Page France were an indie folk-pop music band. Their m… Read Full Bio ↴(2004 - 2008)
Page France were an indie folk-pop music band. Their music tends to be emotional and their songs tend to have simple melodies. Page France is sometimes compared to Sufjan Stevens for their use of uncommon instruments such as the glockenspiel and banjo.
The band broke up in 2008. Frontman Michael Nau is now focusing his full attention on Cotton Jones.
The band has been characterized by some as Christian due to a number of references in song lyrics and titles. However, lyricist Nau counters: "The 'Christian band' inquiry wears me out, to be honest. As for the Christian symbols in my writing — sometimes I don’t even realize that they exist until someone points them out to me. There’s really no reason; it just rolled out that way."
The band is a frequent feature on a number of music blogs, notably You Ain't No Picasso.
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Page France Lyrics
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And I'll blow the trumpet on the shore
Just like the birds do in the morn
I'll be a savior and I'll be your ??
You'll be a diamond in the sand
And all of the finders will clap their hands
Glory abounds us we found dry land
And all of us finders will clap our hands
And all of us finders will clap our hands
In this song, Page France presents a picturesque scene of salvation and jubilation. The singer promises to offer a feather to the lord and blow the trumpet on the shore, just like the birds do in the morning. These actions are akin to acts of worship and praise in a religious context. He then declares himself to be a savior and offers himself to the listener. The phrase "I'll be your ??" suggests that the singer intends to be there for the listener in a way that is difficult to express through words alone.
The second verse builds on this theme of salvation and deliverance, using the metaphor of finding a diamond in the sand. The "finders" are those who have discovered something precious, and they celebrate by clapping their hands in joyful praise. The repeated phrase "And all of us finders will clap our hands" emphasizes this collective sense of celebration and unity.
Overall, the song is a reflection on the power of faith and the joy that comes from finding something precious. The imagery of the feather, the trumpet, and the diamond all convey a sense of wonder and amazement, while the repeated refrain of clapping hands suggests a communal sense of celebration and gratitude.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll shed a feather for the lord
I will offer something insignificant as a gesture of appreciation and respect to a higher power.
And I'll blow the trumpet on the shore
I will sound an alarm to call attention to a significant event or occurrence.
Just like the birds do in the morn
I will mimic the actions of birds that signal the start of a new day.
I'll be a savior and I'll be your ??
I will be a hero or rescuer, available to help or support you in whatever way needed.
You'll be a diamond in the sand
You are a precious gem hidden among common and ordinary things.
And all of the finders will clap their hands
Everyone who discovers or recognizes your value will applaud and cheer.
Glory abounds us we found dry land
We experience a sense of pride and honor in discovering something that was previously hidden or unknown.
And all of us finders will clap our hands
We all share in the excitement and joy that comes with discovering something of value.
And all of us finders will clap our hands
Our collective celebration and recognition of the value we have found brings us together in unity.
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