Dé Danann were first to find her - see her web site www.mauraoconnell.com for more information.
The Bright Blue Rose
Maura O'Connell Lyrics
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Without once submerging,
Unto the banks of an urban morning,
That hungers the first light,
Much, much more than mountains ever do.
And she like a ghost beside me,
Goes down with the ease of a dolphin,
And emerges unlearned, unscorned, unharmed,
A natural in every feature,
And I am the geek with the alchemists stone.
For all of you who must discover,
For all who seek to understand,
For having left the path of others,
You find a very special hand.
And it is a holy thing,
And it is a precious time,
And it is the only way,
Forget me nots among the snow,
It's always been and so it goes,
To ponder his death and his life eternally.
For all of you who must discover,
For all who seek to understand,
For having left the path of others,
You find a very special hand.
And it is a holy thing,
And it is a precious time,
And it is the only way,
Forget me nots among the snow,
It's always been and so it goes,
To ponder his death and his life eternally.
One Bright Blue Rose outlives all those,
2, 000 years and still it grows,
To ponder his death and his life eternally.
The lyrics of Maura O'Connell's The Bright Blue Rose are rich with metaphorical language that speaks to the human experience of longing for something greater. The song begins with the singer describing their journey across "black waters" to the "banks of an urban morning." The contrast of darkness and light creates a sense of mystery and awe, as if the singer has traveled to an otherworldly place. They then introduce a female companion who is compared to a dolphin, a creature known for its grace and freedom in the water. The singer admires her natural beauty and ease, while feeling like an outsider, a "geek with the alchemist's stone." This line suggests that the singer is searching for something that cannot be easily found or understood.
The chorus of the song offers a message of hope and encouragement to all who are seeking a deeper understanding of life. The repeated refrain, "For all of you who must discover, for all who seek to understand," speaks directly to the listener, inviting them to join in the search for meaning. The line "having left the path of others" suggests that the journey of discovery is a personal one, not to be taken lightly. The final line of the chorus, "You find a very special hand," implies that there is help and guidance available to those who are seeking, even if it may not be immediately apparent.
The final verse of the song refers to a "bright blue rose" that outlives all others, growing for "2,000 years." This is a clear reference to the story of Jesus and his resurrection, a powerful symbol of eternal life and the hope of salvation. The repetition of the phrase "To ponder his death and his life eternally" reinforces the idea that the search for meaning is an ongoing process that requires deep contemplation and reflection. The song as a whole is a beautiful meditation on the human desire for spiritual connection and the journey towards understanding.
Line by Line Meaning
I skimmed across black waters, without once submerging,
I navigated through tough situations without giving up or losing myself.
Unto the banks of an urban morning, that hungers the first light, much, much more than mountains ever do.
I arrived at a place that craves for change and growth, more than any physical challenge.
And she like a ghost beside me, goes down with the ease of a dolphin, and emerges unlearned, unscorned, unharmed, for she is the perfect creature, a natural in every feature, and I am the geek with the alchemists stone.
The person beside me is able to move through difficult times with grace and ease, while I struggle and learn from my mistakes.
For all of you who must discover, for all who seek to understand, for having left the path of others, you find a very special hand.
This is a song for those who are on a journey of self-discovery, who have chosen to walk their own unique path and have found someone who understands them.
And it is a holy thing, and it is a precious time, and it is the only way, Forget me nots among the snow, it's always been and so it goes, to ponder his death and his life eternally.
This journey of self-discovery is a sacred and valuable time, and it is the only way to truly understand the meaning of life and death. We must always remember and reflect on those who have passed.
One Bright Blue Rose outlives all those, 2,000 years and still it grows, to ponder his death and his life eternally.
This rose represents the enduring connection we have with those who have passed on, and how their life and death will always be a part of us.
Writer(s): JIMMY MACCARTHY
Contributed by Bella R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.