Mimicking Birds began as the solo project of Portland native Nate Lacy. Nate was joined by Aaron Hanson on drums, Ian Luxton on guitar, Adam Trachsel on bass, and Matthan Minster on keyboards and electric guitar with all members sharing vocal duties. Mimicking Birds’ self-titled album was released in March of 2009 on Isaac Brock’s home studio and was produced by Clay Jones and Isaac Brock.
A constant creator whether wielding pencils, paint, found items, or a guitar Nate Lacy grew up with an ardent interest in creating various facets of art to reflect life and the natural world. Throughout his adolescence he began to expand upon this curiosity aurally and documented it through a number of self-produced and seldom heard bedroom demos. A close friend enamored by the sounds, began sending these songs (unbeknownst to Lacy) to Isaac Brock who was a great source of inspiration to them both growing up. Brock soon contacted Lacy about releasing a record. Shortly after, the self-titled album was released, in what reads as somewhat of a rock fairy tale, Mimicking Birds would then make their national debut on tour with Modest Mouse.
Since then, Mimicking Birds has continued to tour the US in a brave Subaru Outback playing festivals and touring with acts such as Blind Pilot, Deertick, Laura Veirs, Jenny Lewis and sharing stages with Fleet Foxes, Menomena, The Tallest Man on Earth, and Conor Oberst. Mimicking Birds experiments with improvisation and dynamics while rotating personnel in a quest for a living soundscape.
Burning Stars
Mimicking Birds Lyrics
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Quite a bit from the energy we once had
Oh, believe me we've settled down
Way down, way down, way down.
And all we are is burning stars
Shining brightly making sure you don't float too far
I'll keep an eye on you if you keep one on me
And then what happens we'll see
And all the time it takes til you've had enough
Has shortened even in the last couple of years
But so too have the years themselves
Themselves, themselves, the years themselves
All we are, is burning stars
Shining brightly making sure you don't float too far
I'll keep an eye on you if you keep one on me
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
All we are is burning stars
Shining brightly making sure you don't float too far
I'll keep an eye on you if you keep one on me
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
The lyrics of Mimicking Birds' song "Burning Stars" explore the theme of settling down in a relationship while also acknowledging the importance of not losing sight of each other's dreams and goals. The singer acknowledges that they have settled down from the energy they once had and suggests that this settling down has been quite significant. However, the singer emphasizes that they are still burning stars, shining brightly to ensure that they don't float too far from each other. The line "I'll keep an eye on you if you keep one on me" suggests that they are committed to keeping the relationship on track and keeping each other motivated.
The chorus repeats the idea that "all we are is burning stars," highlighting the importance of staying true to oneself and not losing passion and drive in the relationship. As time passes, the singer acknowledges that the amount of time it takes to become complacent has shortened, but reminds the listener that the years themselves have also become shorter. The repetition of the line "And then what happens we'll see" suggests that the future is uncertain, but that they are committed to facing whatever comes their way together.
Overall, "Burning Stars" is a contemplative and introspective song about navigating the complexities of a long-term relationship while maintaining individuality and drive. The lyrics suggest that while settling down is natural and important, it is essential to keep the burning passion of a relationship alive.
Line by Line Meaning
So I see it seems we've settled down
It appears that we have become more settled and calm than our previous high-energy state.
Quite a bit from the energy we once had
Our current state is much less energetic than our past state.
Oh, believe me we've settled down
I want you to trust me that we have indeed become more settled.
Way down, way down, way down.
We have become significantly less energetic than before, to a great extent.
And all we are is burning stars
We are just like burning stars, shining brightly and guiding each other's paths.
Shining brightly making sure you don't float too far
We help each other stay grounded and not drift too far away in life.
I'll keep an eye on you if you keep one on me
We look out for each other and keep each other in check.
And then what happens we'll see
We're uncertain of what the future holds, but we're willing to face it together.
All the time it takes til you've had enough
The time it takes for one to become satisfied or fulfilled has reduced, even in recent years.
Has shortened even in the last couple of years
The duration of time needed to reach satisfaction or fulfillment has decreased in the recent past.
But so too have the years themselves
The years themselves have also become shorter over time, which affects our perceptions of time.
Themselves, themselves, the years themselves
This is emphasizing that it is specifically the years themselves that have become shorter, not just our perception of them.
And then what happens we'll see
We don't know what the future holds, but we're sticking together and facing it head on.
And then what happens we'll see
We're still uncertain about the future, but we're ready for whatever comes together.
And then what happens we'll see
The uncertainty of the future is emphasized once more, but we trust in each other to face it together.
And then what happens we'll see
The repetition of this line emphasizes the unpredictable nature of the future, but we're still committed to each other.
Contributed by William V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jairo Franco Guzman
Lyrics:
So I see it seems we've settled down
Quite a bit from the energy we once had
Oh, believe me we've settled down
Way down, way down, way down.
And all we are is burning stars
Shining brightly making sure you dont float too far
I'll keep an eye on you if you keep one on me
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
And all the time it takes til you've had enough
Has shortened even in the last couple of years
But so too have the years themselves
Themselves, themselves, the years themselves
All we are, is burning stars
Shining brightly making sure you dont float too far
I'll keep an eye on you if you keep one on me
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
All we are is burning stars
Shining brightly making sure you dont float too far
I'll keep an eye on you if you keep one on me
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
caleb bonds
An old girlfriend introduced me to this song. I still feel in love when I hear it.
Aaron Osborn
Me too... Haha
Jairo Franco Guzman
Lyrics:
So I see it seems we've settled down
Quite a bit from the energy we once had
Oh, believe me we've settled down
Way down, way down, way down.
And all we are is burning stars
Shining brightly making sure you dont float too far
I'll keep an eye on you if you keep one on me
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
And all the time it takes til you've had enough
Has shortened even in the last couple of years
But so too have the years themselves
Themselves, themselves, the years themselves
All we are, is burning stars
Shining brightly making sure you dont float too far
I'll keep an eye on you if you keep one on me
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
All we are is burning stars
Shining brightly making sure you dont float too far
I'll keep an eye on you if you keep one on me
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
And then what happens we'll see
Nash Gregory
Thank you my friend this band is not ever going to be anything less than what it is and that IS AMAZING AND UNTIL YOU HEAR WHAT HE IS SINGING MY HEAD ROCKS WITH SIMPLE DISCOVERY AND I AM IN AWE WITH HIS THOUGHTS
Joe ostrander
Jairo Franco Guzma
Victor Foote
I really love this. Its so peaceful. I am so happy my friend guided me to this! If anyone else has recommendations to really good music let me know. Much Love!
David Tipton
+Pixie Pixelized Also, have I seen you comment on videos from the zolas?
David Tipton
+Pixie Pixelized Good choice
Pixie Pixelized
Morning Teleportation
Ashley Tomlinson
Dude, I remember when these guy's were on myspace. They are awesome. :)