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
Never Give Up On You
Mishka Lyrics
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Through a clouded, moonless night black as pitch
You bear a torch that could rival the dawn
You've only got to hit that switch
You could dance your way around these fools
Who have you standing there motionless
I give you the music, give you the groove, babe
And take courage in your hardships
And do well the things that you do
'Cause I will never give up on you
I'll never give up on you
You could even slay a dragon
If only you would take up your pen
Write your way out of any situation
If you just let yourself imagine
You could bring so much balance to the world
When you stand up and speak your truth clearly
So do it for those little boys and girls
If not for yourself, my dear
And take courage in your hardships
And do well the things that you do
'Cause I'll never give up on you
I'll never give up on you
So when you have a good idea, don't throw it back
Bring it to the light, bring it forward
This train is moving down the track, yeah
And I'm calling you to get on board
And take courage in your hardships
And do well the things that you do
'Cause I'll never give up on you
I'll never give up on you
I'll never give up on
I'll never give up, Lord
And I'll never give up, hey
I'll never give up on you
Not in a million years, whoa
No not ever
You know that I will never give up on you
No, no, I
Hey, I, I'll never give up on you
No, no, no, no, no
You know that I never give up on you
The song "Never Give Up On You" by Mishka is a motivational and inspiring piece that encourages the listener to believe in themselves and never give up despite the hardships and challenges they may face. The lyrics employ metaphors to illustrate the idea that anything is possible if one has the courage to take that first step and move forward.
The first verse describes the strength and power the listener possesses, even in the darkest of times. The imagery of lighting one's way out of a dungeon and bearing a torch that could rival the dawn emphasizes the potential within the person. The second verse encourages the listener to take action and not let fear or doubt hold them back. The use of dancing as a metaphor for overcoming obstacles emphasizes the idea that it is possible to move past challenges and live a full life.
The chorus serves as a reminder that the singer will always be there to support and believe in the listener, no matter what. The final verse encourages the listener to share their ideas and talents with the world, as they have the power to make a positive impact.
Overall, "Never Give Up On You" is a powerful message of hope and encouragement that is meant to inspire and uplift the listener.
Line by Line Meaning
You could light your way out of the deepest dungeon
You have the strength and determination to overcome any obstacle, even the most challenging ones.
Through a clouded, moonless night black as pitch
Even if the situation seems dark and hopeless, you have the power to push through and find your way to the other side.
You bear a torch that could rival the dawn
Your inner light is as bright as the sun, and you have the ability to ignite passion and inspiration in others.
You've only got to hit that switch
All it takes is a small action, a decision to flip the switch and unleash your full potential.
You could dance your way around these fools
You are not bound by the limitations of others, and can move freely and confidently in your own unique way.
Who have you standing there motionless
Don't let the opinions or actions of others hold you back from realizing your dreams and passions.
I give you the music, give you the groove, babe
I offer you the support and encouragement you need to find your rhythm and follow your heart.
You've only got to take that first step
Getting started is often the hardest part, but taking that first step can lead to a chain reaction of progress and achievement.
And take courage in your hardships
Be brave in the face of adversity, and use your struggles as opportunities to grow and learn.
And do well the things that you do
When you commit to doing something, give it your all and strive for excellence.
'Cause I will never give up on you
Even if you stumble or face setbacks, I will always be there to support and encourage you on your journey.
You could even slay a dragon
You are capable of achieving feats that others might see as impossible or insurmountable.
If only you would take up your pen
Writing can be a powerful tool for self-expression and problem-solving, and can help you navigate even the toughest situations.
Write your way out of any situation
Through the power of writing, you can find clarity, perspective, and solutions to even the most daunting challenges.
If you just let yourself imagine
Your imagination is a valuable tool, and can help you unlock new possibilities and see the world in a different way.
You could bring so much balance to the world
By using your unique gifts and talents, you can make a positive impact on the world and help create a more harmonious and equitable society.
When you stand up and speak your truth clearly
By speaking honestly and authentically, you can inspire others and help create positive change in the world.
So do it for those little boys and girls
Your actions and words have the power to impact future generations, and can help create a better world for children to grow up in.
If not for yourself, my dear
Even if you don't believe in yourself, remember that your actions can still have a powerful impact on others.
So when you have a good idea, don't throw it back
Trust your instincts and don't let fear or self-doubt hold you back from pursuing your dreams and sharing your ideas with the world.
Bring it to the light, bring it forward
Shine a light on your ideas and talents, and share them with others to ignite positive change and inspire growth.
This train is moving down the track, yeah
Life is constantly moving forward, so don't get left behind - grab onto opportunities and keep pushing yourself to grow and evolve.
And I'm calling you to get on board
I am here to support and encourage you on your journey, and believe in your ability to make a meaningful impact on the world.
I'll never give up on you
Through thick and thin, I will always be there to support and encourage you on your journey.
Not in a million years, whoa
My commitment to supporting you is unwavering, and I will always be here for you no matter how much time passes.
No not ever
My loyalty to you is unconditional, and I will never let you face your challenges alone.
You know that I will never give up on you
Our relationship is built on trust and mutual support, and I will always stand by you no matter what.
No, no, I
My support and encouragement comes from a place of genuine care, and I am fully invested in your success.
Hey, I, I'll never give up on you
Through thick and thin, I will always be your biggest cheerleader and will never stop believing in you.
No, no, no, no, no
No matter how challenging the road ahead may be, I will always be here to support and uplift you.
Writer(s): Alexander Mishka Frith, Joti Mangat
Contributed by London V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@josephespadero9038
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You bear a torch that could rival the dawn
You've only got to hit that switch
You could dance your way around these fools
Who have you there standing motionless
I give you the music, give you the groove, babe
You've only got to take that first step
Take courage in your hardships
And do well the things that you do
Coz I'll neva give up on you
I'll neva give up on you
You could even slay a dragon
If only you would take up your (?)
Write your way out of any situation
If you just let yourself in my (?)
You could bring so much balance to the world
When you stand up and speak your truth clearly
So do it for those little boys and girls
If not for yourself my dear
@raswam
Podrías iluminar tu camino fuera de la mazmorra más profunda
You could light your way outta the deepest dungeon
A través de una noche nublada sin luna, negra como la brea /
Through a clouded moonless night black as pitch/
Llevas una antorcha que podría rivalizar con el amanecer
You bear a torch that could rival the dawn
Solo tienes que presionar ese interruptor
You've only got to hit that switch
Podrías bailar a tu manera alrededor de estos tontos
You could dance your way around these fools
¿Quién te tiene parado inmóvil?
Who have you standing motionless
Te doy la música, te doy el ritmo, nena
I give you the music, I give you the groove, babe
Solo tienes que dar ese primer paso
You've only got to take that first step
Y toma valor en tu corazón, sí
And take courage in your heart yeah
Y haz bien las cosas que haces
And do well the things that you do
Porque neva me rendiré contigo
Coz I'll neva give up on you
Nunca me rendiré contigo
I'll neva give up on you
Incluso podrías matar a un dragón
You could even slay a dragon
Si tan solo tomaras tu pluma
If only you would take up your pen
Escriba su salida de cualquier situación
Write your way out of any situation
Si solo te dejas imaginar
If you just let yourself imagine
Podrías traer tanto equilibrio al mundo
You could bring so much balance to the world
Cuando te levantas y dices tu verdad claramente
When you stand up and speak your truth clearly
Así que hazlo por esos niños y niñas
So do it for those little boys and girls
Si no fuera por ti querida
If not for yourself my dear
Si tienes una buena idea no te reprimas
If you have a good idea don't hold back
Tráelo a la luz, tráelo adelante
Bring it to the light bring it forward
Este tren se mueve por la vía, sí
This train is moving down the track yeah
Te estoy llamando para subir a bordo
I'm calling you to get on board
@raswam
Podrías iluminar tu camino fuera de la mazmorra más profunda
You could light your way outta the deepest dungeon
A través de una noche nublada sin luna, negra como la brea /
Through a clouded moonless night black as pitch/
Llevas una antorcha que podría rivalizar con el amanecer
You bear a torch that could rival the dawn
Solo tienes que presionar ese interruptor
You've only got to hit that switch
Podrías bailar a tu manera alrededor de estos tontos
You could dance your way around these fools
¿Quién te tiene parado inmóvil?
Who have you standing motionless
Te doy la música, te doy el ritmo, nena
I give you the music, I give you the groove, babe
Solo tienes que dar ese primer paso
You've only got to take that first step
Y toma valor en tu corazón, sí
And take courage in your heart yeah
Y haz bien las cosas que haces
And do well the things that you do
Porque neva me rendiré contigo
Coz I'll neva give up on you
Nunca me rendiré contigo
I'll neva give up on you
Incluso podrías matar a un dragón
You could even slay a dragon
Si tan solo tomaras tu pluma
If only you would take up your pen
Escriba su salida de cualquier situación
Write your way out of any situation
Si solo te dejas imaginar
If you just let yourself imagine
Podrías traer tanto equilibrio al mundo
You could bring so much balance to the world
Cuando te levantas y dices tu verdad claramente
When you stand up and speak your truth clearly
Así que hazlo por esos niños y niñas
So do it for those little boys and girls
Si no fuera por ti querida
If not for yourself my dear
Si tienes una buena idea no te reprimas
If you have a good idea don't hold back
Tráelo a la luz, tráelo adelante
Bring it to the light bring it forward
Este tren se mueve por la vía, sí
This train is moving down the track yeah
Te estoy llamando para subir a bordo
I'm calling you to get on board
@sf8006
This song reminds me of my twin brother. what he always told me and what I hear him telling me from the other side. Thank you Mishka. This is healing.
@jacobchubotaru
MISHKA is a contemporary reggae Legend!🎸"Where the Mountains Meet the Sea" is my fav. album of all time! - Pablo ( the Californians - from MD)
@Lenzo8449
Mishka is so good. I can't believe he is not better known. Great music!
@BobbyBuhl
So am I Alexandre…Mishka is is amazing….I love this tune cant get enough of it…had to learn it as soon as I heard it
@goldtome
May this man travel the globe and see all your beautiful facesl...i get to see him in 20 days in Toronto. Hope to catch him in Denmark too, when he reaches there, and he will, where my sweetheart is too.
@user-dw3wp8ws9z
🙏🌏thanks Mishka
@illthought-real
Beautiful artist, beautiful voice, beautiful message. Blessings be to Mishka.
@antheawikstromviolinist
Your music is heart and soul keep writing your beautiful music x
@pauliriarte7913
Awesome reggae musician. it's my first time hearing this song's by Mishka and they are great reggae song's....Wow....I grow up listening to musician like BOB Marley Jimmy cliff lucky Dube and Ub40 now it's gonna be Mishka..
@lindatilley5608
Love Mishka! 1st saw him doing Above the Bones on late night Tv with Matthew M.!! Love his music!! ❤