Born and raised in Malawi, East Africa, Malia's family had to go into exile… Read Full Bio ↴Born and raised in Malawi, East Africa, Malia's family had to go into exile in London in the late eighties. It was here that she got hooked onto music and discovered jazz, especially singers like Sarah Vaughan and Billie Holiday, a turning point in her life. After she finished school she started singing background parts in diverse pop-projects but wanted more. She found herself a pianist and started writing her own songs, working in bars and clubs around town. This worked well for her, but the breakthrough came when, two years ago, she discovered producer André Manoukian (Liane Foly, Gilbert Bécaud, Viktor Lazlo, etc.).
Manoukian was immediately taken by her wonderful and unique voice and produced her debut album Yellow Daffodils for her, which has been released by Sony Music.

Big Brown Eyes
Malia Lyrics

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Come ride on the waves with me, across the open sea
Blue waters so clear to hold us my dear
Come jump out of a moving plane landing in the air
Feeling quite insane, you and I again
Reaching out for Everest fate will take care of the rest
In our lives we can fly and our dreams must never die
Come run on the plains with me, staring at the zebra
Feeling wild and free, share a cup of tea

When I look into your big, brown eyes, thought I'd never
Find
Something so divine, I'm so glad you came

Reaching out for Everest fate will take care of the rest
In our lives we can fly and our dreams must never die

Overall Meaning

In Malia's song "Big Brown Eyes," she invites her loved one to come and share exhilarating experiences with her. She uses metaphors to describe the intensity of their adventures, from riding on waves across the sea to jumping out of a moving plane and landing in the air. Despite the riskiness of these feats, their love is strong enough to make them feel invincible. Malia also points out the beauty of the world, such as clear blue waters and the sight of zebras as they run through the plains. She enjoys feeling wild and free with her partner, and sharing quiet moments like drinking a cup of tea together. Through it all, she is grateful to have found someone with such deep and captivating eyes, someone who brings her divine joy.

The song appears to be about the intense joy and elation of love, and the adventures that can be had when two people fully embrace that love. The use of metaphors in the lyrics reflects the depth of the emotions of the singer and the significance of the experiences she is describing. The song encourages the listener to embrace life and the thrill of new experiences, and to hold on tightly to those people who bring joy and fulfillment to one's life.

Line by Line Meaning

Come ride on the waves with me, across the open sea
Let's go on an adventure together, exploring the vast and unknown. Let's take on challenges and risks to experience life to the fullest.

Blue waters so clear to hold us my dear
The beauty and clarity of the ocean is breathtaking. Let's find comfort and safety in each other's company as we face the unknown waters ahead.

Come jump out of a moving plane landing in the air
Let's do something daring and crazy, defying the laws of gravity. Let's experience the ultimate thrill and freedom.

Feeling quite insane, you and I again
We may seem crazy to others, but we share a bond and a connection that makes us feel alive. We're in this together.

Reaching out for Everest fate will take care of the rest
Let's aim for the highest peak, the biggest challenge, knowing that our destiny lies in the hands of fate. Let's trust in ourselves and our abilities.

In our lives we can fly and our dreams must never die
We have the power to achieve our dreams and soar to new heights. Let's not let fear or doubt hold us back, and let's never give up on what we truly desire.

Come run on the plains with me, staring at the zebra
Let's run free and wild, enjoying the beauty of nature. Let's appreciate the simplicity and serenity of the world around us.

Feeling wild and free, share a cup of tea
We can be wild and carefree, but also take time to enjoy the small pleasures of life. Let's bond over simple moments and enjoy each other's company.

When I look into your big, brown eyes, thought I'd never find something so divine, I'm so glad you came
You are a rare and special person, and I feel incredibly lucky to have you in my life. When I look at you, it feels like destiny brought us together.

Lyrics © EMI MUSIC PUBLISHING FRANCE
Written by: MALIA CHAMLEY, ANDRE MANOUKIAN

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