strength in hardship. The second stanza speaks to the importance of seeing clearly and overcoming personal obstacles in order to find true freedom.
The chorus, "Blackbird fly, into the light of the dark black night," is a call to action, an urging to move beyond the limitations and constrictions that hold us back. It is a reminder that sometimes, the only way out is through the darkness. The repetition of the final line, "You were only waiting for this moment to arise," underscores the idea that transformation and growth are always possible, even in the darkest of moments.
Luca Madonia's cover of "Blackbird" is a beautiful reminder of the power of music to inspire and uplift. It is a song that speaks to the human experience of struggle and transformation, of finding strength in hardship and moving forward with courage.
Line by Line Meaning
Blackbird singing in the dead of night
The blackbird is singing in the quiet night time
Take these broken wings and learn to fly
Get over your faults and learn to pursue your dreams
All your life
Throughout the entirety of your existence
You were only waiting for this moment to arise.
You were just waiting for this moment of realization
Blackbird singing in the dead of night
The bird is still singing in the dark of the night
Take these sunken eyes and learn to see
Try to see life from a different perspective
All your life
Your whole existence
You were only waiting for this moment to be free.
You were just waiting for this moment of liberation
Blackbird fly Blackbird fly
Fly away like the blackbird
Into the light of the dark black night.
Explore the unknown darkness, a new beginning
Blackbird singing in the dead of night
The bird continues singing in the darkness
Take these broken wings and learn to fly
Overcome difficulties and live your potential
All your life
Since the day you were born
You were only waiting for this moment to arise
You were just waiting for this moment of realization
You were only waiting for this moment to arise
You were just waiting for this moment of realization
You were only waiting for this moment to arise.
You were just waiting for this moment of realization
Contributed by Evelyn R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.