After spending his college years at a music conservatory outside of Chicago, PB returned to California and began writing, producing and collaborating with artists such as Eleni Mandell, Thao Nguyen, Tim Booth (James), Lauren Hillman (Kotomi), Emy Reynolds, and Joe Gil. The cast of characters that make up Opus Orange is ever changing – perhaps that is what distinguishes their original sound and spontaneity.
Most recently, PB and Bernard Chadwick joined The Muir Project for their trek along the John Muir Trail. They took the free-spirited creation from the trail to the studio as they composed the soundtrack for The Muir Project's documentary "Mile... Mile And A Half". Diving Bell and Out Of The Shadows are both featured on the upcoming soundtrack slated for release in May 2013.
balance
Opus Orange Lyrics
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spring time waiting for the
summer it's too hot we
fall back down
balance as tricky as a
tap dance we stumble like
puppets attached to tangled strings
timing is happenstance
rhythm is accident
dancing a chance event
that leaves us breathless
don't you leave a trace - it's dangerous
yes i love you nonetheless
please believe me now
waiting for a convict to confess
put on your cocktail dress
just lay back now
dancing like no one's even watching
just lose yourself inside me
if only for a second now
breaking down the walls
flooding all the towns below us
i don't even care no more
don't you leave a trace - it's dangerous
yes i love you nonetheless
please believe me now
waiting for a convict to confess
put on your cocktail dress
just lay back now
balance as tricky as a
tap dance we stumble like
puppets attached to tangled strings
oh no
don't you leave a trace - it's dangerous
yes i love you nonetheless
please believe me now
waiting for a convict to confess
put on your cocktail dress
just lay back now
don't you leave a trace - it's dangerous
yes i love you nonetheless
please believe me now
waiting for a convict to confess
just take off your cocktail dress
just lay back now
The lyrics of Opus Orange’s song Balance seem to be centered around the idea of achieving balance in the various aspects of life, especially in the context of a relationship. The song starts by acknowledging the effects of winter on a person, followed by the expectation of spring and then the discomfort of the ensuing summer. It ends with the realization that the balance achieved was temporary, as the cycle starts over again with a fall.
The main theme of the song seems to be the elusive nature of balance in life. The lyrics suggest that while we strive to maintain balance, it is a difficult feat to achieve. The image of tap dancing, stumbling, and being attached to tangled strings suggest that balance is often precarious and can be disrupted by anything that throws us off balance, leaving us unsteady and struggling to regain our footing.
The song also touches on themes of vulnerability, trust, and love. The line "don't you leave a trace - it's dangerous" suggests a fear of being hurt or vulnerable, while "yes, I love you nonetheless, please believe me now" indicates a plea for trust in the relationship. The line "waiting for a convict to confess" seems to suggest a desire for honesty and openness in the relationship, even if it comes at a painful cost. Overall, the song urges the listener to embrace the uncertainty that comes with striving for balance and to find peace in the chaos of life.
Line by Line Meaning
winter took it's toll
The harshness of winter has had an impact on us.
spring time waiting for the
We're eagerly anticipating the arrival of spring.
summer it's too hot we
Summer is uncomfortably hot.
fall back down
We fall back down from our highs.
balance as tricky as a
Achieving balance is just like a difficult tap dance.
tap dance we stumble like
Like a complicated dance routine, we also stumble and falter when trying to maintain balance.
puppets attached to tangled strings
We're like puppets, controlled by and tangled up in the complexities of life.
oh no
This situation is not ideal.
timing is happenstance
Timing and circumstance are just coincidences.
rhythm is accident
There's no defined rhythm or pattern to life, it's just a series of accidents.
dancing a chance event
Dancing (or life) is a spontaneous and unpredictable event.
that leaves us breathless
Life can sometimes be overwhelming and exhausting.
don't you leave a trace - it's dangerous
Be careful not to leave any evidence, it can be dangerous.
yes i love you nonetheless
Despite everything else, I still love you.
please believe me now
Trust me, I'm telling the truth.
waiting for a convict to confess
Waiting for someone to admit their mistakes and take responsibility.
put on your cocktail dress
Get dressed up and let's celebrate.
just lay back now
Relax and enjoy the moment.
dancing like no one's even watching
Let's dance with abandon and not worry about other people's opinions.
just lose yourself inside me
Get lost in the moment with me.
if only for a second now
Even if it's only for a brief moment, let's enjoy it.
breaking down the walls
Let's let our guard down and be vulnerable with each other.
flooding all the towns below us
Our love is spreading and affecting those around us.
i don't even care no more
I'm not worried about anything else, as long as we have each other.
just take off your cocktail dress
Let's get more comfortable and really enjoy each other's company.
Contributed by Hannah O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mariohara5954
I’m still surprised this song hasn’t blown up yet. It’s such a banger!!
@opusorangemusic
If you like that, make sure to check out our new release TODAY! 🙏
@brieboss1676
love love!! This band gives it all! the songs make me just flow into happiness!
@opusorangemusic
thank you so much! We hope you've been able to check out our new song, Breaking Mirrors. We think you'll love it!
@marcorubio8975
This song has aged like wine! I love it one of my favorite songs!
@Alyxcz
This song deserves more love.
@LinaIrmiter
Yes!
@blulu485
honestly will never understand how Opus Orange isn't more popular all of their music is amazing!
@opusorangemusic
+Bailey Lu Thanks so much Bailey! Popular or not, we'll keep making music! :)
@LindsayWCrone
This is currently my favorite song. I seriously can't stop listening to it.