Active Since: 1993
Monique Brumby (bo… Read Full Bio ↴Origin: Tasmania, Australia
Active Since: 1993
Monique Brumby (born 16 September 1974, Devonport, Tasmania)[1] is an Australian Indie pop/rock singer-songwriter, guitarist and producer.[2] Her debut single, "Fool for You", peaked into the top 40 in the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) ARIA Singles Charts,[3] and provided an ARIA Award for 'Best New Talent' in 1996.[4][5] Her single, "Mary", won an ARIA Award in 1997 for 'Best Female Artist'.[4][6]
Brumby's songs have been used for Australian television: Neighbours, Home and Away, McLeod's Daughters,[7] The Secret Life of Us[8] and Heartbreak High;[9][10] and in the Australian films: Diana and Me (1997) and Occasional Coarse Language(1998).[11]
Early years
Brumby was born in 1974 in Devonport, Tasmania, and moved to Hobart at age seven.[12] She attended three different primary schools including Lauderdale Primary School (in nearby Clarence) and then secondary school at St Michael's Collegiate School to Year 12, she sang in stage musicals and tried out for women's soccer. In 1991, she was selected for the Australian under-19 youth team in a three test series against New Zealand.[13][14] While still at school, Brumby busked by singing to acoustic guitar in Hobart streets and obtained some part-time gigs.[12][15] In 1993, after leaving school, Brumby had paying gigs in Hobart clubs and then travelled to England on a working holiday as a boarding house mistress for a year;[15] she returned to Tasmania to write songs and, in 1995, relocated to Melbourne, Victoria, where she performed in local pubs and clubs. She joined a guitar-based band and wrote songs with its members before leaving to concentrate on her own songs.[15] In September 1995 she was the support act for Jeff Buckley's performance at The Athenaeum in Melbourne and at the Phoenician Club in Sydney.[16]
Satellite
Monique Brumby Lyrics
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What a cruel desire
Wanted, wanted to be like the sun and shine on everyone
What a cool desire
And you’re right don’t want to talk about it
Not even enough to lift you up
Don’t wanna talk about it, not even enough to lift you up
‘Cause I’m already gone
Not even enough to lift you up
Not even enough to mess you up
Don’t wanna talk about it, not even enough to lift you up
Neighbour what a cool design, you’re a satellite
What a cruel desire ‘cause I’m already gone
And kind words don’t mean that much
From someone who’s out of touch with all I do, who I am
Who are you, who are you
And you’re right don’t wanna talk about it
Not even enough to lift you up
Don’t wanna talk about it, not even enough to lift you up
Neighbour what a cool design, you’re a satellite
What a cruel desire ‘cause I’m already gone
Wanted, wanted to be like the sun, shine on everyone
What a cruel desire, desire
Neighbour what a cool design, you’re a satellite
What a cruel desire ‘cause I’m already gone
And kind words don’t mean that much
From someone who’s out of touch With all I do, who I am
Who are you, who are you
Who are you, who are you
Won’t you tell me ‘cause I’ve been searching
I’ve been waiting all my life, you’re a satellite
The song "Satellite" by Monique Brumby is about the desire to be admired and recognized by others, while battling the feeling of isolation and disconnection from one's surroundings. The lyrics specifically refer to the neighbor as a "satellite" with a "cool design," highlighting their exterior beauty and unique qualities that set them apart from others. The singer of the song, on the other hand, admits to already feeling "gone," emphasizing their emotional detachment and inability to connect with others.
The repetition of the phrase "don't wanna talk about it" suggests a reluctance to engage with others on a deeper level, possibly due to fear of being judged or rejected. The line "kind words don't mean that much from someone who's out of touch with all I do, who I am" further reinforces this sense of disconnection, as the singer feels that others do not truly understand or appreciate them.
Overall, "Satellite" is a poignant reflection on the struggle to find connection and meaning in a world that often feels isolating and disconnected. It speaks to the universal human desire to be seen and understood, while acknowledging the pain and frustration that can come from feeling overlooked or forgotten.
Line by Line Meaning
Neighbour what a cool design, you’re a satellite
The singer is addressing someone who has a seemingly perfect and enviable life, comparing them to a satellite with a cool and impressive design.
What a cruel desire
The singer acknowledges that her desire to be like the other person is cruel, as it creates a sense of dissatisfaction with her own life.
Wanted, wanted to be like the sun and shine on everyone
The singer explains her desire to be admired and praised by everyone, just like the sun shines its light on everything and everyone around it.
And you’re right don’t want to talk about it
The artist agrees that it's better to avoid discussing her problems and insecurities with the other person.
Not even enough to lift you up
The artist doesn't believe that talking about her problems will help her feel any better or more uplifted in her life.
‘Cause I’m already gone
The singer feels disconnected and distant from the other person and from her own desires, as if she has already moved on from them.
Not even enough to mess you up
The singer doesn't want to talk about her issues with the other person, as she doesn't want to bring any negativity or problems into their seemingly perfect life.
And kind words don’t mean that much
The artist feels like the other person's kind words and compliments don't have much value since they don't truly understand who she is and what she's going through.
From someone who’s out of touch with all I do, who I am
The artist believes that the other person doesn't know or care about her true self, and therefore their opinions and compliments are superficial and meaningless.
Who are you, who are you
The artist is questioning the other person's identity and their right to judge or comment on her life and choices.
Won’t you tell me ‘cause I’ve been searching
The singer is asking the other person to reveal their true self and motivations, as she has been searching for someone who can truly understand and support her.
I’ve been waiting all my life, you’re a satellite
The artist has been waiting for someone like the other person, who has a seemingly perfect and enviable life, to come into her life and make her feel better about herself, like a satellite in the sky.
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