Praised all over the globe by critics and fans including BEN HARPER and JEFF BUCKLEY's ex-manager DAVE LORY, MICK has played support to BOB DYLAN, COLDPLAY, STING, VAN MORRISON, PAUL WELLER, GOMEZ, TAJ MAHAL, ZWAN, THE PRETENDERS, PAUL KELLY, JOHN BUTLER TRIO and many more.
Possessing an earthy, soulful and angelic voice, MICK's music is a brilliant mix of rock/pop/blues/roots with MICK playing guitars, lapsteel, keyboards and harmonica and backed by an amazing band in Australia consisting of DAMIAN LEONARD (bass), TONY CHUBB (drums) and EVAN BROWETT (percussion).
Mick has just released his fourth studio album "FINDING HOME", an acoustic masterpiece written and recorded in France and England in 2006/2007. The album has a very raw and intimate old school quality, laying somewhere in the vain of early Bob Dylan, Ryan Adams, Nick Drake , Ben Harper and Elliot Smith along with Mick's unique voice and touch and possessing a wealth of songwriting inspiration.
Mick has released 3 other highly acclaimed albums and several EP's...
STILL THE FLOWERS BLOOM (2001)
UPSIDE DOWN IN THE FULL FACE OF OPTIMISM (2002)
NO COMPROMISE (2004)
RELEASE EP (1998)
KILL YOURSELF FOR LOVE (1999)
IF YOU COULD (2003)
REWIND (2006)
plus Mick's dirty rocking side project Monkey Boy
Bananas And Other Things 2005
www.monkeyboy.net.au
Sweet Light
Mick Hart Lyrics
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Don′t break
Don't fade
I′m reaching for you now
Be still
Believe
Things will turn around
It's cold
Inside can be so dark
Hang on
Golden one
For the sweet light's coming
Sweet light′s coming
Sweet light′s coming soon
As the rising sun
Melts away this flood of emptiness
Gentle drops of rain
Will wash away these tears
And cool our eyes
In the freedom of the wind
Take my hand
See yourself
Reflected in my eyes
And hang on
Beautiful one
For the sweet light's coming
Sweet light′s coming
Sweet light's coming soon
For you, for you
This love is still around
For you
In the song Sweet Light, Mick Hart sings about love and hope. The song starts with a message of encouragement to someone who is struggling - "Hey, don't break, don't fade, I'm reaching for you now. Be still, believe, things will turn around." The lines reflect the singer's belief that things will get better, and the person should hang on to hope. The singer acknowledges that the person may be going through a tough time, but he advises them to trust that the sweet light is coming, meaning that their pain will end and they will experience joy.
The second verse describes the darkness inside a person's mind, which can be daunting and isolating. The singer reminds the person of their strength, telling them to hold on, that they're a golden one, and that the sweet light is coming. The idea of the sweet light is used throughout the song to signify hope and a better future. The sun rising and washing away the flood of emptiness is symbolic of new beginnings and clarity, and the gentle drops of rain signify cleansing, healing and renewal.
Towards the end of the song, the singer offers his hand to the person, asking them to see themselves reflected in his eyes, signifying that they are not alone, and that the singer is supporting them. In the final repetition of the chorus, he reassures the person that their love is still around.
Overall, the song Sweet Light is an uplifting message of hope and love. It speaks to someone who is struggling and offers them reassurance that they will get through it. The song encourages the person to have faith in the power of love and hope, and to believe that things will improve.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey
Opening word to bring attention to the matter at hand.
Don't break
Don't fall apart or succumb to pressure.
Don't fade
Don't lose your vibrancy or energy.
I'm reaching for you now
I'm extending my sympathy or understanding to you in this moment.
Be still
Calm yourself and trust the situation.
Believe
Have faith that things will get better.
Things will turn around
The situation will improve or change for the better.
I know
I understand or empathize with your situation.
It's cold
The situation is unfeeling or uncomfortable.
Inside can be so dark
Internally, the situation can feel hopeless or bleak.
Hang on
Stay strong and persevere through the tough times.
Golden one
A term of endearment or admiration for the person.
For the sweet light's coming
Good and positive things are on the horizon.
Sweet light's coming
Repeated phrase conveying the theme of hope and optimism.
Sweet light's coming soon
The positive change is imminent and approaching quickly.
As the rising sun
Metaphor for the start of a new day or opportunity.
Melts away this flood of emptiness
The positive change will dispel the negative feelings or experiences.
Gentle drops of rain
Symbol of healing and rejuvenation.
Will wash away these tears
The past hurts and sorrows will be forgotten.
And cool our eyes
Bring relief and peace to the mind and soul.
In the freedom of the wind
In an open and unrestricted state of being.
Take my hand
Allow me to support and guide you through this.
See yourself
Understand your self-worth and potential.
Reflected in my eyes
Recognize your value and worth through my actions and words.
And hang on
Continue to persevere and have faith that things will improve.
Beautiful one
A term of endearment for the person's inner beauty and strength.
For you, for you
Reiteration of the message that the positive change is for the person's benefit.
This love is still around
The singer's support and care for the person remains steadfast.
Writer(s): mick hart
Contributed by Joshua F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Caspar Wenck
RIP Mick. You were the best rock band teacher😢 1970-2020
Zeed
Casper! Very True
Cameron Stewart
So true, that was one of his many gifts! He taught me Fox Lady!! Vale Mick Hart!!!
Andrew Fry
RIP Mick - gonna miss you mate =^(
Elise Burriss
Even in this sad time, you can make me smile.
Zeed
he was absolutely great
Lachy
Monster Gaming Boy! Same
Pc Modders
That's in the park on the corner of Bateau Bay Rd! I should of got your autograph at school. Bloody Fantastic Mick.
Lachy
Ikr
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