Fourty years after this debut, Nick Garrie is back with "49 Arlington Gardens", long-awaited new album, due to be released on Elefant Records in early 2009.
Little Bird
Nick Garrie Lyrics
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I'll sing the sweetest song you've ever heard
You may not show your broken wing
But these days that could mean just anything
The world is out to do you down
But little bird not when I'm around
I'm gonna lead you right across the sky
Little bird
Fly across the sky
Little bird
Fly across the sky
You know you're worth more than you say
You tell the moon to go away
You tell the sun that it's okay
It can come right out and play
So come with me my little bird
I'll sing the sweetest song you've ever heard
I'm gonna lead you right across the sky
You' re gonna live till it's really time for you to die
Little bird
Fly across the sky
Little bird
Fly across the sky
Little bird
Fly across the sky
In Nick Garrie's song, "Little Bird," he sings about a bird that has a broken wing, but its brokenness could be mistaken for something else. The world is out to bring the bird down, but Garrie promises to lead the bird across the sky and sing the sweetest song it has ever heard. He tells the bird that it's worth more than what it thinks and that it can tell the moon to go away and the sun to come out and play. Throughout the song, Garrie reassures the little bird that it can fly across the sky with him and live until it's time for it to die.
The overall message of the song is one of hope and encouragement. Garrie recognizes the struggles and hardships that the bird is going through and offers his support and guidance. He uses the metaphor of flying across the sky to represent the freedom and possibility of overcoming adversity. The song is a reminder that even in a world that can be harsh and unfair, there are people who can offer comfort and strength during difficult times.
One interesting fact about "Little Bird" is that it was originally released in 1968 on an album titled "The Nightmare of JB Stanislas." However, the album was not successful at the time, and it wasn't until many years later that the song gained popularity. The song was featured in a commercial for Volvo in 2005, which helped introduce it to a new audience.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll sing for you my little bird
I will sing for you, my small, fragile and delicate friend
I'll sing the sweetest song you've ever heard
I'll sing the most beautiful melody to make you feel happy and loved
You may not show your broken wing
You may not reveal your injuries and weaknesses to me or anyone else
But these days that could mean just anything
In today's uncertain world, concealing a problem could indicate any kind of suffering or concern, so I want to help you
The world is out to do you down
The world is harsh and often aims to chip away at our happiness and confidence
But little bird not when I'm around
But I will protect you and ensure that you won't feel down when I am next to you
You know you're worth more than you say
You underestimate yourself and don't realize how valuable you truly are
You tell the moon to go away
You have the power to tell the night sky to leave if it is harming you
You tell the sun that it's okay
You can also reassure the daytime that everything is alright
It can come right out and play
You can welcome the sun and embrace the joys of life without fear
So come with me my little bird
Join me and let's go through life together, caring for each other
I'm gonna lead you right across the sky
I'll guide your path and watch you soar above every obstacle
You're gonna live till it's really time for you to die
You will enjoy a fulfilling and meaningful existence until nature dictates that it is time to pass on
Little bird fly across the sky
My dear little bird, take flight and travel freely across the heavens
Little bird fly across the sky
Oh, little bird, spread your wings and soar wide and far
Little bird fly across the sky
Don't be afraid, dear little bird, you are meant to overcome every obstacle
Contributed by Samuel S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Fabio B
Hey Nick I have arranged and play many of your songs on guitar including this. You are one of my fav artists and Stanislas I'd rank it as top 5 baroque pop album of all times Hope I can see u live someday!! Greetings from Italy
Nick Garrie
Wow, really? I'd love to see that! to hear that! Thank you so so much, these kind words mean the world to me. Greetings from home sweet home.