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.

Feeling Good
Malia Lyrics

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Birds flying high, you know how I feel
Sun in the sky, you know how I feel
Breeze drifting on by, you know how I feel
It′s a new dawn, it's a new day and a new life
For me and I′m feeling good

Fish in the sea, you know how I feel
River running free, you know how I feel

Blossom on the tree, you know how I feel
It's a new dawn, it's a new day and a new life
For me and I′m feeling good

Dragon fly out in the sun, you know what I mean, don′t you know?
Butterflies all having fun, you know what I mean
Sleep in peace, one day it's dawn, well, that′s what I mean
And this whole world is a new world and a bore world
For me and I'm feeling good

And I′m feeling good
And I'm feeling good

And I feel so good, mmh
I feel so good

Overall Meaning

The song "Feeling Good" by Malia is a cover of a jazz classic initially performed by Nina Simone. The lyrics of the song are full of metaphors and imageries that paint a picture of pure joy, contentment, and optimism. The opening verse of the song talks about how nature can inspire feelings of positivity and hopefulness. When the birds are flying high, and the sun is shining brightly, and the breeze is refreshing, it's a new day, a new opportunity to feel good. The second verse follows the same pattern, and the lyrics describe the beauty and freedom of a river, the joy of seeing a tree in full bloom, and the wonder of watching dragonflies and butterflies bask in the sun.

The last verse of the song captures the essence of the entire song. It's a statement of purpose, a declaration of the singer's commitment to living their best life. The lyrics suggest that the entire world can be an exciting new adventure when approached with the right attitude. The line "And this whole world is a new world and a bold world" reinforces the idea that the world can be whatever we want it to be as long as we are willing to approach it with open hearts and minds. The song's repetitive chorus reiterates how good the singer feels, emphasizing the importance of focusing on positivity to maintain a sense of well-being.

Line by Line Meaning

Birds flying high, you know how I feel
I feel as light and carefree as the birds flying in the sky.

Sun in the sky, you know how I feel
The warmth and brightness of the sun make me feel radiant and energized.

Breeze drifting on by, you know how I feel
The gentle breeze passing through brings me tranquility and contentment.

It′s a new dawn, it's a new day and a new life For me and I′m feeling good
I'm starting afresh with renewed hope and optimism, and it makes me feel great.

Fish in the sea, you know how I feel
Just like the abundance of fish in the sea, I feel free and unrestricted.

River running free, you know how I feel
The unbridled flow of the river reinforces my sense of freedom and liberation.

Blossom on the tree, you know how I feel
The bloom on the tree indicates a new beginning and a sense of growth and vitality.

Dragon fly out in the sun, you know what I mean, don′t you know?
The sight of the dragonfly basking in the sunlight makes me feel both awe-inspired and grateful.

Butterflies all having fun, you know what I mean
Watching the butterflies frolic happily around is a reminder to be joyful and playful.

Sleep in peace, one day it's dawn, well, that′s what I mean
Even in dark times, I have faith that a new day will come, bringing solace and optimism with it.

And this whole world is a new world and a bore world For me and I'm feeling good
I'm embarking on a new perspective of the world, and even though it may seem mundane or predictable, it brings me happiness and satisfaction.

And I′m feeling good
Overall, I'm experiencing a sense of well-being and positivity.

And I'm feeling good
I'm reiterating my joy and elation from before.

And I feel so good, mmh
My emotions are running high, and I'm feeling incredibly optimistic and happy.

I feel so good
Once again, I'm emphasizing my state of positivity and goodness.

Writer(s): Anthony Newley, Leslie Bricusse

Contributed by Nora H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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