This one is Mishka Frith.… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one band called Mishka.
This one is Mishka Frith. Like his older sister, singer/songwriter Heather Nova (born Heather Frith), pop-reggae singer Mishka grew up at sea, traveling from island to island in the West Indies on his Canadian mother and Bermudian father's sailboat, where he received most of his education and listened to whatever music he could. When his parents returned to Canada, he completed school and returned to the Caribbean, eventually becoming a competitive windsurfer and representing Bermuda at international meets. In the meantime, he had also taken up songwriting, and he chanced to meet and impress Creation Records head Alan McGee with his vocal ability in late 1996; with prodding from Nova, Mishka was signed to a record contract the following year. His eponymous debut album, a mix of pop, reggae, soul, and singer/songwriter folk-rock, was released in 1999.
The other Mishka is from Ireland, currently living in America. Fronted by Lauren Norton. They have one EP - 47 Varieties Of Hindsight. Myspace: www.myspace.com/mihskamusik
Above The Bones
Mishka Lyrics
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Above the bones
Let us remember the memories
Filled with compassion
Not scarred by hunger
No not blinded by the ashes of the past
Yet it in my soul I know
No conception is hidden
Let there be love
I wanna go home
Take me home
I've got to go home
Take me home
And we gonna rise yeah
High above the flames
Our hearts open as the endless sky
No more deception
No more shame
Just a reflection of the natural high
Ah do you remember that melody
Ah oh yeah do you remember that song so free
Yeah I wanna go home
Take me home
I've got to go home
Take me home
Oh let us rise
Above the bones
Let us remember the memories
No more afraid
No more alone
Let our spirits fly so free
In my arms a little child wrapped tight in prayer
Safe from harm oh yeah
Ever guided by Jah Jah fire
I wanna go home
Take me home
I've got to go home
Take me home
I wanna go home
Take me home
Got to go home
So take me home...(repeat)
The lyrics of Mishka’s song ‘Above The Bones’ are an uplifting call for a better world. The song’s main message is to rise ‘above the bones’ of the past and remember memories filled with compassion instead. The singer hopes for a world not scarred by hunger, a world free of deception and shame - just pure love, reflection, and freedom. The vocal harmonies and reggae beat, paired with the chorus ‘take me home’, create a sense of longing that resonates with anyone who feels displaced or disconnected from their past.
Mishka’s line “In my arms a little child wrapped tight in prayer” is especially impactful, highlighting the fragility and innocence of life. The mention of Jah Jah fire, which refers to African spirituality, adds a deeper layer of meaning to the song. Mishka reminds us that a better world is possible - a world where we can find safety and guidance, and where we can celebrate our memories and ride the natural high.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh let us rise
Let us move upwards and upwards
Above the bones
Away from the remnants of the past
Let us remember the memories
Remember all the good times
Filled with compassion
Plentiful love for all
Not scarred by hunger
No emotional damage from the past
No not blinded by the ashes of the past
Not affected by the negative past events
My eyes have not seen it
Although physically haven't seen yet
Yet it in my soul I know
But the inner belief is established
No conception is hidden
No idea or motive is kept secret
Let there be love
Let love be the only constant
I wanna go home
I need to return to a place emotionally pleasing me
Take me home
It suggests someone to aid in the process of taking home
And we gonna rise yeah
It is time to elevate higher
High above the flames
Far from adverse events
Our hearts open as the endless sky
Being open and receptive
No more deception
No more lying or pretending
No more shame
No sense of guilt or blame
Just a reflection of the natural high
simply a feeling of ecstasy that comes naturally
Ah do you remember that melody
Do you remember the tune we played
Ah oh yeah do you remember that song so free
Do you recall the feeling of freedom
Yeah I wanna go home
I'm eager to reach a place that brings me happiness
No more afraid
No fear of anything
No more alone
Nobody feels alone
Let our spirits fly so free
Let's break off any mental chain that holds us back
In my arms a little child wrapped tight in prayer
Holding someone who needs comfort
Safe from harm oh yeah
Protected from the harmful events around us
Ever guided by Jah Jah fire
Uplift inner spirit by divine flame
Got to go home
I'm desperate to go home
Take me home...
Please help me get back to a place that feels like home
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@raswam
Oh levantémonos
Por encima de los huesos
Recordemos los recuerdos
Llenos de compasión
Sin marcas por el hambre
Ni aun cegados por las cenizas del pasado.
Mis ojos no lo han visto
sin embargo, en mi alma lo sé
Ningún concepto se esconde
Denles amor.
Yo quiero ir a casa
Llévame a casa
Tengo que volver a casa
Llévame a casa.
Y hay que levantarse, sí
Muy por encima de las llamas
Nuestros corazones están abiertos como el cielo infinito
No mas engaño
No mas vergüenza .
Sólo un reflejo de lo natural .
Ah ¿te acuerdas de esa melodía
Ah oh yeah ¿te acuerdas de esa canción tan libre
Sí, yo quiero ir a casa
Llévame a casa
Tengo que volver a casa
Llévame a casa.
Oh levantémonos
Por encima de los huesos
No olvidemos los recuerdos
No mas miedo
No mas soledad
Dejemos que nuestros espíritus vuelen tan libremente.
En mis brazos un niño envuelto apretado en la oración
Salvo de cualquier daño oh yeah
Siempre guiados por Jah Jah fuego
Yo quiero ir a casa
Llévame a casa
Tengo que volver a casa
Llévame a casa
Yo quiero ir a casa
Llévame a casa
Tienes que ir a casa
Así que me lleve a casa ...
@irwansyahramadhan813
Oh let us rise
Above the bones
Let us remember the memories
Filled with compassion
Not scarred by hunger
No not blinded by the ashes of the past
My eyes have not seen it
Yet it in my soul I know
No conception is hidden
Let there be love
I wanna go home
Take me home
I've got to go home
Take me home
And we gonna rise yeah
High above the flames
Our hearts open as the endless sky
No more deception
No more shame
Just a reflection of the natural high
Ah do you remember that melody
Ah oh yeah do you remember that song so free
Yeah I wanna go home
Take me home
I've got to go home
Take me home
Oh let us rise
Above the bones
Let us remember the memories
No more afraid
No more alone
Let our spirits fly so free
In my arms a little child wrapped tight in prayer
Safe from harm oh yeah
Ever guided by Jah Jah fire
I wanna go home
Take me home
I've got to go home
Take me home
I wanna go home
Take me home
Got to go home
So take me home...(repeat)
@Daniel_CLopes
Do you guys think Mishka realises how important his songs are to millions of people arround the world? I really hope so.
@aisaben3388
I love his style just stunning music
@loveinc.7438
He might just get it now, let's see what happens ...
@alephtav1901
May the Spirit of his music bring peace, comfort, and healing to all the aching hearts. 🙏
@saltlife9620
I saw Mishka last night🎵❤️. I just love him.🥰❤️ I was visiting some more of his muisc and I ended up here. ❤️ Your comment was 11 years ago!!!!.... and I agree and hope he does know how important his music and message is to the world. !❤️ His voice is just amazing!❤️😊🎵😍 Roots vibes.❤️
@plantlove5257
If he reads his comments , heck ya I think so.
@jonathantrawick9653
This song equals peace!!!! If everyone would listen to this there would be no more conflict in this world!!!!
@StuntcatTV
I'm about to start a conflict with you man
@mikisrba6225
So true brother
@surfergirl1322
Im not sure he knows…but I’m still alive and he helped me sort my head out after seeing so much sadness and death the last few years. And I hope he knows he too is loved and appreciated.